

Things to do in Minneapolis-Saint Paul
The Twin Cities cover Mississippi mill district history, chain of lakes bike and paddle tours, Mall of America trips, brewery crawls in Northeast and winter ice experiences. Seasonal swing is extreme, so honest weather guidance matters.
Quick answer
What are the best things to do in Minneapolis-Saint Paul?
Outty ranks 115 bookable experiences in Minneapolis-Saint Paul, United States. The highest scoring is The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at the Mall of America at 91 out of 100, followed by Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley, Minneapolis Skyway Walking Tour, St. Paul Historic Cave Tour. Prices start at $7 per person and 1 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. June to September, with winter activities from December to February.
- Ranked experiences
- 115
- In the 90+ Club
- 1
- From
- $7 per person
- Bookable today
- 115
Top tour operators in Minneapolis-Saint Paul
The companies behind the experiences, ranked by how much of Minneapolis-Saint Paul they cover.
taxiGo.online - Booking Transfer & Taxi
1964 experiences across 302 cities
VoiceMap Audio Tours
703 experiences across 222 cities
Let's Roam
373 experiences across 156 cities
Alley Kat Adventures
343 experiences across 203 cities
Opatrip.com US LLC – Local Tours in USA
302 experiences across 66 cities
RHOMTRIP
274 experiences across 71 cities
Zombie Scavengers Hunts
260 experiences across 149 cities
Secret Food Tours
207 experiences across 112 cities
Most Popular in Minneapolis-Saint Paul
The experiences travelers book most right now.


Minneapolis Skyway Walking Tour

Minneapolis Hop On Hop Off Tour

Historic Downtown St Paul Food Tour

Minneapolis Riverwalk Food Tour

Outdoor Escape Room in Minneapolis - Downtown East
Most Highly Reviewed in Minneapolis-Saint Paul
Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.
Last Minute in Minneapolis-Saint Paul
Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at the Mall of America

Minneapolis Skyway Walking Tour

Minneapolis Past and Present Walking Tour

St Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour

Minneapolis Local Food Tour

Minneapolis & St. Paul Highlights Private Riding & Walking Tour (3 hrs)
Family Friendly in Minneapolis-Saint Paul
Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

Sunday Dinner Show Cruise on Lake Minnetonka

Public Fall Colors Cruise on Lake Minnetonka

Monday Night Burrito Bowl Cruise on Lake Minnetonka

Sunday Fun Cruise on Lake Minnetonka

Unique Zombie Survival Scavenger Hunt in Minneapolis

Lost Souls Tour
Food & Drink in Minneapolis-Saint Paul
Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at the Mall of America

Minneapolis Local Food Tour

#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour

Minneapolis Local Bar Tour with Tastings

Historic Downtown St Paul Food Tour

Minneapolis Riverwalk Food Tour
Culture & History in Minneapolis-Saint Paul
Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

Minneapolis Skyway Walking Tour

Minneapolis Past and Present Walking Tour

St Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour

Minneapolis Local Food Tour

Minneapolis & St. Paul Highlights Private Riding & Walking Tour (3 hrs)
Outdoors in Minneapolis-Saint Paul
Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

St Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour

Minnehaha Falls: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Minneapolis

Historic Downtown St Paul Food Tour

Minneapolis Walking Art Tour - Heart of Downtown

Walking St. Paul Summit Ave. Victorian Homes Private Tour (2 hrs)

Minnesota’s Storied City: A Self-Guided Tour of Downtown St. Paul
Nightlife in Minneapolis-Saint Paul
After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

Minneapolis Skyway Walking Tour

St. Paul Historic Cave Tour

St Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour

#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour

Minneapolis Local Bar Tour with Tastings

Minnehaha Falls: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Minneapolis
Highest rated in Minneapolis-Saint Paul
The top of the Outty Ranking across 115 local experiences
- 1The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at the Mall of America1.3h • from $4791.3
- 2Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley1.3h • from $4980.0
- 3Minneapolis Skyway Walking Tour2.3h • from $7979.7
- 4St. Paul Historic Cave Tour1h • from $2079.0
- 5Minneapolis Past and Present Walking Tour2h • from $6577.3
- 6St Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour1h • from $2674.9
- 7Minneapolis Local Food Tour2h • from $9073.4
- 8Minneapolis & St. Paul Highlights Private Riding & Walking Tour (3 hrs)3h • from $58570.9
- 9#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour1h • from $4970.1
- 10Minneapolis Local Bar Tour with Tastings2.5h • from $11068.0
- 11Minneapolis Titanic: An Immersive Voyage Entry Ticket1.5h • from $2567.5
- 12Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour1h • from $1266.8
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What are the top 15 things to do in Minneapolis-Saint Paul?
Our ranked guide lists the 15 best experiences in Minneapolis-Saint Paul with prices, time needed and quick picks for families, rainy days and last-minute plans. Read the answer
Planning questions about Minneapolis-Saint Paul
- What are the best things to do in Minneapolis-Saint Paul?
- The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at the Mall of America is the highest ranked experience in Minneapolis-Saint Paul, scoring 91 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 364 traveler reviews. Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley, Minneapolis Skyway Walking Tour, St. Paul Historic Cave Tour, Minneapolis Past and Present Walking Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 115 bookable experiences in Minneapolis-Saint Paul, United States, and 1 of them score 90 or above.
- How much do activities in Minneapolis-Saint Paul cost?
- The median price across everything we rank in Minneapolis-Saint Paul is $55 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $7 on Podcast Tour Minneapolis The Architecture of Grief and Power. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
- Can I book something in Minneapolis-Saint Paul for today?
- Yes. 115 of the top 115 experiences we rank in Minneapolis-Saint Paul currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
- Is Minneapolis-Saint Paul good for families?
- Yes. 14 of the experiences we rank in Minneapolis-Saint Paul are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
- How many days do you need in Minneapolis-Saint Paul?
- Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
- When is the best time to visit Minneapolis-Saint Paul?
- June to September, with winter activities from December to February. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
- Can I cancel a booking in Minneapolis-Saint Paul?
- 86 of the 115 experiences we rank in Minneapolis-Saint Paul offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
- How does the Outty Ranking work?
- Every experience in Minneapolis-Saint Paul gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Minneapolis-Saint Paul so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.