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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 1, 8, 15, 22
- Fridays - Dec 2, 9, 16, 23
- Saturdays - Dec 3, 10, 17
- Sundays - Dec 4, 11, 18
- Wednesday - Dec 21
Price
- $175 for the entire bus exclusively for your group up to 13 guests (that's only $13 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 Drkula’s (6710 Cahill Ave, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076). Park in the north parking lot and use the north entrance; follow the signs to our festive staff.
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!
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FESTIVE HOLIDAY LIGHTS TOUR
Treat yourself to the magic of the holidays by viewing beautiful light displays on this cozy 1-hour tour! Ride in a comfortable coach bus while viewing twinkling lights and nibbling peppermint candy canes. With Santa at the wheel and sing-along-able music, it’s fun for the whole family!
TOUR INFORMATION
Dates
- 4:45pm, 6:00pm, 7:15pm, 8:30pm each night
- Thursdays - Dec 1, 8, 15
- Fridays - Dec 2, 9, 16, 23
- Sundays - Dec 4, 11, 18
Price
- $250 for the entire bus exclusively for your group up to 14 guests (that's only $18 per person for a full bus!)
- DOT rules and regulations allow 14 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 Ridgedale Mall (Macy's west side of mall, near the Xfinity & iFLY building, 12415 Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka 55305); offers free parking
OVERVIEW
Treat yourself to the magic of the holidays by viewing beautiful light displays on this cozy 1-hour tour! You'll ride in comfort in your warm, heated coach bus while viewing twinkling lights and nibbling peppermint candy canes. With Santa at the wheel and sing-along-able music, it’s fun for the whole family! Bus’s perimeter seating provides 360* viewing and easy conversation. (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
- Contact us for larger bus, handicap accessible bus, alternate pick-up / drop-off locations, etc. Pricing will vary based on customization.
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!