Minneapolis & St. Paul Highlights Private Riding & Walking Tour (3 hrs)
Description
We'll connect at a location convenient for you and launch a 3-hour private riding & walking tour of Minneapolis & St. Paul that focuses on local culture, interesting history and what it's like to live today in the Twin Cities. We'll explore famous landmarks and discover little-known spots. I'll share stories and exclusive anecdotes that will bring your private experience alive. Transportation for this tour is provided in a professionally chauffeured "town car" sedan or Cadillac Escalade SUV. In town for a limited time? Have an open half-day during your visit? This professionally guided private tour is for you. It's a great way to experience the highlights and get an overall feel for the cities in a fun and entertaining way. Many guests use this experience to become oriented so they can return later on their own to deeply explore favorite locales. “Highly recommend!” Melissa A., Wisconsin USA “…abundant knowledge of how the city works and the locals live.” Karale F., California USA
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Itinerary
We'll drive through the thriving heart of Minneapolis, see the skyways and learn how downtown is changing.
View stunning works of art in a public park with the Minneapolis skyline shimmering as a backdrop. (Possible optional stop.)
The Chain of Lakes is the crown jewel of the famous Minneapolis parks system. You'll view many lakes, and lots of residents around and on those lakes, during this tour.
The Chain of Lakes is the crown jewel of the famous Minneapolis parks system. You'll view many lakes, and lots of residents around and on those lakes, during this tour.
The Chain of Lakes is the crown jewel of the famous Minneapolis parks system. You'll view many lakes, and lots of residents around and on those lakes, during this tour.
You'll learn why and how tourists have been traveling to this amazing natural feature for 160 years.
View one of the first U.S. forts in the "wild west" and the birthplace of Minnesota.
See the stately elegance of downtown St. Paul, including Rice Park, the St. Paul Hotel, Landmark Center and more.
Drive by the home of the Minnesota Wild, the region's professional hockey team.
View the exquisitely restored "people's house' of Minnesota and hear how it was built and it's importance to the state today.
View the majestic Cathedral, the famous monument high on the hill above downtown St. Paul, and hear stories of the people who built it.
VIew the largest residence every built in Minnesota and the famous man who lived there.
Drive the length of the America's largest and most concentrated neighborhood of meticulously restored Victorian houses - of all stripes and styles.
Hear stories of state governors and their families' lives.
Drive by the home of the Minnesota United, the region's professional soccer team.
Get a quick look at the Twin Cities campus of the University of Minnesota, hugging both sides of the Mississippi River.
Drive by the home of the Minnesota Vikings, the region's professional football team.
From a perch high above the Mississippi River at the Guthrie Theater, marvel at the Mississippi River, Stone Arch Bridge, St. Anthony Falls, mill ruins, Nordeast Minneapolis and more.
See the famous rock nightclub that for decades has launched performers, especially Prince, and the "Minneapolis Sound."
Drive by the home of the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Minnesota Lynx, the region's professional men's and women's basketball teams..
Drive by the home of the Minnesota Twins, the region's professional baseball team.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Select a tour starting point convenient for you. Typically, the tour starting point is also the ending point. The flexible schedule allows the itinerary to be customized for your interests.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(40)
We could not have had a more professional, informative, and pleasant experience than this tour with Doug. A uniformed driver, comfortable car, and a very knowledgeable guide. Doug tailored the tour to fit our schedule, arrived early, remembered my friends' background, adapted to places we wanted to see a little more of, and of course, really knows the area. I've been on several guided tours and Doug's tour earns an "A".
Thank you! Our tour was fun and I enjoyed getting to know you both before your big Vikings football game. I was honored to be a part of your visit to the Twin Cities.
We had a fantastic experience on the Minneapolis & St. Paul tour with Douglas last week. From start to finish, Douglas was engaging, knowledgeable, and incredibly personable. His storytelling brought the cities to life—each stop was enriched with fascinating history, local insights, and fun anecdotes that made the tour feel truly special. Douglas was also amazing at answering all our questions. Whether we asked about architecture, local culture, or quirky trivia, he responded with depth and enthusiasm. It was clear he loves what he does, and that passion made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour—and especially Douglas—for anyone looking to explore the Twin Cities in a meaningful and memorable way!
Thank you! I enjoyed guiding your group around the Twin Cities, and especially loved the many varied questions. By the time we parted, we had truly covered nearly every known topic, even the Minnesota weather. Loved it all!
