Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, 300 Clifton Bed & Breakfast preserves the original furniture, lighting, and artwork from 1906! The mansion, once owned by Eugene Carpenter, played a pivotal role in establishing the Minneapolis Institute of Art and fostering the city's thriving arts scene.

While maintaining its original charm, this 20,000-square-foot estate now offers an elegant bed & breakfast with large porches, lush gardens, babbling fountains, and perfectly manicured grounds. Guests gain access to the history of the mansion through in-room information, QR codes, and the knowledgeable staff. Visitors should expect the unexpected at 300 Clifton, from two Great Danes relaxing in the yard to 65 unique rooms including a whimsical game room, a room in the hayloft, a haunted basement, and a historic blacksmith’s forge converted into a guestroom, among other mysterious nooks and crannies waiting to be discovered.

Adding to the allure of this iconic mansion, Minneapolis Trolley Tours start and end at 300 Clifton, granting guests a convenient and fun opportunity to explore the city in a historic (and haunted) replica of the streetcars that crossed Minneapolis until the 1950s. The trolley is heated and cooled and in the summertime, the back is open-air! Expert narration accompanies every tour with exciting, informative, and memorable information designed to stun even the most knowledgeable Minneapolis locals.

With a rotating calendar of tours, surprises await on every ride. There’s a tour to see the landmarks of Minneapolis, a spooky ride complete with ghost stories and candles, a mansion tour, a breakfast ride, and more! On each tour, riders are given complementary materials including historical photos, custom music, newspaper articles, or infographics.

Rated #1 in Minneapolis, this chilling tour unveils haunting stories, from a toddler trapped in a mansion's ballroom to a white-clad specter terrorizing her neighborhood. Equipped with ghost glasses and flickering candles, venture into the unexplained.

Wake up at 300 Clifton and hop on the Minneapolis Breakfast Trolley for a leisurely morning complete with urban scenery and a visit to Nicollet Diner for a delectable breakfast, included in your ticket price.

Explore Minneapolis's five districts, witnessing its evolution from the early 1900s to the present. Whether you're a visitor or playing tour guide, this tour offers breathtaking views and visits to photogenic landmarks.

Starting at 300 Clifton, unravel Minneapolis's origins one historic landmark at a time. A stay at 300 Clifton Bed & Breakfast and a Trolley Tour promises a memorable adventure, where mystery, excitement, and luxury converge. Make a reservation and pack your bags – Minneapolis awaits!

*This blog post is sponsored by 300 Clifton & Minneapolis Trolley Tours