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Saint Paul Gangster Tour

4.5 (25)
St Paul, US
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Saint Paul Gangster Tour

4.5 (25)
St Paul, US
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The Saint Paul Gangster Tour takes travelers on a thrilling journey back to the 1930s prohibition era, uncovering the notorious criminal activities and bootlegging operations that once dominated Saint Paul. This 2-hour tour, conducted in the comfort of a bus, begins at the iconic Castle Royal Gangsters nightclub, now known as The Wabasha Street Caves. With an informative and humorous tour guide leading the way, visitors will explore landmarks like the St. Paul hotel, Hamm's mansion kidnapping site, Governor's Mansion, and F. Scott Fitzgerald's home. The tour also includes stops at famous gangster hotspots such as the White House hotel and the Horseshoe Saloon. For an even more immersive experience, guests can opt for the package that includes priority seating, a photo op, and tickets to both the Historic Cave Tour and the Saint Paul Gangster Tour. Don't miss out on this captivating journey through the dark and intriguing underworld of Saint Paul.

About this experience

  • Non Refundable There is no return, refund or cancellation possible with this product
  • 2 hours
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • See landmarks of St. Paul's criminal history
  • Visit a historic payroll robbery site
  • Experience the famous White House hotel
  • Learn about gangsters at the Horseshoe Saloon
  • Discover the sites of famous kidnappings and gun battles
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Restroom on board
  • 2-hour gangster tour by bus

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Introduction

The Saint Paul Gangster Tour is an immersive experience that takes you back to the thrilling era of the 1930s prohibition. During this 2-hour bus tour, you will discover why Saint Paul became a notorious center for bootlegging operations and criminal activities. Led by an informative and humorous tour guide, this adventure starts at the historic Castle Royal Gangsters nightclub, now known as The Wabasha Street Caves. Please note that the tour does not include the Historic Cave Tour, but there is an optional package available that combines both tours with additional perks such as priority seating, a photo opportunity, and tickets.

What to expect?

During the Saint Paul Gangster Tour, you can expect a total duration of 120 minutes packed with fascinating discoveries. The itinerary begins by exploring landmarks like the Historic Castle Royal nightclub, Landmark building, St. Paul hotel, Green Lantern Saloon, Hamm's mansion kidnapping site, Cathedral Hill, Bremer kidnapping site, and sites associated with the Irish Syndicate, Dillinger's gun battle, Summit Hill, Governor's Mansion, and F. Scott Fitzgerald's home. You will also visit a payroll robbery site and see the famous White House hotel and the Horseshoe Saloon.

Who is this for?

The Saint Paul Gangster Tour appeals to anyone with an interest in history, gangsters, and the fascinating tales that surround them. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a fan of true crime stories, or simply looking for a unique and entertaining way to explore Saint Paul, this tour offers something for everyone. From locals to tourists, this experience welcomes curious minds of all ages.

Why book this?

Step into the shoes of a 1930s gangster and embark on an unforgettable journey through the captivating criminal underworld of Saint Paul. This tour provides a rare opportunity to delve into the city's dark past and witness the very locations where legendary gangsters roamed. With an engaging tour guide who brings the stories to life, you'll be transported back in time, experiencing the intrigue and excitement of the prohibition era. From iconic landmarks to hidden secrets, this tour offers a unique perspective that cannot be found in history books alone.

Good to know

When booking the Saint Paul Gangster Tour, remember to arrive 15 minutes early to secure limited free parking. Look for the "Open" sign to know the meeting point and end point. Keep in mind that while the tour covers a range of fascinating locations, it does not include the Historic Cave Tour. If you want a more comprehensive experience, consider the package that includes both the Historic Cave Tour and the Saint Paul Gangster Tour, along with priority seating and a photo opportunity. Get ready to immerse yourself in the intriguing history of Saint Paul and uncover the secrets of its notorious gangster past.

