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Choose your trip length, interests, and pace to build a flexible Minneapolis-Saint Paul itinerary. Add other destinations, compare experiences, and reserve time for travel between stops.

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When to consider visiting

June–September

Seasonal guidance is a starting point; check weather and dates for your chosen experiences.

Choosing a base

North Loop (Minneapolis): Walkable dining/coffee scene, close to downtown and trails Uptown (Minneapolis): Near lakes, nightlife, and bike-friendly streets Lowertown (Saint Paul): Historic area with easy access to parks, museums, and transit

Experiences to explore

Browse these experiences as a starting point. The planner considers your interests, pace, and published schedules when building your days.

The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at the Mall of America

The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at the Mall of America

The Escape Game Minneapolis is inside of the famed Mall of America, a 4-level mall with hundreds of food, shopping, and entertainment options. You'll find us on the 3rd floor, East…

Approx. 75 minutesView on Viator →
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

Get ready for an unforgettable ride through the heart of Minneapolis aboard our charming vintage trolley! This isn’t just a tour—it’s a front-row seat to the jaw-dropping history, …

Approx. 75 minutesView on Viator →
#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour

#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour

Climb aboard Minneapolis’ Candlelight Ghost Trolley Tour for a wickedly fun night of haunted history, paranormal legends, and eerie storytelling through the city’s darkest corners.…

Approx. 60 minutesView on Viator →
St. Paul Historic Cave Tour

St. Paul Historic Cave Tour

See the only remaining restored Gangster Era site on this historic tour of extensive caves carved into the hillside in long-abandoned mining ventures in the 1800s. Later it was a m…

Approx. 60 minutesView on Viator →
St Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour

St Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour

Step into the haunting streets of St. Paul with our mesmerizing ghost tour, where history and the supernatural converge! Guided by a knowledgeable local, you’ll explore some of th…

Approx. 60 minutesView on Viator →
Minneapolis Local Food Tour

Minneapolis Local Food Tour

Starting in the trendy North Loop neighborhood, we visit some of the best restaurants in Minneapolis! Learn about the city over a bite to eat (or four)! From a building with four J…

Approx. 120 minutesView on Viator →

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