Summit Avenue Walking Tour
Every Wednesday and Saturday
Tours
There's no shortage of tours in this town—from history to architecture and breweries, you've got a lot to explore in Saint Paul.
No matter the day of the week, find a public tour to fit your interests. Learn more about Saint Paul's history, culture, gangster past, food and beer scene, amazing architecture and top attractions. Make plans to check out a tour during your Twin Cities vacation. Whether you're free for 30 minutes or three hours, you can broaden your Capital City horizons on one of our fantastic tours.
Note that tour availability is subject to change, please check with the tour website to confirm dates/times.
Upcoming Tours
Union Depot History Tour
Two Wednesdays per month
Heart of Saint Paul Walking Food Tour
The Tour Starts at the Front Entrance of Union Depot
214 4th Street East
Saint Paul, MN 55101 Downtown
Irvine Park Walking Tour
Alexander Ramsey House
265 S. Exchange St
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 259-3000
Twin Cities Metro Area
Every Thursday
Cathedral Hill Walking Food Tour
The Gnome Craft Pub
498 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(612) 750-9898
Cathedral Hill
Every Friday
Gorge Adventure with Paddle Bridge Kayak Tours
Every Saturday & Sunday, 10a-2p, through October 12
Guide to the Gilded Age Tour
Weekly Public Walking Tour - Saturday's at 10:30 AM from Summit Overlook Park
Gangsterland Downtown Tour
Most Saturdays at various start times
True Confessions Gangster Tour
Weekly Historic Walking Tour on Saturday afternoons from Celeste Hotel
Como Park Hidden Gems Tour
Weekly Public Walking Tour - Sundays 11 a.m. from Como Pavilion Entrance
Historic Brewery Tours
Every Sunday
Gangsterland On The Hill
Outside The Lexington Restaurant
1096 Grand Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55105
(651) 260-3703
Twin Cities Metro Area
Most Sundays - starting at The Lexington
Monday Tours
- Minnesota State Capitol Tour | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (every hour) March - June
- Historic Cave Tour at Wabasha Street Caves | 11 a.m. & 1 p.m.
- Monday Madness Padelford Sightseeing Cruise | 2:30 m. & 6 p.m. June - August
- Target Field Tours | 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Based on availability. Gameday tour times vary
Tuesday Tours
- Minnesota State Capitol Tour | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (every hour) March - June
- Historic Cave Tour at Wabasha Street Caves | 11 a.m.
- Cathedral of Saint Paul | 1 p.m.
- Union Depot Public Group Tours | every other Tuesday, 11 a.m.
- Padelford Daily Sightseeing Cruise | 12 m. & 2:30p.m. Late May - Early September
- Target Field Tours | 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Based on availability. Gameday tour times vary
Wednesday Tours
- Minnesota State Capitol | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (every hour) Mar-Jun
- Historic Cave Tour at Wabasha Street Caves | 11 a.m. & 1 p.m.
- Rice Park Walking Tour | 10 a.m. 1st Wed Jun-Aug
- Great River Tour | 10 a.m. 2nd Wed June-August
- Padelford Daily Sightseeing Cruise | 12 m. & 2:30 p.m. Late May - Early September
- Twin Cities Highlights Tour | 11:10 a.m. July & Aug
- Target Field Tours | 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Based on availability. Gameday tour times vary
Thursday Tours
- Minnesota State Capitol | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (every hour) Mar - June
- Historic Cave Tour at Wabasha Street Caves | 11 a.m. & 1 p.m.
- James J. Hill House Tour | 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (every half hour) Subject to availability
- Padelford Daily Sightseeing Cruise | 12 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. Late May - Early September
- Gangsters, Bootleggers, & Feds | 5:30-7:30 p.m. May-Sept
- Target Field Tours | 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Based on availability. Gameday tour times vary
Friday Tours
- Cathedral Hill Food Tour | 2-5 p.m. year-round
- Minnesota State Capitol | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (every hour) Mar-June
- Historic Cave Tour at Wabasha Street Caves | 11 a.m. & 1 p.m.
- James J. Hill House Tour | 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (every half hour) Subject to availability
- Padelford Daily Sightseeing Cruise | 12 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. Late May - Early September
- Downtown Saint Paul Helicopter Tours | 3-9 p.m. 2-3 passengers
- Friday Night Sightseeing Cruise | 7 p.m. June & July
- Twin Cities Highlights Tour | 11:10 a.m. Jun-Aug
- Target Field Tours | 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Based on availability. Gameday tour times vary
Saturday Tours
- Minnesota State Capitol | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (every hour) Mar - June
- Historic Cave Tour at Wabasha Street Caves | 11 a.m. & 1:30p.m.
