Dress in your best 1920s attire and step into a Roaring Twenties murder mystery that moves through Minneapolis by trolley. Champagne, clues, and close-quarters sleuthing make this four-hour interactive event a theatrical and social evening worth booking in advance.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Light—mostly seated with short, gentle walks on and off the trolley; suitable for average fitness.
Wildlife
History
The experience channels Roaring Twenties social scenes and uses the authentic period spaces of the Pillsbury Mansion to heighten atmosphere.
Conservation
Support local venues and minimize waste by using reusable drinkware when possible; dispose of trash responsibly and respect private property around boarding areas.
Minneapolis Trolley Tours
Minneapolis Trolley Tours offers guided trolley experiences in Minneapolis, Minnesota aboard a restored Historic Trolley. Guests select themed trips that showcase music history, haunted locations, scenic city views, and interactive true-crime storytelling.
The tour lineup includes: the Prince and the Minneapolis Sound tour, the Candlelight Ghost Tour (with an optional Gertrude’s After Hours upgrade for an exclusive haunted mansion visit), the Narrated Scenic Tour, the Graveyard Ghost Hunt, and the True Crime Tour. Each trip runs from curated starting points in Minneapolis and uses guided narration and hands-on elements to present local stories and locations.
The Narrated Scenic Tour lasts approximately 1.25 hours and travels through five districts that joined to form modern Minneapolis, with views of the Mississippi River that influenced the city’s growth and industry. The Prince and the Minneapolis Sound tour highlights locations tied to PRINCE’s life and legacy and explores his influence on the local music scene. The Candlelight Ghost Tour features a knowledgeable narrator who shares eerie legends while guests travel aboard the Historic Trolley, and the Gertrude’s After Hours upgrade provides access to a haunted mansion.
The Graveyard Ghost Hunt brings guests to a historic graveyard for a hands-on paranormal investigation using EMF readers and divining rods. The True Crime Tour engages participants as jury members who examine crime scene locations and analyze witness affidavits. Minneapolis Trolley Tours focuses on themed storytelling, period transportation, and interactive elements to deliver focused, memorable tours of Minneapolis.
Tours Offered
5
Five themed trolley experiences
Tour Length
1.25 hours
Narrated Scenic Tour duration
Interactive Tours
Hands-on
Paranormal and true crime participation
Local Focus
Minneapolis
Music, history, and haunted sites
Book a themed tour today — limited seats on the Historic Trolley for music, ghost, scenic, and true crime experiences.
Bring ID and arrive early
This event is 21+, with check-in at 100 E 22nd St; arrive 20–30 minutes early to claim your seat and costume materials.
Wear comfortable shoes
You’ll board and disembark a trolley and move through mansion spaces—choose footwear that balances style and stability.
Lean into the costume
Period attire enhances immersion and photos; simple accessories like a fedora or pearls will do if you don’t have a full outfit.
Motion and crowd sensitivity
Seated trolley scenes can be close and lively—bring motion-sickness care if you are sensitive and request boarding assistance if needed.
Photo ID
Required for 21+ events and for entry at the meeting point.
Period accessory (hat, gloves, pearls)
Small costume pieces elevate the experience and photos without needing a full outfit.
Compact flash or small LED light
Improves portrait shots in low, period-style interior lighting.
Small crossbody bag
Keeps essentials secure while boarding and moving during the evening.