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
Transportation is an executive-class vehicle chauffeured by a professional driver who is licensed and uniformed. Select a tour starting point convenient for you. Typically, the tour starting point is also the ending point.
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(45)
Seeing Minneapolis and St. Paul in three hours. Visitors get a chance to learn about the history, the art and architecture and culture of both cities. They provided recommendations on what to see on your own while visiting. You get to see parks , lakes , historic homes and you get to be awe inspired by the state capitol.
Thank you. We had a great morning together packing a lot of history, culture, and architecture into a compact three hours. I'm glad the pace left you time to head up to the Minnesota State Capitol rooftop afterward — that view is a favorite bonus. It was an honor to wrap-up your cruise on the Mississippi River with a good look at both Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Doug Kline and driver Brandon were delightful and full of information and enthusiasm. We learned so much about this area in our three hour tour with them and feel we got more than our money's worth. Well, well worth the money!! Tallahassee, Florida
Thank you. It was such a fun tour with the two of you, and I loved sharing all the layers of this area with such curious, engaged guests. Glad you got up on the roof of our state Capitol building afterward, that view is always a treat, and I'm happy I could give you some good context right before you kicked off your Mississippi River cruise down to St. Louis. Enjoy the rest of your trip!
I wanted my friends visiting me from NY to understand why I loved living here after moving here six years ago after being in NY for 34. Doug Kline made that happen and my girlfriends can’t wait to bring their husbands!!
Thank you. It was a joy showing your friends around and showing them why you love living in the Twin Cities. We covered a lot of ground together, and it's always fun watching a group soak up the cities with fresh eyes. Best wishes, and I hope your girlfriends make it back soon with their husbands to see it firsthand!
Our guide, Doug Kline, and driver, Brandon, provided an enjoyable and informative tour of St. Paul and Minneapolis. Even though I have lived in Minnesota for a long time I learned lots. Our Canadian guests had never been to Minnesota, so they appreciated the overview and local stories. The experience was exactly as described and a strong value for the cost. Highly recommended experience!
Thank you. I had a wonderful time showing the Twin Cities to your Canadian first-time visitors, and I'm happy to hear that you, as a Minnesotan, learned a lot, too. Best wishes to all of you!
One of the best private tours we have ever taken. It was so well done, we booked a second day with Doug directly. The limo and driver enhanced the experience. Doug got to know us and made recommendations to alter the standard tour stops based on our preferences. Doug knows his geography, culture, architecture and history! We wanted to be immersed in the twin cities and left felling like we lived there it! Would not hesitate to recommend and wished all of our tours were this good.
Thank you! I know you wanted to fully immerse yourself in the Twin Cities to really get a feel for our history, culture and life today. And, during our two days together, I think we succeeded! I'm glad you enjoyed your visit to Minnesota and I know you liked attending your annual play-off at our Convention Center. A fun for week for you!
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!
