Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour in Minneapolis-Saint Paul booking from $8.99

Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour

Overview

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, discover tales of St. Anthony Falls, Guinness World Record paddling attempts, the Minneapolis Post Office, Spirit Island, and Nicollet Island's peculiar inhabitants.

Uncover the mystery of the Grain Belt Sign's revival, marvel at bull sharks' Mississippi swim, and learn about the 450-mile canoe race. Frank's near-death experience in the river adds a personal touch. This tour will leave you with an appreciation for the Mississippi's profound impact on those living along its shores.

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City: Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Thu 10 Apr

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What's Included

Lifetime access to this tour in English

VoiceMap app for Android and iOS

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Grain Belt Brew House

Pass by the Grain Belt Sign, a famous beer advertisement, and uncover the intriguing story of its rescue after two decades in darkness, showcasing the resilience of iconic landmarks.

First Bridge Park

At First Bridge Park, follow the river along the western bank, absorbing the natural beauty and historical significance of the area, with tales of resilient individuals shaping the river's narrative.

St. Anthony Falls

Experience the majesty of St. Anthony Falls and learn about its historical importance, including how it played a role in the lives of generations of Dakota children born at Spirit Island.

Mill Ruins Park

Explore Mill Ruins Park, uncovering the industrial history of the area, and relive the tales of the grueling 450-mile canoe race from Bemidji to Minneapolis.

Mill City Museum

Discover the Mill City Museum, a site steeped in industrial history, and learn about its vital role in shaping the narrative of the Mississippi River and the lives of those along its shores.

Guthrie Theater

Conclude your tour beside the Guthrie Theater, reflecting on the stories shared, and appreciating the artistic and cultural significance that the river has bestowed upon this landmark.

Gold Medal Park

End your walking tour with an exploration of Gold Medal Park, gaining a new appreciation for how the Mississippi has flowed through the people's lives along its shores.

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Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews (3)

maryeE6861XB

Dec 2024

Will tell my friends about this one. Super fun and interesting, and the directions were easy to follow. Highly recommended.

MplsArts

Aug 2024

We really appreciated the guides knowledge of Mississippi history. We’re from out of town, so it was great to get a an insiders look at the history of the river in Minneapolis. And glad he made it out alive!

ShivaNofS

Feb 2024

This tour was amazing. It was so fun to hear the history of canoe racing, and the Native connections to the river. The author's story about his own rescue was also moving. If you're at all interested in the Mississippi, this tour is a good one.

Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour

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