Overview
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1 hour
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See the only remaining restored Gangster Era site on this historic tour of extensive caves carved into the hillside in long-abandoned mining ventures in the 1800s. Later it was a mushroom farm, and it was then developed into a restaurant casino and gangsters' hotspot during the 1930s prohibition era. Newspapers reported an unsolved gangland murder at the casino. Tour guides point out the bullet holes. Some believe the caves are haunted by the murdered mobsters whose bodies were never found. The original bar from the 30s has been fully restored - it was a then-record at 60 feet long.
Though this tour is appropriate for all ages, we recommend ages 5 and up, due to shorter attention spans and restlessness.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
See the only remaining restored Gangster Era site. Historic Tour of extensive caves carved into the hillside in long-abandoned mining ventures in the 1800s, which became a gangster hotspot in the 1930s.
Options
St. Paul Historic Cave Tour
What‘s Included
1-hour cave tour
Restrooms
Wifi
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
173 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It's a fun family...
Kathy M,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It's a fun family experience about the caves, it's many uses before probation, relationship with the mafia and how it is used today. There is minimum discussion about ghosts.
Fun, informative cave tour
Donna M,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The cave tour was extremely interesting and we had an incredibly informative, animated tour guide. She told fantastic stories about the gangsters and mushroom growing, which occurred in the caves.
Great local history
Ardith S,Jun 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Informative, fun, bring a sweater. Luke is wonderful storyteller and there are many stories in the cave.
One hour
kloudia Az,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a one hour tour, suitable for adults, walking tour, informative and interesting activity.
Phenomenal!!
66terir,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide was amazing!! She was so friendly, fun and very knowledgable. Took her time to explain the history thoroughly and could hear clearly at the back of a very large group of people. Very appreciative.
History of the Wabasha Caves
Lisa S,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Informative tour, Angela was a very good at telling a stories of the happenings in the caves. It is amazingly large rooms.
Good experience but watch how you get tickets
Kristin B,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative and fun! Don't use the 3rd party site to get your tickets if you have students or seniors in your group. I was over charged $16 for our group and there was nothing they could do about it.
Fantastic local history
Nancy P,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Karen did a fabulous job of telling the historical story of the Wabasha Caves and local details about what happened inside! Our granddaughters were especially interested in the “spirits” that may reside there!
Luke was an excellent...
Angela K,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Luke was an excellent guide! I didn't know what to expect, but I truly enjoyed the mix of atmosphere, history, ghost stories, true crime stories, and fun facts.
Wonderful tour!!!!
leoniec914,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Went for the historic cave tour yesterday. Luke was a super warm and engaging tour guide! I felt like I learned a lot! The caves are such a fascinating part of history, and I was delighted to be able to learn more about how and when they were used. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting or living in Minnesota, it's great to be able to explore such a fascinating realm of the past!
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