Summit Avenue has the longest-stretch of preserved Victorian homes in the United States. Admire the architecture of homes and mansions in this historic preservation district, and learn the fascinating history of some of its early residents, including railroad baron James. J. Hill. Please note we will not be entering any homes. Tour Activity Rating: 4 (Demanding - extensive walking/stairs/standing) Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle if you like.

Imagine a time when the Saintly city wasn’t always so saintly. Stroll through downtown and discuss the local impact of Prohibition, when Saint Paul was a hot spot for bootleggers and familiar landmarks took on a new life. Learn about Saint Paul’s beer history, and today’s boom in craft beer. Tour Activity Rating: 4 (Demanding - extensive walking/stairs/standing) Meet at the Science Museum of Minnesota Plaza at 120 W. Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul, MN 55102. See your Class Confirmation email for more information.

Discovery the West Side's Cherokee Park as you explore its land and history. Enjoy stunning views of the Mississippi River from several lookout points. Don't forget your binoculars for birdwatching along the way! Tour is approximately 2.8 miles with moderate hiking through woods with few places to sit. Good walking or hiking shoes and a water bottle recommended. Tour will begin at the corner of Chippewa Avenue and Curtice Street. *Tour Activity Rating: 4 (Extensive walking, stairs, standing)

Union Depot was the dream of railroad baron James J. Hill and a major construction project in Saint Paul's history. Hear how railroads literally shaped the city and the fiery past that led to the depot’s creation. Includes visits to some areas not open to the public. This tour will happen rain or shine. Tour Activity Rating: 3 (Extensive walking, stairs, and standing) Tour begins at the Saint Paul's Union Depot, 214 4th Street East (inside the front entrance )

Discover the stories, history, and vibrant culture of St. Paul’s West Side, the heart of Minnesota’s Latino community. This immersive experience focuses on The Flats and the Latino Cultural District, a neighborhood shaped by generations of Mexican Americans, and now home to the future Minnesota Latino Museum. Participants will learn directly from Latino community members and leaders, exploring the past, present, and future of this important neighborhood.Event Highlights: Tour begins at Neighborhood House in the Wellstone Center where participants will board the bus outside the center. Visit to local businesses in the community Sampling of Mexican cuisine included in tour fee Tour Activity Rating: 2 (Boarding the bus and walking short distances, some standing) Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle if you like.

Early Saint Paul was formed in Lowertown on the banks of the Mississippi. Hear about Lowertown’s evolution from whiskey stop to steam whistles to today’s hotspot (old Pig’s Eye would be amazed at the transformation!). Tour covers approximately 2 miles with limited places to sit. Tour Activity Rating: 4 (Demanding- extensive walking/stairs//standing) Tour begins from Saint Paul's Union Depot, 214 4th Street East (inside the front entrance of Union Depot on 4th Street/Light Rail stop side).

Early Saint Paul was formed in Lowertown on the banks of the Mississippi. Hear about Lowertown’s evolution from whiskey stop to steam whistles to today’s hotspot (old Pig’s Eye would be amazed at the transformation!). Tour covers approximately 2 miles with limited places to sit. Tour Activity Rating: 4 (Demanding- extensive walking/stairs//standing) Tour begins from Saint Paul's Union Depot, 214 4th Street East (inside the front entrance of Union Depot on 4th Street/Light Rail stop side).

Join us for a scenic, invigorating walk exploring stunning views of the Mississippi River from Saint Paul’s iconic High Bridge. Starting at the Big Green Chair in the historic neighborhood at the bridge’s base, we’ll ascend the 2,770-foot High Bridge and continue up Smith Avenue. Along the way, learn about local architecture, neighborhood history, and the West St. Paul border at Annapolis Street. Enjoy stops at Amore Coffee and other local spots before heading back downhill. This is a vigorous walk, with an uphill first half and a downhill return. Activity level rating: 4 Extensive walking, stairs, and standing. This is a vigorous walk, the first half of the walk is uphill, followed by a downhill return.

Beautiful Rice Park is older than New York City's Central Park - and it's surrounded by several haunted buildings! Hear thrilling tales of hauntings designed to give you a bit of a tingle, while also learning some interesting history of our capital city on an easy one mile stroll. Tour Activity Rating: 3 (Walking moderate distances with some steps and/or stairs and standing.

Join this Walking Tour to discover the surprising history of Saint Paul’s iconic Winter Carnival, the oldest winter festival in the world! Learn how it began, explore the incredible ice palace designs, hear the story of the High Bridge daredevil, the infamous 1966 parade float disaster, and more.