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Padelford Mississippi Riverboat Tours
Padelford Mississippi Riverboat Tours
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Harriet Island
St Paul, MN 55107
1-800-543-3908
Good-for-Kids Rating
Babies
Toddlers & Pre-K
School-Age KidsPre-Teens & Teens
Padelford Mississippi Riverboat Tours Description
The "Mighty Mississippi" is a huge part of the rich cultural and industrial history of the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, and what better way to experience it than by taking a riverboat cruise? This sightseeing excursion departs near the Science Museum of Minnesota and takes you through the heart of the Great River National Park, offering views of Fort Snelling and other St. Paul and Minneapolis historical sites. The tour is narrated and is a great way to understand the area better; even kids who aren't fascinated by history will love the novelty of floating down the big river.
Boat Ride
Boat Tour
Theater
Sightseeing Tour
Kid Tips
Toddlers & Pre-K: The ride offers a great opportunity to get off your feet, though really little ones might be too excited about riding the boat to take a nap.
Planning Notes
- Bring hats and slather on sunscreen. The public tour boat is covered, but not enclosed, and the tours often happen during the hottest part of the day.
- All the world's a ... boat? Consider taking a ride on Padelford's Minnesota Centennial Showboat. The University of Minnesota Showboat Players stage productions inside this boat-turned-theater, which cruises gently down the river as the audience watches the show. (Note: This means you can't exactly sneak out at intermission.)
Just the Facts
Hours: Hours vary depending on season and other factors; call or check website for up-to-date schedule and tickets.
Fees: $20 - $30
Recommended Time: 1 to 2 hours
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