Minnesota’s Storied City: A Self-Guided Tour of Downtown St. Paul

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About the Activity

Explore the rich history of St. Paul on this self-guided walking tour, starting at Rice Park in front of the Landmark Center, St. Paul's cultural hub. Stroll along the Mississippi River and uncover the city's early history, from the Dakota village of Kaposia to the Beaux Arts-style Union Depot. Walk through Lowertown to Mears Park, past modern architecture, and on to the Minnesota State Capitol. Along the way, hear stories of “Pig’s Eye” Parrant, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and St. Paul’s gangster past while discovering the city's rivalry with Minneapolis. This tour brings to life the characters, events, and landmarks that shaped the "Saintly City."

1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it

Audio and written guide

The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour

Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Smartphone and headphones

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Landmark Center(Pass By)

75 5th St W, , Saint Paul, United States, 55102-1431Pass by the Landmark Center, often called “St. Paul’s very own castle,” which once housed federal courts that handled notorious Prohibition-era gangster trials. Now a cultural hub, its Romanesque architecture stands as a testament to the city's rich history.View Location

Rice Park(Pass By)

109 W 4th St, 5th St / Washington St / 4th St / Market St, , Saint Paul, United States, 55101Stroll through Rice Park, a charming public space surrounded by historic landmarks and statues, including one of famed author F. Scott Fitzgerald. This park has been a gathering place for over a century, nestled in the heart of downtown St. Paul.View Location

Union Depot(Pass By)

214 4th St E, Saint Paul, United States, 55101-1481As you pass Union Depot, imagine the days when this Beaux Arts-style station buzzed with trains and travelers. Once the gateway to the city, today it's a beautifully restored hub for modern transit and a window into the past.View Location

Mears Park(Pass By)

Sibley Street, Between 5th and 6th Streets, Saint Paul, United States, 55101Walk through Mears Park, a green oasis in Lowertown surrounded by modern architecture and art installations. Its serene setting contrasts with its history as a center of industry in St. Paul’s past.View Location

Fitzgerald Theater(Pass By)

10 Exchange St E, , Saint Paul, United States, 55101-2220As you pass the Fitzgerald Theater, the oldest theater in St. Paul, remember that it was originally known as the Sam S. Shubert Theater. It’s a fitting tribute to F. Scott Fitzgerald, one of the city’s most famous literary figures.View Location

Minnesota State Capitol(Pass By)

75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, , Saint Paul, United States, 55155-1605Gaze upon the magnificent Minnesota State Capitol, designed by Cass Gilbert, and learn how the young architect won the competition to build it. This stunning building, with its gilded quadriga statue, is a symbol of the state’s political and architectural heritage.View Location

Pause by the Herb Brooks Statue, which honors the legendary coach who led the U.S. hockey team to victory in the 1980 Olympics. His connection to St. Paul is a point of pride for the city, which has deep hockey roots.View Location

CHS Field(Pass By)

360 Broadway St, Saint Paul, United States, 55101-1405Pass by CHS Field, a modern ballpark that is home to the St. Paul Saints baseball team. Its location in Lowertown ties into the neighborhood’s transformation from industrial hub to vibrant community space.View Location

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Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

The tour starts in Rice Park, in front of the Landmark Center next to the circular modernist fountain, where the park's diagonal sidewalks converge. The fountain should be between you and the Landmark Center.View Location

End point

The tour ends at Upper Mall Minnesota State Capitol.View Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The total tour duration is the walking time as you pass by attractions. It does not include optional time spent at any of the listed attractions
This route is not wheelchair accessible, but it is a very easy walk suitable for the ages listed. The accessibility selections are accurate.

Language And Guide

Audio Guide Available In

English

Printed Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

Tickets will be delivered post-booking by email; or, physically delivered to the customer or the customer's hotelVOICEMAP CODE  ───  Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── 1. Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: 2. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app 3. Create an account 4. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes 5. Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE  ─── You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour. SUPPORT  ───  For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.me

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Chicago time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by VoiceMap Audio ToursCreated on 20 Sep 2024Created on 05 Dec 2024

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