Union Depot Tours

Tour the historic and recently renovated Union Depot in Lowertown, Saint Paul! Take a tour to learn about the history, recent renovation, sustainability initiatives, expanding transit options, public art in the Depot, and much more. Few sites within the Twin Cities offer such a clear view of the past, present and future of our community.

Free Public Group Tours

• Tours start promptly at their scheduled time
• Tours depart under the East clock, by the train engine cart, located in the Head House.
• Tours take approximately 60-75 minutes.
• Public tours are free of charge.
• You will be on your feet for the entire tour.
• Tour is the equivalent of walking approximately 4 blocks.
• Union Depot does not provide wheelchairs. Please bring your own, if needed.
• Union Depot has multiple parking and transit options!

Union Depot Public Tours Winter-Spring 2023

• Tuesday, January 17
• Tuesday, February 14
• Tuesday, February 28
• Tuesday, March 14
• Tuesday, March 28
• Tuesday, April 11
• Tuesday, April 25
• Tuesday, May 9
• Tuesday, May 23

Private Group Tours, Field Trips & School Tours

Private group tours must meet the following requirements:

• Private group tour or field trip requests must be made a minimum of 30 days in advance.
• We can accommodate groups of up to 25 people, please contact us for larger groups.
• All payments must be made in advance of the scheduled tour.
• Tours are scheduled based on availability.
• Group tours are not currently available evenings and weekends.

Private Union Depot Tour Costs

• The Private Group Tour rate is $90 for business and for-profit organizations.
• Please contact us if you are scheduling a tour for a school group or a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
• To request information on scheduling a private group tour or field trip, please contact events@rchs.com or leave a message at the RCHS office at 651-222-0701 ext. 226. An RCHS staff person will get back to you with details.