In the Footsteps of Prince: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Downtown Minneapolis
Overview
Find out how Minneapolis helped define Prince Rogers Nelson as a young musician who went on to change the world of music with this affordable walking tour.
• Learn how Prince was the first artist in history to have a number one film, album and song at the same time
• Hear from producer Frank Bures, an award-winning writer, essayist and the editor of Under Purple Skies: The Minneapolis Anthology
• Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.
The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
• Learn how Prince was the first artist in history to have a number one film, album and song at the same time
• Hear from producer Frank Bures, an award-winning writer, essayist and the editor of Under Purple Skies: The Minneapolis Anthology
• Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home
Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.
The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
Inclusions
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis, MN
This self guided audio tour explores the city where Prince was born, where he rose to fame and where, when he died, the purple lights shone across the sky. You'll start the tour on Nicollet Avenue.
Pass By: IDS Crystal Court, 717 Nicollet Mall IDS Center, Minneapolis, MN 55402-2004
On this tour, you'll see the Crystal Court balcony featured in Purple Rain.
Pass By: Music Wall, 94 S 10th St, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
You'll pass by the Schmitt Music Wall mural where Prince had his iconic first photo shoot.
Pass By: Dakota, 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403-2403
On this tour, you'll pass by The Dakota club, which Prince visited just a few days before he died.
Pass By: Orpheum Theatre, 910 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403-1883
You'll see the Orpheum Theatre where Prince was one of the first black musicians to play.
Pass By: Prince Mural, 101 N 9th St, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
You’ll see a 100-foot tall mural by the artist Hiero Veiga, who was chosen from more than 60 artists to commemorate Prince.
Pass By: First Avenue, 701 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
As you walk, you'll hear about the night 10, 000 people came to the First Avenue club to mourn the death of the city's music legend.
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis, MN
This self guided audio tour explores the city where Prince was born, where he rose to fame and where, when he died, the purple lights shone across the sky. You'll start the tour on Nicollet Avenue.
Pass By: IDS Crystal Court, 717 Nicollet Mall IDS Center, Minneapolis, MN 55402-2004
On this tour, you'll see the Crystal Court balcony featured in Purple Rain.
Pass By: Music Wall, 94 S 10th St, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
You'll pass by the Schmitt Music Wall mural where Prince had his iconic first photo shoot.
Pass By: Dakota, 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403-2403
On this tour, you'll pass by The Dakota club, which Prince visited just a few days before he died.
Pass By: Orpheum Theatre, 910 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403-1883
You'll see the Orpheum Theatre where Prince was one of the first black musicians to play.
Pass By: Prince Mural, 101 N 9th St, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
You’ll see a 100-foot tall mural by the artist Hiero Veiga, who was chosen from more than 60 artists to commemorate Prince.
Pass By: First Avenue, 701 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403, USA
As you walk, you'll hear about the night 10, 000 people came to the First Avenue club to mourn the death of the city's music legend.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- All of VoiceMap's audio tours are self-guided and users must bring their own smartphone and headphones to take the tour. We urge all our users to wear facemasks and carry hand sanitizer with them to ensure their own protection and the protection of others.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Valerie_G
June 2023
To put it simply, I love Prince. My flight got in early, and I had to kill some time by myself in Minneapolis, because I was only there for the day to go to a party in Riley Creek near Paisley Park in the evening. After browsing the Prince shop at the airport, I went on the self-guided Prince tou...
To put it simply, I love Prince. My flight got in early, and I had to kill some time by myself in Minneapolis, because I was only there for the day to go to a party in Riley Creek near Paisley Park in the evening. After browsing the Prince shop at the airport, I went on the self-guided Prince tour. I'm not usually a fan of being alone when out in public far away from home, but I had a blast learning about Prince while strolling at my own pace and in my own time. I was able to walk with a purpose, and not just walking aimlessly in the street. Other than the sketchy inhabitants roaming around downtown (which kept me alert about my safety), all was perfect!Dingena_S
May 2023
Murals were impressive and it was exciting to walk in Prince's footsteps. Program didn't automatically advance through prompts, but ones I did catch were insightful.
Murals were impressive and it was exciting to walk in Prince's footsteps. Program didn't automatically advance through prompts, but ones I did catch were insightful.553sabrinae
May 2023
Learning the history of the places that were important in the life of Prince and Minneapolis music. Seeing with my own eyes the places he frequented and that Purple Rain was filmed in.
Learning the history of the places that were important in the life of Prince and Minneapolis music. Seeing with my own eyes the places he frequented and that Purple Rain was filmed in.Tamara_S
December 2022
Fantastic way to walk parts of Minneapolis while Learning about Prince and his role in music. Great shopping and restaurants along the way.
Fantastic way to walk parts of Minneapolis while Learning about Prince and his role in music. Great shopping and restaurants along the way.NatalieL855
October 2023
This was the best way to start our trip! Easy to use and really insightful- perfect homage to Prince before we visited Paisley Park.
This was the best way to start our trip! Easy to use and really insightful- perfect homage to Prince before we visited Paisley Park.espiritu1
October 2023
This tour is a must DO! Very cool and informative and pace is perfect, stops are very nice, lots of cool Murals
This tour is a must DO! Very cool and informative and pace is perfect, stops are very nice, lots of cool Murals