Top 10 cultural & heritage things to do in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

1. Saint Paul Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing tour

Flexible city exploration — 4 key stops, comfortable coach, guided tour sharing local history and insights.

2. 90-minute narrated cruise on Lake Minnetonka

Ninety minutes of narrated sightseeing on Lake Minnetonka — scenery, local history, and a complimentary drink included.

3. St Paul Cathedral Hill food tour

Two hours of guided tasting in St Paul’s historic Cathedral Hill, featuring local cuisine and stories of the area’s past. A foodie experience amidst stunning architecture.

4. Minneapolis Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing tour

Flexible tour with 4 stops — explore Minneapolis attractions on an open-air bus with an English-speaking driver-guide.

5. Minneapolis skyway walking tour

Two hours on foot, covering up to 2 miles — navigate the largest skyway system in the world, with a light bite at the historic Minneapolis Club included.

“Jessica is an excellent guide with a wealth of knowledge, offering numerous insights and details about Minneapolis's history. I highly recommend this tour.”— nadjaj910

6. Minneapolis bar tour with tastings

Three hours walking tour through Minneapolis neighborhoods with local drinks at several bars and insights from expert guides.

“The tour guide skillfully blended drink mixing with local history and stories, making sure we patronized different businesses across the city. Each venue offered a unique atmosphere, and we appreciated the thoughtfully designed experience.”— Kayte F

7. Challah baking workshop in Minneapolis

Two-hour session teaching the art of challah baking, including history, with fresh bread to take home.

“I had a wonderful time during the experience. The host was kind and articulate. Learning about the challah tradition was both intriguing and enlightening. My friends and I truly enjoyed the hands-on activity of making our own challah, and the bread was delightful. I would definitely repeat it!”— avidtouristNewJersey

8. Personalized pedicab tour of Minneapolis and Saint Paul

Flexible tour duration in a pedicab — explore Minneapolis and Saint Paul’s lakes and historic sites, customized to your interests.

“The day was perfect for exploring the key attractions of Minneapolis, and Bodie proved to be both knowledgeable and insightful. He was considerate and flexible, inquiring beforehand about any specific sights we wanted to include. I highly recommend this experience.”— Michelle_R

9. Minneapolis walking tour — past and present

Two hours on foot with local guides, exploring the untold history of Minneapolis from statehood to the present.

“My wife and I enjoy walking tours when visiting new cities to gain insight into their history and highlights, and this tour was among the finest we've experienced. Colin was lively and shared excellent information about the Stone Bridge, flour mills, Guthrie Theater, Foshay Tower, First Avenue concert venue, and Minneapolis life. We appreciated the coffee break at Dunn Brothers, which helped us warm up before continuing.”— 126nickr

10. Minneapolis Trolley Tour with live narration

Two-hour narrated trolley tour through five historic districts, featuring skyline views and famous landmarks of Minneapolis.

“This was a fantastic experience. Our guide was both knowledgeable and entertaining, skillfully showcasing the fascinating history of the Twin Cities. The gift shop also offers a variety of great items. Highly recommended and a true representation of Minnesota's best!”— 417dimitrijek