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Gem Lake

Gem Lake, MN , USA

Gem Lake

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Gem Lake

Welcome to Gem Lake, MN—a delightful hidden gem! Nestled just outside the Twin Cities, this charming lakeside retreat boasts stunning views, lovely parks, and vibrant community spirit. Whether you're kayaking, fishing, or enjoying a scenic picnic, Gem Lake is perfect for outdoor fun and relaxation. Don't forget your camera; the sunsets here are simply enchanting! 🌅✨

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Landmark4.6/5

Gem Lake Hills Golf Course

Nestled in picturesque White Bear Lake, Gem Lake Hills Golf Course offers a stunning blend of scenic views and challenging play, making it a must-visit for golf enthusiasts seeking a memorable experience on the greens.

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City of Gem Lake

Nestled amidst serene lakes and lush greenery, the City of Gem Lake offers charming trails, stunning views, and a tight-knit community ambiance, making it a perfect escape for nature lovers and peace seekers alike.

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HERITAGE HALL

Nestled in the scenic surroundings of White Bear Lake, Heritage Hall offers a charming blend of historical architecture and community spirit, making it an iconic venue for events and a must-visit for locals and tourists alike.

Eat$$$4.4/5

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Stays

Stay4.5/5

Best Western Plus White Bear Country Inn

Nestled in the charming White Bear Lake, the Best Western Plus White Bear Country Inn is your cozy retreat! Dive into delightful amenities like the inviting indoor pool, complimentary breakfast, and sleek rooms that feel like home. Perfectly located for outdoor adventures and quirky local shops, it's a fun-filled base for your next Minnesota escapade!

Stay3.5/5

Residence Inn by Marriott St. Paul Woodbury

Experience the charm of Residence Inn by Marriott St. Paul Woodbury, where modern comforts meet a welcoming atmosphere, making it the perfect home away from home for both business and leisure travelers.

Stay3.35/5

AmericInn by Wyndham White Bear Lake St. Paul

Experience Midwestern hospitality at AmericInn by Wyndham White Bear Lake St. Paul, where cozy accommodations and a welcoming atmosphere make it the perfect retreat for relaxation and adventure near stunning natural scenery.

Stay4.4/5

Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites St. Paul Northeast

Experience modern comfort and hospitality at Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites St. Paul Northeast, where stylish accommodations and convenient amenities create the perfect getaway for business and leisure travelers alike in Vadnais Heights.

Stay4.3/5

Holiday Inn Express & Suites St. Paul NE (Vadnais Heights) by IHG

Experience modern comfort at Holiday Inn Express & Suites St. Paul NE, located in Vadnais Heights, where convenient amenities and a welcoming atmosphere make it an ideal choice for both business and leisure travelers.

Things To Do
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5/5

Minneapolis Mill City Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Our tour will take you from Peavey Plaza, the city’s “living room”, through the bustling downtown to the riverfront, ending at the Mill City Museum, built right into the ruins of the world’s once-largest flour mill. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour plays as you walk and is hands free. It never expires! This is perfect for those looking for a private experience, flexibility and at an affordable price point.

$9.75
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5/5
2 h

Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour

On your 2-hour fully narrated experience you’ll stroll along, and across, the Mississippi River in the footsteps of people like railroad tycoon James J Hill, once the richest man in Minnesota. He made his fortune as the river rushed through the heartland, tumbled down a magnificent waterfall, and powered dozens of mills as a rapidly thriving community grew up around it. Your tour guide will delight you with stories of epic rivalries, world domination, quiet hidden corners, boom town brothels, and European explorers as you traverse 350 years of recorded history. Once the flour-milling capital of the world, modern-day Minneapolis thrives on its founding principles of hard work, innovation, and ingenuity. See how historic structures are repurposed for modern use, while retaining the charm and flair of past golden ages. This is the Minneapolis we bring you back to: the Minneapolis of sawdust, extreme wealth, immigrants, brewers, and nature. This is the best sightseeing experience in town!

$349.00
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4.7/5
2 h

A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Around Downtown Minneapolis

Let’s Roam takes the crown as the top app-led Adventure Hunt company! Wander through city streets, uncovering the finest landmarks and secret gems while tackling trivia and mastering challenges. Whether you're collaborating with your crew or engaging in friendly competition, you’ll absorb fascinating facts and forge unforgettable memories. Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts are perfect for everyday escapades or special occasions like bachelorette parties, birthdays, corporate team-building events, and beyond! Each participant selects an interactive role, with unique challenges tailored to every adventurer. Join the fun and embark on your next epic adventure with Let’s Roam!