Reviews

The Saint Paul Gangster Tour has received rave reviews from individuals who have embarked on this thrilling journey. Visitors have praised the engaging tour guide for their wealth of knowledge and ability to make the stories come alive. Many have mentioned that the tour provided a unique and enjoyable way to explore the city's history, while others appreciated the chance to visit significant sites associated with famous gangsters. Overall, customers have expressed high levels of satisfaction with the tour, describing it as an entertaining and educational experience that is not to be missed.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Saint Paul

See landmarks like the Historic Castle Royal nightclub, Landmark building, St. Paul hotel, Green Lantern Saloon, Hamm's mansion kidnapping site, Cathedral Hill, Bremer kidnapping site, sites of the Irish Syndicate, site of Dillinger's gun battle, Summit Hill, Governor's Mansion, and F. Scott Fitzgerald's home.

South Saint Paul

Visit a payroll robbery site.

West Saint Paul

See the famous White House, a hotel frequented by gangsters, and the Horseshoe Saloon.

Reviews

(25)

4.5 (25)

Janeen_G

Host was very entertaining and included lots of guest participation. Knowledgeable about subject manner. Tour was exactly as expected when it came to time parameters. It was a Fun experience for our group of 1he from the state of MI. Have already recommended it to some of our local friends.

Robin_H

Host had a lot of knowledge and shared greatly. I think if the sheet with the characters listed was handed out before the tour began it would have been helpful.

Lavonne_S

Enjoyed the guide. He kept things lively with the historal information and jokes. Never a dull moment!

teraramage

Very interesting tour. The tour guide “Babyface Nelson” had a lot of stories, was entertaining, but not only did he have a loud, projecting voice, but he used a microphone and was too loud. When we retuned back they were having a private party in the caves and we couldn’t go inside to use the bathrooms. They sent us across the street to the Holiday gas station. It was disgusting and even the men in our group didn’t want to use it. We had to go elsewhere.

Susan_V

This felt like a tour of St. Paul, although when pointing out interesting homes the presenter failed to mention which side of the bus to look out. Otherwise it was a lecture format which becomes uninteresting quickly. I saw tv screens on the bus and would recommend developing a display of the places and people being discussed that could accompany the narrative. That would help. Being a former history teacher, I know it takes lots of elements to make a tour of this type interesting. Just talking doesn’t work.

Karen_C

The tour was fine. I knew the history talked about but the presentation made it enjoyable. Your insistence on more words in this space is annoying.

Katherine_C

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I booked this tour, but I’m SO glad that I did. Our tour guide (John Dillinger actor) was hilarious! I don’t think I’ve laughed that hard on a tour in a long time. The people on the tour with me were hilarious as well. A good group can really make or break these trip, and my group was incredible. I was traveling solo so I loved all the group engagement. Ok enough with the laughs :) The tour itself was also full of interesting information about the gangster history in St. Paul. I was coming into this tour with zero knowledge and I feel like I learned so much. I ended up getting to the bus tour an hour early so I joined the cave tour as well. The cave tour had less and laughs and informations, but it was still really cool to see - especially for only $10. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a rainy, cold day activity in St. Paul. It’s also something totally different than what you will get visiting a museum or historical house.

Akriese2001

Great tour if you want your ears to bleed. Our tour guide was Babyface. Constant loud, fast talking for 2 hours and 15 minutes straight. It was as if a trumpet was blasting in our ears without any breaks. Knowledgeable guide, but we all got headaches. Literally the guy didn’t pause. This was grueling. The bus would stop outside of buildings and just sit there while our eardrums were damaged. I recommend you just google some St. Paul gangster facts and drive around on your own. We felt like we were kidnapped and tortured with constant loud rambling.

Nancy_D

The tour guide was vary knowledgeable It was very interesting. I learned a lot about st paul that I didn't no about

Burkhatm

This was our first experience taking a motor coach tour. We will definitely be back for more. Our time was both entertaining and really informative! One doesn't realize how much history we have in our area!
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-04 01:21
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