These are the 11 best private city tours in Minneapolis, United States we could find on Viator and Get Your Guide.
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1. Minneapolis & St. Paul Highlights Private Riding & Walking Tour (3 hrs)
Key Details
Cost: From $550.00
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 23
Tour Length: 3 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
See the best of the Twin Cities on foot and from a private car on this guided tour of Minneapolis and St. Paul. This sixteen-stop tour covers the best of both cities. See where the professional sports teams play at Xcel Energy Center and Target Field. Pass by some of the area’s serene spaces like Lake of the Isles and Minnehaha Falls. Visit the Minnesota State Capitol and Mill District while listening to local stories.
- Get a customized, comprehensive view of both cities while walking and riding
- Visit the Mill District and State Capitol with included tickets
- Sip bottled water while the guide discusses local history, art, and culture
- Pass by popular sites like University of Minnesota and the Sculpture Garden
What’s Included
- Guided tour
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
What’s Not Included
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
2. In the Footsteps of Prince: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Downtown Minneapolis
Key Details
Cost: From $7.99
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 21
Tour Length: 1.25 hours to 2 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Explore Minneapolis through Prince’s life—without dealing with any of the crowds. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll hit the streets of Prince’s favorite ‘hood, starting at Nicollet Avenue and ending on First Avenue, where 10,000 gathered to mourn the artist’s death. Though designed for a 75-minute tour, explore at your pace, sinking into all things purple.
- Download via your smartphone to get started, whenever you’re ready
- Explore downtown Minneapolis led by your “guide,” from the 100-foot Prince mural to Music Wall and more
- Stop, start, and pause as you like, no WiFi needed
- Limited to just your group, you’ll get a more personalized Prince experience
What’s Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
What’s Not Included
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Food and Drink
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
3. Walking Minneapolis Mississippi River, Falls & Historic Mills Private Tour(2hrs)
Key Details
Cost: From $195.00
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 14
Tour Length: 2 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Discover the connection between Minneapolis and the Mississippi River alongside a private guide during this immersive walking tour. Stroll along the mighty river and the dramatic St. Anthony Falls, learning about the impact the river has had on the city. You also visit Mill Ruins Park, Stone Arch Bridge, and the Mill District, uncovering the history of the area from its early settlement to the present day.
- Get a closer look at specific areas of Minneapolis
- Learn about the first hydropower plant in the US
- Get insider tips on where to eat, drink, and explore
- A private guide means a personalized experience
What’s Included
Guided tour
What’s Not Included
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
4. Walking St. Paul Summit Ave. Victorian Homes Private Tour (2 hrs)
Key Details
Cost: From $195.00
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 11
Tour Length: 2 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Summit Avenue in St. Paul, Minnesota is home to some of the state’s most beautiful Victorian architecture. Embark on a private tour and learn about these preserved structures from your guide. Listen to stories of wealthy families and tycoons who lives more than 120 years ago and built these charming estates. Architecture lovers can spot several styles including Queen Anne, neo-classical, Romanesque, and Georgian Revival during the tour.
- Discover St. Paul’s history from your guide
- A central meeting point makes for a seamless start
- Learn about the preservation efforts of the homes
- A private guide means a personalized experience
What’s Included
Guided tour
What’s Not Included
- Home interiors are not part of this tour.
- Restrooms are not available during this tour.
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
5. Walking F. Scott Fitzgerald’s St. Paul Life & Homes Private Tour (2 hrs)
Key Details
Cost: From $195.00
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 7
Tour Length: 2 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Learn all about the life of F. Scott Fitzgerald on this private, historic walking tour in St. Paul. Your guide will be a wealth of knowledge regarding the popular author, and will share stories about life in the Roaring ‘20s, learn about the Victorian lifestyle, and much more. Walk at your own pace on this tour that will last approximately two hours.
- Easily meet your guide at the Gnome Craft Pub
- Learn all about F. Scott Fitzgerald’s life
- Go at your own pace on this private tour
- Tour for around 2 hours, then the rest of the day is free
What’s Included
Guided tour
What’s Not Included
- Home interiors are not part of this tour.
- Restrooms are not available during this tour.
