Tour guide in Minneapolis Douglas K.

Minneapolis, United States

English

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Since Apr 12, 2019

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I'm Douglas K., your private tour guide in Minneapolis

Guide #35348

5.0 (57)

I’m a lively communicator and born storyteller who has years of professional experience showing hundreds of travelers the famous highlights and behind-the-scenes of Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Stillwater, Minnesota. I focus on guiding private cultural and historical day tours throughout the Twin Cities for all types of guests. My flexible approach blends current and historical topics, insight and real-life anecdotes to understand what it's like to live today in the Twin Cities and Minnesota. Plan on an informative, fun and entertaining adventure. I hope you’ll join me! I offer private riding tours (usually 3 hours duration, but often 4 or more hours) and private walking tours (2 hours duration). Transportation for riding tours is a premium “town car” sedan or executive-class SUV that is chauffeured by a professional driver who is licensed and uniformed. "Recommended for anyone! We learned so much and really felt like we got to know the city. " Holly K. , California USA "Our whole family, 3 generations ranging from 9-70 years, had an amazing time! Bravo!!" Jen G. , Minneapolis, USA "Douglas dropped everything…to spend the day w/me. I was able to spend as much time as needed at each location. " Judy W. , Indiana USA "Absolutely wonderful. A++ and 5 stars. Doug was exceptional. Extremely knowledgeable about all things Minneapolis/St. Paul/ Minnesota. " Genevieve R. , Maryland USA "This is the only way to see Minnesota's top two cities!" Victoria D. , California USA "We did not expect to learn so much about Minneapolis in such a short time. " Michael L. , California USA "I contacted Douglas asking for an urgent next-day college tour of the Twin Cities. He not only immediately got back with a personalized itinerary but was an amazing, very warm and considerate tour guide, making my daughter feel very welcome and comfortable seeing a city she had never visited. And the driver was excellent. Recommend 100% for anyone. " Sujata S. , Connecticut USA "5 out of 5 stars! Personable. . . knowledgeable. . . " Thalia S. , Georgia USA "I organized a club activity and everyone LOVED it! Will definitely book again. " Jessica L. , Minnesota USA "Highly recommend!" Melissa A. , Wisconsin USA "He was…excellent at engaging our younger members and keeping them involved. " Brian G. , Minnesota USA "Doug went above and beyond to make our trip enjoyable with recommendations of other places to visit and great restaurants to try. " Ann R. , Indiana USA "Amazing experience! Douglas' passion means return soon!" Ana M. , Brazil "He's a walking Wikipedia. He's even a great photographer and we got some great group shots. " David S. , Florida USA "Our adult daughter lives in St Paul and even she learned so much…. " Chris P. Pennsylvania USA "He took us to great out-of-the-way places we would never have seen on our own. " Karale F. , California USA "Douglas did a fantastic job of designing a custom tour for my family of six based off of all of our interests and requests. " Karale F. , California USA "Highly recommend this tour to…see the city through the eyes of a local. " Melissa B. , Massachusetts USA "Douglas asked questions to help center our interest in things we wanted to see or learn about. Recommended!" Jon H. , Minnesota USA "We walked down the street of beautiful homes and he made them come to life as he explained the stories and history…. " Chris P. , Pennsylvania USA "…abundant knowledge of the history and how the city works and the locals live. " Karale F. , California USA "Doug was fun, informative, and friendly. " Melissa B. , Massachusetts USA "Douglas was very kind, friendly and well prepared…. " Chris P. Pennsylvania USA "Knowledgeable, engaging, and thorough…. " Melissa A. , Wisconsin USA

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  • Shannon W.
    September 2025

    Douglas provided a fantastic driving tour of the Twin Cities giving us in depth historical background and compacting all of the ‘best of’ into 3 hours. We would not have covered a quarter of the grounds or enjoyed our visit near as much without seeing all of the area. A special shout out to driver Brandon as well who included nice ‘locals’ tidbits, really enjoyed them...

    Replied from Douglas K.

    Thank you. I’m glad all of you were able to get a feel for the Twin Cities before your big day-long concert experience. And I’m sure your visit to Prince’s Paisley Park was fascinating, too. Maybe you’ll return again to Minnesota for some ice fishing!

  • Judy B.
    September 2025

    Our family had such a great time today on or tour. It was all we hoped for, We saw and learned so much aabout the twin cities, Highly recommend this Twin Cities tour,

    Replied from Douglas K.

    Thank you. I enjoyed my time with all of you, and especially enjoyed explaining quirky Minnesota lore to Ozzie, your granddaughter’s English boyfriend. For his first visit to the US, I’m sure he found much in common with his home, and a lot of differences. A fun experience!

  • Larry B.
    August 2025

    Wife and I had not been here before nor had had any experience with ToursByLocals. They handled the administrative details flawlessly. The tour by Doug Kline was, in a word, excellent. Before the tour, we did manage to explore the Mill District where we were staying and take a walk along the river - so even a little knowledge up front helps, but Doug showed us around...

    Replied from Douglas K.

    Thank you. I enjoyed your deep interest in history, and the knowledge you picked up from your morning walk around Heritage Trail in the historic Mill District really added depth to my commentary. I enjoyed our thoughtful conversation. Thanks again!

  • Robert P.
    August 2025

    Doug was absolutely great !!! lots of knowledge and background information that you would never know unless you had been on one of his tours! he was also great in his communications before we got there, recommended places to eat, places to visit. Very Professional, interesting, charisma !!

    Replied from Douglas K.

    Thank you! During your hour-long orientation at the Mall of America, I was glad to be able to provide lots of insight about Minnesota, the Twin Cities and hints about where to go and what to do. I enjoyed welcoming you to Minneapolis and St. Paul and know that your packed week here has been fun and memorable. Enjoy your travels!