$12.31
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4.6/5
3 h

Minneapolis Riverwalk Food Tour

Hungry for an off the beaten path Minneapolis food experience? Join us as we explore a pair of the city's trendy and historical neighborhoods, the Mill District and St Anthony Main in Northeast Minneapolis. We'll take you through the founding and growth of the "City of Flour and Sawdust" while following in the footsteps of immigrants who came to work the mills. You'll enjoy sampling food at the first Thai restaurant in Minnesota, authentic Italian pizza, home-made ice cream, divine baked goods, and the best matcha you'll ever drink. In addition to sampling food, we will also stroll by the local Farmers Market, Mill City Museum and Guthrie Theater. You'll enjoy gorgeous views of St Anthony Falls as we walk along the Stone Arch Bridge into historical St Anthony Main. Learn about the history of both neighborhoods while touring the oldest street in Minneapolis. Get to know your fellow food-loving guests while gaining an appreciation for distinct neighborhoods that most tourists never see!

$92.00
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4.2/5

Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Welcome to Minneapolis, the home of Nerf Balls, the singer and songwriter Prince, and, yes, Zubaz pants. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll stroll along the Mississippi River. Along the way, you’ll hear about: • The history of the milling industry in Minneapolis • The massive Washburn A Mill explosion of 1878 • The 35W Bridge collapse of 2007 • The secret history of "Funkytown" • An ugly mansion with 86 TVs • Cougar attacks • The untimely death of Tiny Tim • The hiring of a hitman in St. Paul • ”Untalented but adventurous” German artists, to quote the author Jonathan Raban • How long it takes a single drop of water to travel down the Mississippi – and how long it takes a person to make the same journey This walking tour can be enjoyed on location or even virtually at home with VoiceMap's Continuous Play function which disables the GPS playback. PHOTO CREDITS: Meet Minneapolis

$11.99
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4.1/5

Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour

Take a self-guided tour along the iconic Mississippi River with award-winning storyteller Frank Bures. From Nicollet Island to Gold Medal Park, delve into 12,000 years of vibrant river history. Cross the Hennepin Avenue Bridge, pass Stone Arch Bridge, and explore the Guthrie Theater. Along the way, discover tales of St. Anthony Falls, Guinness World Record paddling attempts, the Minneapolis Post Office, Spirit Island, and Nicollet Island's peculiar inhabitants. Uncover the mystery of the Grain Belt Sign's revival, marvel at bull sharks' Mississippi swim, and learn about the 450-mile canoe race. Frank's near-death experience in the river adds a personal touch. This tour will leave you with an appreciation for the Mississippi's profound impact on those living along its shores. Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too. Once you have booked, you will receive instructions and a unique code to download the tour.

$8.99
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Minneapolis Self Guided Audio Walking Tour of Mill District

Walk along the historic Mississippi River where dramatic mill ruins meet the modern Minneapolis skyline on this self-guided audio tour. Using a GPS app, you will follow a walkable riverfront route as history comes alive. Experience Saint Anthony Falls and see how this working landscape built the city. You’ll pass iconic landmarks including the Stone Arch Bridge, the Guthrie Theater, Mill Ruins Park, and the Mill City Museum. Along the way, explore how Minneapolis became the flour-milling capital of the world and uncover the dramatic story of the 1878 Washburn A Mill explosion. Explore at your own pace—pause for photos, grab a drink, or linger at viewpoints. The audio resumes whenever you’re ready, so you can move freely without keeping up with a group. This is a self-guided experience with no in-person guide. Download the tour in advance to use it anytime. It works offline and follows your location along the route.

$9.99
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5/5
2 h 30 mins

Minneapolis Local Bar Tour with Tastings

Learn about the unique character and history of Minneapolis and its neighborhoods with local expert guides while enjoying hand selected drinks that define our city and its people. Share stories with your guide and fellow tour members as we walk the streets of Minneapolis between our bars. Chat with the knowledgeable bartenders and staff that help us get through those long winter months, and heartbreaking sports teams