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
6. Minneapolis Tour – Skyscrapers to City Parks – Walking/Driving
Key Details
Cost: From $170.00
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 3
Tour Length: 4 to 5 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
If you only know Minneapolis as the home of the Vikings or the Mall of America, then let this tour show you the true face of the city. With a born and raised Minneapolis local as your guide, you’ll tour the city streets, learning about the history of the city and the many iconic brands birthed from it. You’ll also leave the city to drive to the Chain of Lakes and enjoy a Minnesota-style lunch.
- Walk through the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
- Tour the Guthrie Theater’s dazzling interior
- View the city from the Foshay Tower observation deck
- See landmarks like the Stone Arch Bridge and Mill Ruins Park
What’s Included
- Private transportation
- Parking Fees
- Entrance Fees
- Lunch
What’s Not Included
N/A
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
7. “Crooked” St. Paul Gangsters Private Riding Tour (2 hrs)
Key Details
Cost: From $480.00
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 2
Tour Length: 2 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
We’ll connect at a location and hour convenient for you and step back in time during this private, 2-hour riding tour. You’ll hear how St. Paul, Minnesota became a haven for the nation’s most notorious gangsters, including John Dillinger, during the first decades of the 20th Century, and the impact of that legacy on life today in the "Saintly City. "
How could bank robbers and bootleggers run their crimes while "hiding in plain sight"? This private riding tour will show the homes, nightclubs, hangouts – and even the courthouse – where these professional thugs lived, planned, played and were prosecuted.
We’ll also see other St. Paul highlights, including Summit Ave, cathedral and Capitol.
Want to entertain locals or out-of-towners? Old enough to remember those lurid headlines or young enough to be amazed? Ready for a new twist on a town you thought you knew? This tour is for you.
Transportation for this tour is provided in a professionally chauffeured "black car" sedan or SUV.
What’s Included
- Guided tour
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
What’s Not Included
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
8. The best of Minneapolis walking tour
Key Details
Cost: From $299.07
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 1
Tour Length: 2 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
There’s much more to Minneapolis than meets the eye and you’ll have a chance to learn as much as possible about the city during this walking tour. Stroll the streets with a local guide who will tell you what makes the city unique. Hear stories as you walk near the Mississippi River. Find out why this city is such a bike-friendly place and learn about the natural areas like the St. Anthony Falls.
- Discover the history and sights of Minneapolis on this walking tour
- Meet a local who will guide you around the landmarks of the city
- Learn all about the history of the city through facts and legends
- Wander down near the Mississippi River and discuss St. Anthony Falls
What’s Included
Local Professional Guide
What’s Not Included
N/A
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
9. Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Key Details
Cost: From $349.00
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 1
Tour Length: 2 hours
Languages
English
Tour 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!
What’s Included
- Local, knowledgeable, licensed Tour Guide
- Professional tour company with over 10 years’ experience
What’s Not Included
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
10. Mall of America: 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure
Key Details
Cost: From $44.20
Review Score: 4.9
Number of Reviews: 7
Tour Length: 1 hour
Languages
English
Tour Description
Enter 1 of 5 immersive worlds and work as a team to complete a mission. Find yourself breaking out of prison, finding hidden gold, saving the day, and more.
What’s Included
- Engage in a unique game to complete tasks and escape within a tight time limit
- Test your problem-solving skills with fun, tactile challenges
- Be transported to other worlds in super immersive games
What’s Not Included
N/A
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
11. Minneapolis: History and 4-Bar Crawl Guided Walking Tour
Key Details
Cost: From $69.00
Review Score: 5.0
Number of Reviews: 3
Tour Length: 3 hours
Languages
English
Tour Description
Combine the best of both worlds — history and local bars — on a guided walking tour that will take you through Minneapolis’ vibrant bar scene and leave you with knowledge about the city.
- Travel back from the days of alcohol smuggling to today’s golden age of drinking
- Delve into Minnesota’s history of temperance groups with your local tour guide
- Listen to fascinating stories about some of Minneapolis’ favorite watering holes
- Pay a visit to 4 beloved bars and strike up a conversation with the bartenders
- Savor a tasty top-shelf drink at each stop (with the optional premium ticket)
What’s Included
- Guided walking tour
- Visit to 4 bars
- 4 drinks of your choice (if option selected)
What’s Not Included
N/A
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
How Much Do Private Tours Cost In Minneapolis?
The best private tours in Minneapolis cost between $7.99 and $550.00. However, you can always check the listings below for something cheaper or even more exclusive.
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