Minneapolis In Depth Walking Tour

Celebrates and documents the history of 19th-century flour mills long since abandoned and excavated in the past 25 years.

Discover why it’s been the Minneapolis area’s lifeline for over 10,000 years.

Cross the river via this historic and unique bridge, while taking in the best view of the city.

First documented in 1680, the falls powered mills and generated wealth for the Twin Cities.

Stroll the oldest street in Minneapolis, passing by the city’s oldest tavern and over a warren of caves and tunnels.

Location of what was the first permanent bridge over the Mississippi River, we take the current elegant and stylish bridge back toward downtown.

Before it became a Victorian oasis in the middle of “Big Muddy”, the island was revered by the Sioux and Ojibwe.

The third building for this purpose stands on the site of the former Minneapolis Great Northern Depot and the Pacific sawmill.

In the 19th century, “Bridge Square” was the commercial hub and government seat of the growing city; the original Downtown Minneapolis.

The Milwaukee Road railway depot bustled with activity for over 70 years; today it remains one of the last surviving long-span, truss-roofed sheds in the country.

St Anthony Falls’ power was harnessed for industry here at the nation’s first commercial hydroelectric generation station.

Iconic music venue most associated with hometown superstar, Prince.

A beautiful Beaux Art style church designated as the country's first Basilica.

The seat of city and county government featuring a magnificent clock tower.

Heart of the Theatre District since 1867 with historic venues still telling their tales.