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ALL IS BRIGHT HOLIDAY LIGHTS TOUR
Don't let this cold and crazy winter stop you from having fun, Minnesota! Let's be bold, embrace the cold and make your holidays brighter in the Twin Cities' only open-air fun bus. We have holiday lights, music, AND Santa as your chauffeur! It's a perfect outing for families. Choose your date and time slot to book the bus for your private party!
Be Bold!
Be Brave!
BYOB!
- Bring your own blanket
- Bring your own beverage (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
- Bring your own brood
TOUR INFORMATION
Dates
- 4:45pm, 5:30pm, 6:15pm, 7:00pm, 7:45pm, 8:30pm, 9:15pm each night
- Thursdays - Dec 2, 9, 16, 23
- Fridays - Dec 3, 10, 17
- Saturdays - Dec 4, 11, 18
- Sundays - Dec 5, 12, 19, 26
- Tuesday - Dec 21
- Wednesday - Dec 22
Price
- $150 for the entire bus exclusively for your group up to 13 guests (that's only $11 per person for a full bus!)
- DOT rules and regulations allow 13 guests maximum on this bus, no matter the age; infants and children must be included in total guest count
Location
- Begins and ends at Microtel Inn & Suites (5681 Bishop Ave, Inver Grove Heights MN 55076)
Overview
No matter the season, Minnesotans embrace the outdoors. Our Bold North winters are no exception! Be bold, get out, have fun. Enjoy the spirit of the holidays with this custom, one-of-a-kind tour. Treat yourself to the magic of the season by viewing beautiful light displays in a fun, safe way. Embrace the cold in the Twin Cities’ only open-air fun bus. With a covered top and open sides, it’s the perfect way to view twinkling lights along brightly decorated streets. The crisp air, holiday music, and beautiful lights make it perfect for families! This unique private tour is sure to get you in the spirit of the season – so please join us for some festive fun! We’ll make your holidays brighter!
Good to Know
- Bus holds 13 guests in the back; driver is isolated in separate, enclosed cab
- We pick you up at the starting location and travel local neighborhood streets at slow speeds for the 30-minute tour (no highways!)
- Dress warmly! This is an open-air bus!
- Alcoholic beverages are allowed; must be 21+ years old
What's Included
- Clean, safe, decorated open-air fun bus for your private party
- Professional driver, dressed as Santa, on a pre-planned route with many holiday lights
- Our festive holiday music playlist or yours!
Festive Add-ons
- Handwarmers - $3 - for a pair
Expand Your Experience
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Inver Grove Heights is pleased to offer a special room rate of $79.95 for guests with All is Bright Holiday Tour. Based on availability; must call ahead to book reservation(s). Room type is a two bed room or a mini-suite. Taxes extra. Address: 5681 Bishop Ave, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076. Phone: 651.552.0555
- B-52 Burgers & Brew is pleased to offer a 10% discount for groups aboard the All is Bright Holiday Lights Tour. Discount is valid for groups of 8+ people, subject to seating availability at restaurant. Onsite dining only. Other restrictions may apply. Address: 5639 Bishop Ave, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076. Phone: 651.451.3838
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FESTIVE HOLIDAY LIGHTS TOUR
Treat yourself to the magic of the holidays by viewing beautiful light displays on this up-to-2-hour tour! Ride in comfort while viewing twinkling lights and nibbling on holiday candy canes. We’ll have music and fun for the whole family!
TOUR INFORMATION
Dates
- 4:30-6:30pm Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays - Dec 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 26
- 7:00-9:00pm Sundays - Dec 5, 12, 19
Price
- $575 for the entire bus exclusively for your group up to 13 guests
- DOT rules and regulations allow 13 guests maximum on this bus, no matter the age; infants and children must be included in total guest count
Location
- Convenient pick-up and drop-off at Mall of America North Lot where ALL buses pick up and drop off (Mall of America Bus/Shuttle Pickup/Drop-Off in North Parking Lot); offers free parking
OVERVIEW
Treat yourself to the magic of the holidays by viewing beautiful light displays on this up-to-2-hour tour! You'll ride in comfort in your warm, heated coach bus while viewing twinkling lights and nibbling on holiday candy canes. We’ll have music and fun for the whole family! (Feel free to wear your ugly sweater! We know you have one!) The brightly decorated streets of the Twin Cities are sure to get you in the spirit of the season – so please join us for some festive fun!