$109.99
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5/5
2 h

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

For 2 hours, take a private, guided stroll along charming and historic Summit Ave. in St. Paul, Minnesota, past stately homes built during the Gilded Age that are nearly perfectly preserved today. You'll hear stories about the barons and tycoons who built these homes and how their houses have survived 120 or more years of change. You'll also wind through a former back alley now transformed into a charming city street that features modern residences in historic structures. Residential architecture buffs will spot nearly every type of home style popular during the Victorian era - Queen Anne, Italianate, Georgian Revival, Neo-classical, Romanesque, Beaux Arts, Tudor and more. Love grand, old homes that are pristinely preserved as active residences? Enjoy meandering outdoor sidewalks among trees, parks, fine landscapes and beautiful buildings? This tour is for you. "Informative & fun! A walking Wikipedia." David S., FL USA "5 stars! Personable...knowledgeable." Thalia S., GA USA

$195.00
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5/5

Ghost Walking Tour in Stillwater

We spark your imagination on this Stillwater city tour with real ghost stories, paranormal experiences, recent investigations, Native American legends, and much more! We do ongoing research to make sure we can tell you something you’ve never heard. Meet the ghosts of Minnesota on this Stillwater tour. This is an outdoor walking tour, so please check the weather before coming. Please wear walking shoes and dress appropriately for walking around outside. The tour runs in cold temperatures and light rain.

$33.00
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5/5
4 h

Colombo City Rides

Sri Lanka is a breathtaking island, and its vibrant capital, Colombo, is a true reflection of its beauty. This dynamic city is home to people of various faiths, with Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam being the three major religions. For tourists exploring Sri Lanka, Colombo offers an array of attractions. Ancient Buddhist temples with centuries of history, colorful Hindu kovils, and majestic Muslim mosques contribute to the city’s rich cultural heritage. Colombo is also home to the country’s largest domestic wholesale market, making it a hub of trade and commerce. The city’s architectural charm is further enhanced by colonial-era buildings constructed during British and Dutch rule. Additionally, Colombo is a great place to purchase Sri Lanka’s most valuable exports—copper, tea, and precious gemstones—at affordable prices. Known as the "Pearl of Asia," Sri Lanka welcomes visitors with countless fascinating sites in Colombo. To truly appreciate your journey

$19.00
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5/5
2 h

Spirits of Summit Avenue Walking Tour

A study in Gilded Age opulence and Victorian era ghost stories, by 1890, 40 millionaires were living on Summit Avenue in St. Paul and some of them never left. Join us for this exclusive haunted history tour on Summit Avenue. Dare to uncover the secrets and mysteries that lurk in the shadows of this historically haunted street. This is not your average walking tour - this encounter with the paranormal might just leave you questioning what lies beyond the mortal realm. We are St. Paul's original ghost tour with original research and haunted history ghost stories you won't get anywhere else!

$34.99
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5/5
2 h

"Crooked" St. Paul Gangsters Private Riding Tour (2 hrs)

We'll connect at a location and hour convenient for you and step back in time during this private, 2-hour riding tour. You'll hear how St. Paul, Minnesota became a haven for the nation's most notorious gangsters, including John Dillinger, during the first decades of the 20th Century, and the impact of that legacy on life today in the "Saintly City. " How could bank robbers and bootleggers run their crimes while "hiding in plain sight"? This private riding tour will show the homes, nightclubs, hangouts - and even the courthouse - where these professional thugs lived, planned, played and were prosecuted. We'll also see other St. Paul highlights, including Summit Ave, cathedral and Capitol. Private transportation is a professionally chauffeured "town car" sedan or Cadillac Escalade SUV. Want to entertain locals or out-of-towners? Old enough to remember those lurid headlines or young enough to be amazed? Ready for a new twist on a town you thought you knew? This tour is for you.

$480.00
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5/5
2 h

Private Minneapolis Riverfront Ramble: A Journey of Discovery

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Discover the charm of Minneapolis with the “Minneapolis Riverfront Ramble: A Journey of Discovery and Beauty” walking tour. Begin at Mill Ruins Park, a beautiful blend of historic ruins and lush greenery, reflecting the city’s milling heritage. Cross the Stone Arch Bridge for breathtaking views of St. Anthony Falls, a symbol of Minneapolis’ connection with the Mississippi River. Explore the St. Anthony Falls Laboratory from the outside, a center for innovative water research. Stroll through Water Power Park, where the power of the river is showcased through scenic views and educational exhibits. Conclude at the serene St. Anthony Lock and Dam Upper Pool, offering unique perspectives of the city’s waterways.

