Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour

Minneapolis, US
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Highlights

  • Fully narrated experience along the Mississippi River
  • Stories of epic rivalries and world domination
  • Exploring historic structures repurposed for modern use
  • Strolling along the oldest street in Minneapolis
  • Taking in the best view of the city from a unique bridge

Meeting Point

Meet your guide outside the front door; s/he will be wearing a purple shirt with company logo.

Meeting point

818 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55415 , United States

End point

End Point

Meet your guide outside the front door; s/he will be wearing a purple shirt with company logo.

Meeting point

818 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55415 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Guthrie Theater

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

Duration 5 minutes
2

Mill City Museum

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.

3

Mill Ruins Park

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

Duration 10 minutes
4

Mississippi River

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

Duration 15 minutes
5

Stone Arch Bridge

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

Duration 20 minutes
6

St. Anthony Falls

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

Duration 15 minutes
7

Saint Anthony Main

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

Duration 15 minutes
8

Hennepin Avenue Bridge

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

Duration 20 minutes
9

Nicollet Island

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

Duration 5 minutes
10

Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis

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

11

Gateway District

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

12

The Depot

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.

Duration 5 minutes
13

United States Postal Service

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

Duration 10 minutes
14

Water Works Park

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

Duration 5 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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

What our experts say

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    Check out the Guthrie Theater nearby.
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    Visit Mill Ruins Park for history.
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    Bring a camera for stunning views.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Consider dining at nearby Eat Street.

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