Overview
For 2 hours, you'll enjoy a private, guided walk in a historic, charming neighborhood of St. Paul, Minnesota, as you stroll past the birthplace, homes and haunts of F. Scott Fitzgerald, the famous author of "The Great Gatsby" and other notable American novels.
While we walk, you'll learn about Fitzgerald's lively life and the Roaring '20s, and also hear anecdotes about his hometown shenanigans. In addition, while we amble, residential architecture buffs will be able to spot many types of popular Victorian home styles in this historically preserved area.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Guided tour
Home interiors are not part of this tour.
Restrooms are not available during this tour.
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meet in the parking lot of The Gnome Craft Pub, 498 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102. Consider enjoying refreshments or a meal before or after your tour! The start point will be confirmed upon engagement.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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The Happy Gnome
15 min
We'll meet in the parking lot of The Gnome Craft Pub and become oriented with the basics of Fitzgerald's kinetic life. From there, we'll make our way along the sidewalks of a collection of residential streets while seeing Fitzgerald's homes and hangouts. We'll pause in parks where Fitzgerald played, see his former school building as well as the private social club that he was never allowed to join. As you walk, you'll hear details about the author's boyhood in St. Paul plus his later adult life. Our private, 2-hour walking loop will return us back to the tour starting point.
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F. Scott Fitzgerald Birthplace
15 min
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F. Scott Fitzgerald House
15 min
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Summit Avenue
30 min
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The University Club of Saint Paul
5 min
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Summit Overlook Park
10 min
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Nathan Hale Park
10 min
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Cochran Park
15 min
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The Commodore Bar & Restaurant (Event Venue)
5 min
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Chicago).
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
FAQs about Walking F. Scott Fitzgerald's St. Paul Life & Homes Private Tour (2 hrs)
Can I cancel Walking F. Scott Fitzgerald's St. Paul Life & Homes Private Tour (2 hrs) for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
Meet in the parking lot of The Gnome Craft Pub, 498 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102. Consider enjoying refreshments or a meal before or after your tour!
What's included?
- Guided tour
What's not included?
- Home interiors are not part of this tour.
- Restrooms are not available during this tour.
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits The Happy Gnome, F. Scott Fitzgerald Birthplace, F. Scott Fitzgerald House, Summit Avenue, The University Club of Saint Paul, Summit Overlook Park, Nathan Hale Park, Cochran Park.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Operated by Douglas Kline