GOOD TO KNOW
- Alcoholic beverages are allowed on the bus; must be 21+ years old to consume
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Clean, safe, decorated enclosed bus for your private party
- Professional and fun driver dressed as Santa
- Our festive holiday music playlist or yours!
- Pre-set holiday lights route
Minneapolis Riverboat and Bus Tour
Two great experiences, one low price! We've combined our relaxing sightseeing city tour with a spectacular river cruise to create a summer midday treat. See Mill City from two distinct perspectives!
Tour Information
Dates
- 10:30am-1:45pm Thursdays (Jun - Aug)
- 10:30am-1:45pm Fridays (May - Sep)
- 10:45am-1:45pm Sundays (Jun - Aug)
Price
- $55 per person
Location
- Begins and ends at Meet Minneapolis Visitor Center (505 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis MN 55402)
Sights
- Mississippi Riverfront
- Sculpture Garden
- Walker Art Museum
- Stone Arch Bridge
- St Anthony Falls
- Basilica of St Mary
- Mary Tyler Moore Statue
- Nicollet Island
- Iconic buildings - IDS & Foshay
- Guthrie Theater
- Mill City Museum
- Prince landmarks
- Bob Dylan Mural
- Sports Stadiums - USBank, Target Field and Target Center
- Much more!
Overview
Two great experiences, one low price! We've combined our relaxing sightseeing city tour with a spectacular river cruise to create a summer midday treat. It begins with a 90-minute city tour, incorporating the best of Minneapolis's past and present, before concluding with a thrilling 90-minute cruise down the mighty Mississippi River. What better way to see this exciting and historic city than by land and water? This tour is excellent for visitors, locals, and families alike!
MINNEAPOLIS LANDMARK BUS TOUR
Featuring not only the sights, but also the sounds of Minneapolis (in a unique way which only Experience the Twin Cities can present). Join us for an unforgettable experience touring distinctive landmarks from Minneapolis's past, present and exciting future. (Note: the open-air bus will not be running in 2021; colorful enclosed bus only)
Tour Information
Dates
- Public Tour: No public tours available in 2022 due to pandemic. This tour will be offered in 2023.
- Private Tour: Select your own time Sunday through Friday, or for a different time on Saturday! Contact us for availability and booking.
Price
- Public Tour: $48 per person
- Private Tour: Varies depending on number of guests and size of vehicle booked
Location
- Tour begins and ends at the Minneapolis Visitor Center (505 Nicollet, Minneapolis, MN 55402). Meet right outside the main entrance.
Sights
- Mississippi Riverfront
- Sculpture Garden
- Walker Art Museum
- Stone Arch Bridge
- St Anthony Falls
- Basilica of St Mary
- Mary Tyler Moore Statue
- Nicollet Island
- Iconic buildings - IDS & Foshay
- Guthrie Theater
- Mill City Museum
- Prince landmarks
- Bob Dylan Mural
- Sports Stadiums - USBank, Target Field and Target Center
- Much more!
Overview
Featuring not only the sights, but also the sounds of Minneapolis (in a unique way which only Experience the Twin Cities can present). Join us for an unforgettable experience touring distinctive landmarks from Minneapolis's past, present and exciting future. From world-famous murals to the largest river in the United States, you'll see why Minneapolis is known as "the City by Nature." A relaxing 90-minute bus ride, our Minneapolis Landmark Bus Tour is excellent for visitors, locals and families alike!