$435.01
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5/5
2 h

Charming Stillwater, MN, Tour with Private Transportation

Our private riding tour begins on the outskirts of historic Stillwater, MN and winds among the steep river bluffs of an 1800s village filled with the grand Gilded Age homes built by past lumber barons and luminaries. You'll see exquisitely restored Queen Anne mansions as well as other styles of architecture, and hear about the colorful owners of these homes. Our history-filled adventure will explain why Stillwater is known as the "Birthplace of Minnesota, " and also brings-to-life the rollicking world of lumberjacks who flocked to the pristine St. Croix River area in the 1800s. Our tour concludes with a walk down Stillwater's quaint Main Street of shops and restaurants, plus a visit to a famous candy store for treats (purchased on own). Private transportation is a professionally chauffeured "town car" sedan or Cadillac Escalade SUV NOTE: - Private transportation to and from the Twin Cities metro area is available. Please inquire. - Tour does not include home or building interiors.

$480.00
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5/5
1 h

Minneapolis Saint Paul Pedicab Tour

Explore the vibrant cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul with a personalized tour designed for groups of any size. This tour showcases stunning lakes and rich history, ensuring you enjoy a memorable experience whether you're a family or a visitor. Discover the unique charm of each city at your own pace while soaking in the sights and sounds. Tailored to your interests, this tour offers flexibility and personal touch, making it an ideal choice for those looking to truly connect with the Twin Cities. - Personalized tours available for groups of all sizes - Visit beautiful lakes and historical landmarks - Perfect for families and visitors seeking a local experience - Enjoy a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests Call 612 338 1128 or visit twintownpedicabs.com if you need more!

$80.00
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5/5
1 h 15 mins

Cathedral of St. Paul Official Multilingual Tour

Explore the architectural beauty and rich history of the Cathedral of Saint Paul at your own pace. This self-guided audio tour allows you to uncover 24 intriguing stops, showcasing the cathedral's stunning dome, intricate mosaics, and significant immigrant history. Walk in the footsteps of Archbishop John Ireland and architect Emmanuel Masqueray while appreciating the spiritual significance of this Gothic masterpiece. With wheelchair access and mobile or tablet options available, this tour provides a flexible, engaging experience for all visitors. - Self-guided tour with audio narration available on mobile or tablet - Discover 24 stops highlighting architecture, history, and spirituality - Wheelchair accessible for all guests - Flexible timing to explore at your own pace

$10.00
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5/5
2 h

Saint Paul City Tour 2 Hour Sightseeing Experience

Discover the vibrant history and scenic beauty of Saint Paul on this two-hour sightseeing tour. Travel in luxurious comfort while an expert guide shares captivating stories and highlights the city’s iconic landmarks, including a stop at the Smith Avenue Bridge Overlook for stunning views of the Mississippi River. Marvel at the Minnesota State Capitol and the charming Victorian homes along Summit Avenue. This tour is perfect for both visitors and locals looking to explore the best of Saint Paul in an enjoyable and informative way. - 2-hour guided city tour with a knowledgeable local expert - Comfortable deluxe transportation from Mall of America - Visit iconic sites like the Minnesota State Capitol and Smith Avenue Bridge Overlook - Suitable for all ages with family-friendly pricing options

$49.00
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5/5
2 h 15 mins

Saint Paul Signature Tour

Great food tells a story, and so does Saint Paul. On this guided walking tour through West 7th and Downtown, you’ll visit local food stops while hearing tales of gangsters, ghosts, city history, and the characters who helped shape Minnesota’s capital. It’s part food tour, part storytelling experience, and one of the best ways to discover the city whether you’re a local or a visitor!

$97.22
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5/5
2 h

Minneapolis Hop On Hop Off Tour

Discover Minneapolis your way on the city’s only Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing tour aboard a one-of-a-kind open-air bus. This guided experience lets you explore the city’s must-see attractions while enjoying fresh air, great views, and the lively energy of Minneapolis all around you. Designed for those short on time but big on seeing. Maximize your time with 4 targeted stops where you’ll have time to hop off the bus, walk around, take photos, and dive into the history and culture of each location before hopping back on with your friendly driver-guide. This unique hop-on hop-off tour is the only local experience that includes hop-off opportunities at the city’s top attractions. Perfect for first-time visitors and locals alike, this small group tour offers a relaxed, engaging way to experience the city in motion. In Jun, Jul, Aug use your open-air bus; in May and Sep use your enclosed coach bus. (The enclosed bus may be used in the event of unfavorable weather during summer months.)

$55.00
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