Minneapolis & St. Paul Highlights Private Riding & Walking Tour (3 hrs)
Overview
We'll connect at a location convenient for you and launch a 3-hour private riding & walking tour of Minneapolis & St. Paul that focuses on local culture, interesting history and what it's like to live today in the Twin Cities. We'll explore famous landmarks and discover little-known spots. I'll share stories and exclusive anecdotes that will bring your private experience alive.
Transportation for this tour is provided in a professionally chauffeured "town car" sedan or Cadillac Escalade SUV.
In town for a limited time? Have an open half-day during your visit? This professionally guided private tour is for you.
It's a great way to experience the highlights and get an overall feel for the cities in a fun and entertaining way. Many guests use this experience to become oriented so they can return later on their own to deeply explore favorite locales.
“Highly recommend!” Melissa A., Wisconsin USA
“…abundant knowledge of how the city works and the locals live.” Karale F., California USA
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Guided tour
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Transportation is an executive-class vehicle chauffeured by a professional driver who is licensed and uniformed. Select a tour starting point convenient for you. Typically, the tour starting point is also the ending point.
What To Expect
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Minneapolis Skyway System (pass by)
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden (pass by)
Lake of the Isles (pass by)
Bde Maka Ska (pass by)
Lake Harriet (pass by)
Minnehaha Falls
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Historic Fort Snelling (pass by)
Saint Paul (pass by)
Xcel Energy Center (pass by)
Minnesota State Capitol
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cathedral of Saint Paul (pass by)
James J. Hill House (pass by)
Summit Avenue (pass by)
Allianz Field (pass by)
University of Minnesota (pass by)
U.S. Bank Stadium (pass by)
Mill District
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
First Avenue & 7th St Entry (pass by)
Target Center (pass by)
Target Field (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Minneapolis & St. Paul Highlights Private Riding & Walking Tour (3 hrs)?
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Average 4.96 out of 5 stars based on 45 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Bottled water.
- Private transportation.
- Guided tour.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Minneapolis & St. Paul Highlights Private Riding & Walking Tour (3 hrs) is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Minneapolis & St. Paul Highlights Private Riding & Walking Tour (3 hrs) will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Guided tour
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
