Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
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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!2 hours
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Professional tour company with over 10 years' experience
Local, knowledgeable, licensed Tour Guide
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Guthrie Theater
818 S 2nd St, , Minneapolis, United States, 55415-1252The country’s largest regional theater, offering a breathtaking view of our tour area from the Endless Bridge5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMill City Museum(Pass By)
704 S 2nd St, , Minneapolis, United States, 55401-2163Once housed the world’s largest and most technologically advanced flour mill in the world, now a history on the founding and growth of Minneapolis.View Location2
Mill Ruins Park
102 Portland Ave, Minneapolis, United States, 55401-2531Celebrates and documents the history of 19th-century flour mills long since abandoned and excavated in the past 25 years.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Discover why it’s been the Minneapolis area’s lifeline for over 10,000 years.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Cross the river via this historic and unique bridge, while taking in the best view of the city.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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St. Anthony Falls
West River Road and Portland Ave, , Minneapolis, United States, 55414First documented in 1680, the falls powered mills and generated wealth for the Twin Cities.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Stroll the oldest street in Minneapolis, passing by the city’s oldest tavern and over a warren of caves and tunnels.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Location of what was the first permanent bridge over the Mississippi River, we take the current elegant and stylish bridge back toward downtown.20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Meeting and Pickup
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Meet your guide outside the front door; s/he will be wearing a purple shirt with company logo.View Location
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Meet your guide outside the front door; s/he will be wearing a purple shirt with company logo.View Location
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Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
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No reviews found!Operated by Twin Cities Sightseeing ToursCreated on 31 Aug 2021Created on 09 Jun 2024
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