- Summit Avenue Walking Tour | 11am & 2pm May-Sept
- Saint Paul Gangster Tour | Noon & 2:30 p.m.
- James J. Hill House Tour | 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (every half hour)
- Heart of St. Paul food tour | 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. April-October
- St. Paul Skyway Food Tour | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov-March
- True Confessions Gangster Tour |1-2:30 p.m.
- Walking Gangster Tour of Downtown St. Paul | 1-2:30 p.m.
- Saint Paul Brewing Tour |1 p.m., 2 p.m. or 3 p.m. Most Saturdays. Reservations required
- Summit Brewery Tour | 2 p.m.
- Padelford Daily Sightseeing Cruise | 12 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. Late May - Early September
- Downtown Saint Paul Helicopter Tours | 3-9 p.m. 2-3 passengers
- Gangsters, Bootleggers, & Feds | 3:30-5:30 p.m. May-Sept
- Twin Cities Highlights Tour | 11:10 a.m. May-Oct
- Target Field Tours | 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Based on availability. Gameday tour times vary
Sunday Tours
- Historic Cave Tour at Wabasha Street Caves | 11 a.m.
- Landmark Center Tour | 12 p.m.
- James J. Hill House Tour | 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (every half hour) Subject to availability
- St. Peter St. Paul Walking Tour | 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Summit Avenue Walking Tour | 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. May-Sept
- True Confessions Gangster Tour | 1-2:30 p.m.
- Walking Gangster Tour of Downtown St. Paul | 1-2:30 p.m.
- F. Scott Fitzgerald Walking Tour | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Assorted Sundays throughout the Spring, Summer & Fall
- Lost Souls Cave Tour | 12:30 p.m. Last Sunday of the month
- Padelford Daily Sightseeing Cruise | 12 p.m. & 2:30 p.m. Late May - Early September
- Target Field Tours | 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Based on availability. Gamedays may impact tour availability
All Tours
State Capitol Historic Site
Upcoming Events
July 16
Summit Avenue Walking Tour
St. Paul's Summit Avenue is the longest stretch of Victorian mansions remaining in the country. Join our knowledgeable guides on… Learn More
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July 16
Union Depot History Tour
CynCity takes you on a free public tour of Saint Paul's Union Depot, two Wednesdays each month! Interesting history of… Learn More
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July 17
Heart of Saint Paul Walking Food Tour
Explore the best of St Paul food in the heart of downtown. You’ll learn about the Capital City's robust food… Learn More
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July 17
Irvine Park Walking Tour
The Irvine Park District was one of St. Paul's first residential neighborhoods. Walk with our knowledgeable guides on a tour… Learn More
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July 18
Cathedral Hill Walking Food Tour
Enjoy our new food tour in St Paul’s heritage neighborhood. Dominating the skyline, the majestic Cathedral of Saint Paul stands… Learn More
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July 19
Gorge Adventure with Paddle Bridge Kayak Tours
A 4-hour tour on the Mississippi’s only gorge, this route traverses the stretch of river between Minneapolis and Saint Paul… Learn More
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July 19
Guide to the Gilded Age Tour
Explore the vast homes and singular landscapes on Summit Avenue and the Hill District’s southern edge. Learn about the social… Learn More
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July 19
Gangsterland Downtown Tour
Take a an easy stroll along the same downtown Saint Paul streets frequented by infamous gangsters of the 1930’s! Learn… Learn More
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July 19
True Confessions Gangster Tour
Sr. Celeste has been in Heaven for nearly a century but returns to tell the tales that both enlighten and… Learn More
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July 20
Como Park Hidden Gems Tour
Como Park famously features distinct gardens, ponds, plazas, and a world class pavilion. It also quietly features countless memorials and… Learn More
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July 20
Historic Brewery Tours
Saint Paul Brewing is situated within the form Keg Wash House, Carpentry Shop, and Horse Stables of the original Hamm's… Learn More
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July 20
Gangsterland On The Hill
Exciting stories about public enemies who wreaked havoc in the Grand Avenue neighborhood! John Dillinger's escape, the last kidnapping by… Learn More
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