Welcome aboard the Minneapolis Queen, a steamboat accommodating up to 125 passengers. It offers public and private cruises on the Mississippi River and provides breathtaking views of downtown Minneapolis. Paradise Charter Cruises and Minneapolis Queen offer sightseeing boat cruises and private charters on Lake Minnetonka and the Mississippi River. You can choose from events such as wedding boat cruises, corporate events, birthday parties, and more. You can also take a narrated sightseeing cruise along the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway and Heritage Trail, passing under the stunning 35W Bridge.
Experience a unique transportation journey with the Minnesota Streetcar Museum. The Como-Harriet and Excelsior Streetcar Lines are living history museums that offer a ride on the city's streetcar system, taking you back in time. Explore the historic displays, shop for unique souvenirs, and take a nostalgic ride on one of the landmark streetcars along the picturesque route between the lakes. Enjoy a remarkable trip through historic Excelsior along a half-mile track built on the former right-of-way of the Minneapolis and St. Louis Railway, where the car stops at our barn. You can view a photo gallery of hotels, trains, paddlewheel boats, and landmarks from the 1800s. The Museum also provides an opportunity to learn about the history of Twin Cities Rapid Transit as it ran in Minneapolis and St. Paul, other streetcars in the collection, and the work in progress of restoring a vintage streetcar.
Experience the thrill of a revving engine at Ellingson Motorcars, the Midwest's top collectible classic car dealer. With over 100 stunning pre-war antiques, iconic classics, mighty muscle cars, and even modern vehicles for sale, you can find your dream car in their indoor showroom. Their knowledgeable and friendly staff are always eager to assist you in finding the perfect vehicle and offer a fantastic consignment and buying program. Ellingson's also has a full-service repair facility with experts who can handle most mechanical issues. Whether buying, consigning, selling, or servicing your collectible classic automobile or truck, Ellingson's is the go-to place. Trust them to maximize the price you get for your car when you're selling and to provide top-notch service when you need repairs.