Minneapolis Past and Present Walking Tour
Overview
Experience Minneapolis like never before with guided walking tours led by knowledgeable local experts. Discover the fascinating and often overlooked history of Minneapolis and Minnesota, from the pre-statehood era to modern times. Our tours provide insightful commentary and engaging stories, offering a deeper understanding of the city's rich heritage and cultural evolution.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
333 South 1st Street
Minneapolis, MN 55401, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
701 North 1st Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
We will end the tour outside First Avenue, across the street from Target Center
What To Expect
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Stone Arch Bridge
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
IDS Building
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
First Avenue & 7th St Entry
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-5493222P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions 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).
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 10..
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.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Minneapolis Past and Present Walking Tour 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 Past and Present Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
