Explore Historic Downtown St Paul Food & Culture Tour
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Discover the vibrant culinary scene of downtown St. Paul on the Historic Downtown St Paul Food Tour. As you walk through the city’s historic streets, you'll learn about its colorful past—including its lively gangster history—while sampling some of the best foods from diverse communities.
Begin your journey along the mighty Mississippi River and explore iconic sites like the Saint Paul Hotel overlooking Rice Park and the Landmark Center. Along the way, enjoy visits to local eateries with deep roots in the community, including a beloved spot that’s been family-owned since 1932.
You’ll also get to indulge in handcrafted chocolates from a top Twin Cities chocolatier, savor authentic Thai rice dishes, and taste a variety of savory African and Mediterranean cuisines. With its rich history and mouthwatering flavors, this tour offers a true taste of Minnesota’s second-largest city.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately 3 hours.
What languages are spoken during the tour?
The tour is conducted in English.
What is the group size?
Groups are limited to up to 15 people.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes, it’s suitable for adults of all ages, from 0 to 99. Infants and small children can ride in a stroller or pram.
Is the tour accessible?
Yes, it is wheelchair accessible.
What’s included in the tour?
A professional local guide, visits to historic sites like Rice Park and Landmark Center, a delicious lunch tasting, chocolates from a top chocolatier, and foods representing Minnesota’s multicultural communities—all taxes and fees included.
Non-refundable
All sales are final. No refunds are available for cancellations.
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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Professional local guide
- Visit to one of the Twin Cities' best chocolatiers with tasting of handcrafted chocolates
- Stroll through historic areas including Rice Park and Landmark Center
- Lunch featuring food tastings
- Samples from multicultural communities and the best water in the US for craft beer
- Small group tour with all taxes, fees, and handling charges included
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
A beloved public space in the heart of the city
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Stop 2
Dates from 1902
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Stop 3
Historic hotel and the top place to stay in town
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Stop 4
The Mighty Mississippi flows 2,350 miles, making it the world's 4th longest river system
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
Union Depot, outside the main front door on 4th St side (NOT Kellogg)
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Non-refundable
All sales are final. No refunds are available for cancellations.
- 0% refund if canceled at least 0 day(s) before
- Tour may be canceled if there are not enough travelers
Instant confirmation
Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $92.00 per person
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