Charming Stillwater, MN, Tour with Private Transportation
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Private tour
Highlights
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.
Inclusions
What's included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Guided tour
What's not
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Meet me (your guide) and our professional driver with private sedan here in the parking lot of Culver's restaurant. Your personal vehicle will remain here during the 2-hour tour. At the conclusion of the tour, our private sedan will return you to retrieve your vehicle.
This 2-hour tour of Stillwater occurs in two parts - first riding, then walking. The riding tour includes views of beautiful Victorian mansions that are preserved as family homes for today and stunning views of the St. Croix River valley. The walking portion of the tour includes a quick overview of Main Street shopping, plus a stop at Candyland, the local's favorite candy store for popcorn or sweets (purchased on own).
We'll see many celebrated churches in Stillwater, including the tallest spire in the region here.
A view of the famous Courthouse is the backdrop for stories about how Stillwater became the "Birthplace of Minnesota."
Stillwater's legacy includes a major contribution to the early days of the American Civil War. We'll discuss how this came to be and why war memorials became so important through the years.
This historic church has been an active part of Stillwater's history for decades.
The opulent Rivertown Inn was the first B&B in Stillwater and continues its role today as a popular accommodation destination. It occupies a beautifully restored Victorian mansion.
A quick drive by of city hall and the library in the civic center of Stillwater shows how this old village functions today as a modern town.
A quick drive by of city hall and the library in the civic center of Stillwater shows how this old village functions today as a modern town.
This imposing, beautiful mansion was the home of one of Stillwater's early entrepreneurs and success stories...until a tragic ending changed its course. The story will be explained as we view different buildings that were part of the original homestead.
An historic hotel and restaurant greets us as our drive winds down from the river bluffs and into downtown Stillwater.
A popular city park designed exclusively for young children greets us as our drive winds down from the river bluffs and into downtown Stillwater.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet me (your guide) & our professional driver with private sedan in the parking lot of Culver's restaurant, 1725 Market Dr., Stillwater, MN 55082. Your vehicle will remain in the parking lot during the 2-hour tour. At the tour conclusion, our private sedan will return to your personal vehicle.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Douglas Kline
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in USA, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 540% above the median of the 2274 experiences we list in USA, outside the cities.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 979 of 2274.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
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