Minneapolis Tales Bar Crawl: Twin Cities Hidden Bars & Stories

4.8
(21 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Experience Minneapolis' most captivating historical bar crawl, where exceptional drinks meet unforgettable stories. This 3-hour journey through trendy neighborhoods blends drinking, history, and social connection like locals do.

Discover how Minneapolis transformed from frontier outpost to craft beverage haven. Connect with passionate bartenders at hand-picked venues, sample distinctive local drinks, and hear remarkable stories that shaped our city.

Why choose a historical bar crawl here? Minneapolis offers world-class craft drinking and fascinating history. From rebellious lumberjacks to modern cocktail innovators, this city celebrates community and storytelling.

Perfect for travelers seeking authentic culture beyond tourist spots. Share stories with fellow participants, meet bartenders who keep the city's spirit alive, and discover hidden gems locals love.

What's Included

Interactive Minneapolis History Experience - French colonial time, Dakota heritage, industrial tales
Learn about Minneapolis' hand-crafting brewing tradition from lumberjack days to modern distilleries
Guaranteed Entry to 4 Signature Minneapolis Bars - access that even locals struggle to get,
Behind-the-Scenes Bar Tours - Meet bartenders as they are available and learn venue stories
Expert Minneapolis Bar Historian Guide - local storyteller with deep city knowledge
Warehouse District Transformation Tour - From dive bars to luxury condos
Your first drink is on us - kickstart the tour on the right note before we depart on foot.
Drinks beyond the first inclusion as stated

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your tour starts at our headquarters: Kickernick Building, located at 430 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis MN 55401.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Start your exploration of the Mill City where the mighty Mississippi River powered America's industrial heartland and shaped a dynamic urban landscape

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    The only wine bar in the Twin Cities where they actually produce wines on site. NOTE: Bars listed are indicative of the types of venues visited. The bar itinerary changes daily and the listed bars are intended to give a sense of the style of bars we visit.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    New York-style cocktail bar whose drinks are as good as it is difficult to find. NOTE: Bars listed are indicative of the types of venues visited. The bar itinerary changes daily and the listed bars are intended to give a sense of the style of bars we visit.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Live, avant garde jazz music and great cocktails - called out in the New York times' "36 hours in Minneapolis" piece NOTE: Bars listed are indicative of the types of venues visited. The bar itinerary changes daily and the listed bars are intended to give a sense of the style of bars we visit.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Scandinavian-influenced bar with a great whisky selection a a smell of bacon in the air. NOTE: Bars listed are indicative of the types of venues visited. The bar itinerary changes daily and the listed bars are intended to give a sense of the style of bars we visit.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Mississippi River - pass by the stone arch bridge on the Mississippi River while learning about the city's milling history that earned it the "Mill City" nickname.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Hands-down one of the best patios in Minneapolis. NOTE: Bars listed are indicative of the types of venues visited. The bar itinerary changes daily and the listed bars are intended to give a sense of the style of bars we visit.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Hear about the historic Mill District, where towering grain elevators and cobblestone streets tell the story of America's flour milling capital

    Admission ticket free
  • 6

    A fancy, high class bar with surprisingly affordable spirits selection and a best-in-class bar staff. NOTE: Bars listed are indicative of the types of venues visited. The bar itinerary changes daily and the listed bars are intended to give a sense of the style of bars we visit.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Home of great drinks and Minneapolis' "old money" NOTE: Bars listed are indicative of the types of venues visited. The bar itinerary changes daily and the listed bars are intended to give a sense of the style of bars we visit.

    25 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Our token brewery on the tour, this bar's owners are often working and will even occasionally give us a behind-the-scenes tour. NOTE: Bars listed are indicative of the types of venues visited. The bar itinerary changes daily and the listed bars are intended to give a sense of the style of bars we visit.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by One Minute Tours

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Tags

Half-day Tours
Beer & Brewery Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Spring Break
DSA non-compliant

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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