My teenage grandsons and I had a great time on our Minneapolis St Paul three hour private tour. Douglas and our driver did an excellent job pointing out all of the highlights of the two cities. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone. It was incredible.
Thank you. I had a good afternoon guiding you because you were so engaged and curious. Your two grandsons were engaged, too, and they were a lot of fun. I’m impressed with your wonderful relationship with both of your grandsons. I’m sure you’re very proud to travel with them. I really enjoyed our time together and I’m sure your post-tour late lunch was good, too.
My two grandsons and I had a great time on our three hour tour of Minneapolis and St Paul. Our tour guide, Douglas Cline, and our driver did an incredible job showing us the highlights. I would recommend this tour to anyone who wants an unforgettable experience.
Our time together was lively and full of stories. Plus, your two grandsons were impressively attentive and engaged. A special afternoon for us all. Thank you for joining me.
While in town for a work conference, my husband and I wanted to learn more about the Minneapolis and Saint Paul area. It was the first time for both of us to be in the area and we always enjoy learning about the places we visit. Douglas‘s tour was so thorough, his understanding of the culture and history of the area is exceptional. The Escalade was comfortable and while we got out to walk around several times, it enabled us to see so much of the area in the three hour time allotted for the tour. I would highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to get to know this beautiful and interesting area of our country.
Thank you! We had a beautiful morning for our tour, and I enjoyed showing you Minneapolis and St. Paul. I’m sure your post-tour lunch was delicious as we finished at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. And I was very happy to learn that you made your way back to the Minnesota State Capitol that afternoon for a closer look. It is packed with history and is truly a breathtaking building. Glad you had a good time!
Douglas Kine’s tour was phenomenal! His knowledge of Minneapolis-St.Paul is encyclopedic and his manner is welcoming and warm. I am so glad I had the opportunity to enjoy his tour, especially since I had just two days to get a feel for Minneapolis and St. Paul after my conference concluded. Douglas showed me so much in under three hours. Afterwards, he gave me suggestions for where to eat and what to do on my own, which lead to a very rich day of exploring the beautiful city of Minneapolis.
Thank you. We had a busy and lively morning…with beautiful weather, too. I’m happy to hear that your day of adventure continued with many of the additional activities I recommended. A full day; a fun day!
Doug knew his information about the history of Minneapolis and St.Paul. Always made sure to see if I had questions. Also great customer service.
Thank you. I’m glad you were able to enjoy highlights of the Twin Cities at the start of your first visit to Minnesota. Now you’ll have time during your work conference to do some of the activities mentioned during our tour. Have fun!
Douglas Kline makes Minneapolis tour pop. 4 of us in a Cadillac Escalade driven by driver Jeff followed Doug's detailed and fascinating history of Minneapolis as we visited chief sites of the city, various neighborhoods and buildings. We all had a great time. Doug was available before & after the tour for consultation on restaurants, theater and other entertainment. He was completely dependable, so well informed, and just a delightful person. Highly appreciated. Highly recommended.
Thank you. Our lively morning was a lot of fun and I’m glad you and your group enjoyed the tour. I’m sure that your post-tour lunch and maybe some shopping was also a good time. Enjoy your many future travels!
Nothing can be better than a "private" tour and that's exactly what we got with Douglas Kline. He and his driver picked us up from our hotel (so no hassles with transportation). We let Douglas know ahead of time what we were/were not interested in so he made sure that we visited places we'd like. He did a great job narrating our sites and stopping at "famous" places in St. Paul and Minneapolis. He was very engaing with us. Loved his tour.
Thank you! I’m honored to be part of your multi-state road trip and your first visit to Minnesota. Now that you’ve seen the overall Twin Cities highlights, you can explore some key attractions in-depth. Enjoy Minnesota!
Douglas did a great job giving us an in-depth overview tour of the Twin Cities. We stopped several times to see the beautiful cathedrals and parks that makes the area so special. Douglas is very knowledgeable and he was able to give us insight into the history and growth of both Minneapolis and St. Paul. I highly recommend Douglas for your next tour of the greater Minneapolis-St. Paul area!
Thanks! It was a fun afternoon for all of us. Your curiousity and questions prompted me to provide more insight and anecdotes for topics I usually don’t get to talk about. A great time!
