Book your Saint Paul Gangster Tour from Downtown West, Minneapolis
Step aboard a comfortable two-hour bus tour that shows you why Saint Paul became a hub of 1930s prohibition-era bootlegging and crime, led by an informative, humorous guide who brings the era to life; this is the only tour that begins inside the historic Castle Royal Gangsters nightclub, preserved today as the iconic Wabasha Street Caves, giving you a unique entry point into St. Paul’s underworld history-please note the experience does not include the separate Historic Cave Tour, though you can opt for a package with priority seating, a photo op, and tickets to both the Historic Cave Tour and the Saint Paul Gangster Tour, and guests aged eight and up are welcome, making it an engaging option when you’re planning Events or bookings through Varoom in Downtown West, Minneapolis and exploring Minnesota attractions.
About this activity in Downtown West
Highlights
- Take a 2-hour air-conditioned bus journey that uncovers why Saint Paul was a hub for bootlegging and organized crime during the 1930s prohibition era.
- Begin your experience at the historic Castle Royal Gangsters nightclub, preserved today as the Wabasha Street Caves - the only tour that departs from this iconic site.
- Enjoy an informative, humorous guide who brings prohibition-era stories and local gangster lore to life for visitors of all ages (ages 8 and up).
- Ride comfortably with an onboard restroom and options for priority seating and a combined ticket package that adds a photo op and the separate Historic Cave Tour.
Important Information
- This 2-hour Saint Paul Gangster Tour runs by bus and is suitable for a wide range of travelers, including families and groups looking for entertaining history near Downtown West, Minneapolis.
- The tour itself does not include the Historic Cave Tour unless you purchase the combined package that also provides priority seating and a photo opportunity.
- You can bring infants in prams or strollers; service animals are permitted and the experience is accessible for all physical fitness levels.
- Public transportation options are available nearby, and you’ll ride in an air-conditioned vehicle with an onboard restroom for comfort.
Meeting Point
Includes
- Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle for comfort during your outing in Downtown West, Minneapolis - ideal for warm summer days or busy city streets.
- Join a 2-hour gangster tour by bus that guides you through notable streets and stories in the area - an easy, sit-back sightseeing experience for you.
- Restroom on board the bus so you can enjoy the full tour without detours or interruptions while exploring this neighborhood.
Other
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, making the experience family-friendly for those visiting the area.
- Service animals are allowed, ensuring accessibility and support for travelers who need them.
- Public transportation options are available nearby, so you can reach the meeting point in Downtown West or continue exploring the neighborhood afterward.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels - you can take part regardless of your activity experience while you explore this destination.
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