Step into the fascinating past of Saint Paul on a guided St. Paul historic cave tour at the famous Wabasha Street Caves. Carved into the hillside near downtown, these historic caves have a colourful past that includes a notorious connection to the Gangster Era and Prohibition.

Explore the caves with an expert guide and hear the stories, secrets and legends that helped make the Wabasha Street Caves one of Saint Paul’s most intriguing attractions.

Discover the Wabasha Street Caves

Your St. Paul caves tour takes you inside the restored Wabasha Street Caves, the only remaining restored Gangster Era site in Saint Paul.

The caves have served many purposes throughout their history. During Prohibition, they became a popular meeting place for notorious gangsters and other colourful characters.

As you explore the underground passages, your guide will share fascinating stories about the people who visited the caves and the events that took place here.

Explore Saint Paul’s Gangster History

The Wabasha Street Caves offer a unique insight into Saint Paul’s past. Discover how the caves became associated with the city’s Gangster Era and learn about the secretive world of Prohibition.

Your guide will bring this fascinating period of Saint Paul history to life with stories that you are unlikely to discover on a traditional city sightseeing tour.

Whether you’re a history enthusiast, visiting Saint Paul for the first time or simply looking for something different to do, this is a memorable experience beneath the streets of the city.

St. Paul Historic Cave Tour Highlights

• Explore the historic Wabasha Street Caves
• Enjoy a guided St. Paul historic cave tour
• Discover Saint Paul’s Gangster Era history
• Learn about the caves during Prohibition
• Hear fascinating stories and local legends
• Explore one of Saint Paul’s most unusual historic attractions
• Discover stories you won’t find on a traditional sightseeing tour
• Ideal for history enthusiasts and first-time visitors
• Suitable for families and locals as well as visitors
• Enjoy free parking at the site
• Wi-Fi available

What’s Included

• 1-hour guided cave tour
• Expert guide
• Access to the historic Wabasha Street Caves
• Restroom facilities
• Wi-Fi

Add This Experience to Your Tailor-Made Holiday

Add a St. Paul historic cave tour to your tailor-made USA holiday and discover a fascinating side of Minnesota’s history.

Explore the Wabasha Street Caves, hear stories of Prohibition and learn about the gangsters who once used these underground spaces.

With its unusual setting and fascinating history, this is a great experience for anyone looking to discover something different in Saint Paul.