Saint Paul Walking Tours

Tours operate June through August, begin at 10 am and run approximately one hour. Tours are free, but space is limited. Reservations are required.

Rice Park Tour
1st Wednesdays
6/5, 7/3, 8/7

Stroll through one of St. Paul’s oldest public parks: Rice Park, located in the heart of the cultural district in downtown. Flanked by architectural and cultural giants: Landmark Center, the Saint Paul Hotel, the Central Library, and the Ordway, this park is beloved as an oasis of green space, beautiful landscaping, and as a site of public art.

Great River Tour
2nd Wednesdays
6/12, 7/10, 8/14

FULL

Learn about Saint Paul’s start and its relationship with the Mississippi River. On this tour you will learn great information while observing the beautiful view of the river and its surrounding areas.

Heart of the City
3rd Wednesdays
(*June & August dates only)

FULL

Enjoy some of St. Paul’s most historic landmarks on this tour that takes you into the heart of the city. The tour covers popular spots like Mickey’s Diner, Candyland, the Hamm Building and more! The tour departs from Landmark Center’s North Lobby, inside the 6th Street entrance.

It Happened Here First
4th Wednesdays

6/26, 7/24, 8/28

FULL

Stand where Saint Paul began and walk through its origin tales and historic
towers into its anticipated future. Downtown shaped the state of Minnesota
through its booming population, architecture, and businesses. Learn of Saint
Paul’s first murder, first mystery, and many stories of the first settlers.



Virtual Tours

Can’t make it to our walking tours in person? Check out the virtual tours below!