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Mill City Museum: Explore Minneapolis History

Uncover the industrial soul of Minneapolis at the Mill City Museum. Located along the scenic Mississippi River, this premier historical attraction offers immersive walking tours that bring the milling industry to life. Explore the ruins of the massive Washburn 'A' Mill, walk the iconic Stone Arch Bridge, and enjoy breathtaking views of the city skyline. Whether you choose a professional guided group tour or a flexible self-guided audio experience, you'll dive deep into the cultural heritage and fascinating history of the Twin Cities. Perfect for history buffs and curious travelers seeking authentic Minneapolis experiences.

4.58/5 visitor ratingFrom $9.18 per person6 unique tour optionsInstant booking available

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$9–$285 range

Most options cost between $10 and $88

Rating

Rating

4.58★ average

Based on 133 pooled reviews

Tour Type

Tour Type

100% Walking Tours

Focuses on cultural and historical themes

Tour Length

Tour Length

1.2–2.5 hours

Median duration is 1.8 hours

Tour Format

Tour Format

67% Private Tours

Options include both group and self-guided formats

Eco-Friendly

Eco-Friendly

83% eco-friendly

High availability of sustainable tour options

8 Products

Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

1.5 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.19 (70 reviews)
70.21%
29.79%
GreatGreat tourenjoyed
Viator
$12
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Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Summary

Welcome to Minneapolis, the home of Nerf Balls, the singer and songwriter Prince, and, yes, Zubaz pants. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll stroll along the Mississippi River. Along the way, you’ll hear about: • The history of the milling industry in Minneapolis • The massive Washburn A Mill ex...

Inclusions
  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Exclusions
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Food and drink
  • Transportation
Itinerary
  • Open Book
  • Guthrie Theater
  • Mill City Museum
  • Mill Ruins Park
  • Upper St. Anthony Lock and Dam
  • St. Anthony Falls
  • Nicollet Island
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Minneapolis Mill City Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Minneapolis Mill City Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

1.5 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (3 reviews)
100%
0%
great service
Viator
$10
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Minneapolis Mill City Self Guided Audio Walking Tour
Summary

Our tour will take you from Peavey Plaza, the city’s “living room”, through the bustling downtown to the riverfront, ending at the Mill City Museum, built right into the ruins of the world’s once-largest flour mill. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour plays as you walk and is hands free. It never...

Inclusions
  • Smartphone guided walking tour on our walking tour app
  • Go anytime, 24/7/365.
  • Hands free, location aware, plays as you walk
  • Explore the city's story at your own pace
  • Go at your own pace, anytime, the tour never expires.
Exclusions
  • No food or drink
  • No in person guide, it's all on our walking tour app
  • No admission, it's all outside
Itinerary
  • Peavey Plaza
  • Mill City Museum
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour

Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour

1 hrPrivate tour
4.14 (7 reviews)
66.67%
33.33%
AmazingSuper fun
Viator
$9
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Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour
Summary

Take a self-guided tour along the iconic Mississippi River with award-winning storyteller Frank Bures. From Nicollet Island to Gold Medal Park, delve into 12,000 years of vibrant river history. Cross the Hennepin Avenue Bridge, pass Stone Arch Bridge, and explore the Guthrie Theater. Along the way, ...

Inclusions
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Exclusions
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink
Itinerary
  • Grain Belt Brew House
  • First Bridge Park
  • St. Anthony Falls
  • Mill Ruins Park
  • Mill City Museum
  • Guthrie Theater
  • Gold Medal Park
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour

Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour

2 hrsPrivate tourEco-Friendly
5 (2 reviews)
100%
0%
Viator
$349
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Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
Summary

On your 2-hour fully narrated experience you’ll stroll along, and across, the Mississippi River in the footsteps of people like railroad tycoon James J Hill, once the richest man in Minnesota. He made his fortune as the river rushed through the heartland, tumbled down a magnificent waterfall, and po...

