Top 10 food & drink things to do in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

1. 90-minute narrated cruise on Lake Minnetonka

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

2. Two-hour boats and burgers cruise on Lake Minnetonka

Two-hour narrated cruise on Lake Minnetonka — enjoy cheeseburgers, sides, and dessert while passing scenic homes and parks.

3. Fall colours sightseeing cruise on Lake Minnetonka

Ninety minutes on Lake Minnetonka — enjoy fall colours with a complimentary drink, heated and air-conditioned comfort, and purchase additional snacks on board.

4. 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.

5. Sunday dinner cruise with live music on Lake Minnetonka

Two-hour cruise featuring an Italian buffet, live music from the 70s to today, and unlimited soft drinks on Lake Minnetonka.

6. Hands-on pasta-making class in Minneapolis

Two hours of guided cooking — learn to make tagliatelle, ravioli, orecchiette, and cavatelli under the guidance of a local chef.

7. 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

8. 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

9. Friday night happy hour cruise on Lake Minnetonka

Two-hour cruise on Lake Minnetonka with music, one complimentary drink, and snacks included, open to guests aged 18 and up.

10. Minneapolis local food tour in the North Loop

Three-hour walking tour through the North Loop, sampling cuisine from top local restaurants, including pizza and eastern European dishes.

“Having experienced numerous food tours in different cities, I can confidently say this one stands out as the finest. Dan's friendliness, knowledge, and engaging personality made it memorable. Be sure to come hungry, as the 2-hour “afternoon snack” tour offers much more than expected.”— Ortleib