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Tours/Minneapolis Saint Paul/Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour

Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour

5.0(2)Minneapolis Saint Paul2 hours
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
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Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Price from
$349 / person
Location
Minneapolis Saint Paul, United States
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
See policy below
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Twin Cities Sightseeing Tours
Meeting point
Meet your guide outside the front door; s/he will be wearing a purple shirt with company logo.

Description

On your 2-hour fully narrated experience you’ll stroll along, and across, the Mississippi River in the footsteps of people like railroad tycoon James J Hill, once the richest man in Minnesota. He made his fortune as the river rushed through the heartland, tumbled down a magnificent waterfall, and powered dozens of mills as a rapidly thriving community grew up around it. Your tour guide will delight you with stories of epic rivalries, world domination, quiet hidden corners, boom town brothels, and European explorers as you traverse 350 years of recorded history. Once the flour-milling capital of the world, modern-day Minneapolis thrives on its founding principles of hard work, innovation, and ingenuity. See how historic structures are repurposed for modern use, while retaining the charm and flair of past golden ages. This is the Minneapolis we bring you back to: the Minneapolis of sawdust, extreme wealth, immigrants, brewers, and nature. This is the best sightseeing experience in town!

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 5:00 PM
Next available
Tue, Oct 13
Group price
$349 per group of up to 10

Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:12 PM in the coming weeks.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.

Tour Options

Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour

Itinerary

Guthrie Theater
5 min

The country’s largest regional theater, offering a breathtaking view of our tour area from the Endless Bridge

Mill City Museum
Pass by

Once housed the world’s largest and most technologically advanced flour mill in the world, now a history on the founding and growth of Minneapolis.

Mill Ruins Park
10 min

Celebrates and documents the history of 19th-century flour mills long since abandoned and excavated in the past 25 years.

15 min

Discover why it’s been the Minneapolis area’s lifeline for over 10,000 years.

20 min

Cross the river via this historic and unique bridge, while taking in the best view of the city.

St. Anthony Falls
15 min

First documented in 1680, the falls powered mills and generated wealth for the Twin Cities.

15 min

Stroll the oldest street in Minneapolis, passing by the city’s oldest tavern and over a warren of caves and tunnels.

20 min

Location of what was the first permanent bridge over the Mississippi River, we take the current elegant and stylish bridge back toward downtown.

Nicollet Island
5 min

Before it became a Victorian oasis in the middle of “Big Muddy”, the island was revered by the Sioux and Ojibwe.

Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis
Pass by

The third building for this purpose stands on the site of the former Minneapolis Great Northern Depot and the Pacific sawmill.

Pass by

In the 19th century, “Bridge Square” was the commercial hub and government seat of the growing city; the original Downtown Minneapolis.

5 min

The Milwaukee Road railway depot bustled with activity for over 70 years; today it remains one of the last surviving long-span, truss-roofed sheds in the country.

10 min

An Art Deco treasure in an unexpected location, the opulent lobby remains unchanged since its 1933 opening.

5 min

St Anthony Falls’ power was harnessed for industry here at the nation’s first commercial hydroelectric generation station.

What's included

Included
Professional tour company with over 10 years' experience
Local, knowledgeable, licensed Tour Guide
Not included
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

5.0
2 reviews
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2
4
0
3
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2
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1
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How it compares in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

  • No. 47 by number of reviews among 108 tours in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Excurgo comparison of 108 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

0+ days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour take?

Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 14 stops.

How much does Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour cost?

Prices start at $349 per person for this Minneapolis Saint Paul experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 5:00 PM.

Can I cancel Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour for free?

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Meet your guide outside the front door; s/he will be wearing a purple shirt with company logo. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Twin Cities Sightseeing Tours.

Reviews(2)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

$349/ person
5.0(2)
Duration2 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
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Cancellation

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