Inclusions
  • Professional tour company with over 10 years' experience
  • Local, knowledgeable, licensed Tour Guide
Itinerary
  • Guthrie Theater
  • Mill City Museum
  • Mill Ruins Park
  • St. Anthony Falls
  • Nicollet Island
  • Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Self-Guided Podcast Tour Minneapolis: Power on the Mississippi

Self-Guided Podcast Tour Minneapolis: Power on the Mississippi

2 hrsFree cancellation
0
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$7
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Self-Guided Podcast Tour Minneapolis: Power on the Mississippi
Summary

Step into Minneapolis's Mill District, where the wild currents of St. Anthony Falls turned raw Midwestern wheat into a global industrial empire. Explore grand stone ruins, massive rail arches, and world-record flour mills transformed into artist lofts, public parks, and cultural venues. - A 3.9 km ...

Inclusions
  • Verified facts woven into an engaging story
  • Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
  • Precise navigation between the stops
  • Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals
Itinerary
  • St. Anthony Falls
  • Stone Arch Bridge
  • Mill Ruins Park
  • Mill Ruins Park
  • Mill City Museum
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Minneapolis In Depth Walking Tour

Minneapolis In Depth Walking Tour

2 hrsEco-Friendly
0
Viator
$75
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Minneapolis In Depth Walking Tour
Summary

Discover the heart and soul of Minneapolis from the ground up on this walking experience. Designed for curious travelers and locals alike, this tour reveals the character, history, and evolution of one of the Midwest’s most dynamic cities. You’ll explore 7 distinct neighborhoods, each with its own ...

Inclusions
  • Professional tour company with over 15 years' experience
  • Local, knowledgeable, licensed Tour Guide
Itinerary
  • Guthrie Theater
  • Mill City Museum
  • Mill Ruins Park
  • St. Anthony Falls
  • Nicollet Island
  • Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis
  • First Avenue & 7th St Entry
  • Basilica of St. Mary
  • Minneapolis City Hall
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Minneapolis Self Guided Audio Walking Tour of Mill District

Minneapolis Self Guided Audio Walking Tour of Mill District

2.5 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
0
Viator
$10
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Minneapolis Self Guided Audio Walking Tour of Mill District
Summary

Walk along the historic Mississippi River where dramatic mill ruins meet the modern Minneapolis skyline on this self-guided audio tour. Using a GPS app, you will follow a walkable riverfront route as history comes alive. Experience Saint Anthony Falls and see how this working landscape built the cit...

Inclusions
  • Flexible Usage (unlimited access)
  • Audio Guide
  • App and Tour Download
Exclusions
  • Smartphone (bring your own)
Itinerary
  • Mill City Museum
  • Guthrie Theater
  • St. Anthony Falls
  • Mill Ruins Park
  • Gold Medal Park
  • Upper St. Anthony Lock and Dam
  • Boom Island Park
  • Nicollet Island
  • Father Hennepin Bluffs Park
  • Water Power Park
  • Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
  • Ard Godfrey House
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Works entirely offline once downloaded—no cell service required, GPS-triggered audio plays automatically based on your location, Flexible - Buy once, use any day/time—access never expires, Get the Drives & Detours app download the tour ahead of time
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Podcast Tour Decoding Minnesota Nice Unmasking Social Codes

Podcast Tour Decoding Minnesota Nice Unmasking Social Codes

1.7 hrsFree cancellation
0
Viator
$7
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Podcast Tour Decoding Minnesota Nice Unmasking Social Codes
Summary

Step into downtown Minneapolis to unpack 'Minnesota Nice.' From soaring glass skyways to quiet library halls and riverfront mill ruins, explore how Scandinavian Janteloven, Lutheran stoicism, and harsh winters shaped local etiquette, spatial behavior, and non-verbal communication. - A 3.3 km self-gu...

Inclusions
  • Verified facts woven into an engaging story
  • Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
  • Precise navigation between the stops
  • Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals
Itinerary
  • IDS Crystal Court
  • Nicollet Mall
  • Minneapolis Central Library
  • Mill City Museum
  • Mill Ruins Park
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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