Here in Minnesota, summertime is when our state comes to life. Sure, there’s plenty to keep us occupied in the colder months. But the rare warmth and sunshine of summer mean that this season is one of the busiest. There are plenty of ways to enjoy the weather, from wandering gardens to hiking beautiful trails to visiting sunflower fields. Today, we want to add another option to your bucket list: a ride on Minnesota’s charming lakefront streetcar. Better known as the Como-Harriet Streetcar Line, this fun excursion will help you enjoy the summer in a new way. Read on below to learn more:

The Como-Harriet Streetcar Line is a historic streetcar line in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Run by the Minnesota Streetcar Museum, it's a wonderful way to learn Minnesota history and enjoy the scenery of Minneapolis!
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The line runs between Lake Harriet and Bde Maka Ska. That means there's ample opportunity to take in some lovely views! On a summer day, you're likely to see many people enjoying the water, including picturesque sailboats gliding across it.
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Head to the Linden Hills Station or the platform at Bde Maka Ska to board the streetcar. It runs Saturday and Sunday from 12:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. throughout the summer. It also runs Wednesdays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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The streetcars are historic, built in the early 1900s and restored more recently. The outside is charming...
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...and the inside is even better. Stepping inside is like taking a trip back in time! Staff can inform you about the history of the streetcars and how they used to run in Minneapolis.
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Each ride covers 2 miles of track and lasts about 15 minutes total. You'll have beautiful sights from the big windows as you enjoy your ride on this historic lakefront streetcar line!
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Have you ever ridden the Como-Harriet Streetcar Line? For more information, including times, history, and more, visit the streetcar’s website. And if you’re interested in more fun rides in Minnesota, check out our past list of scenic train rides in Minnesota.

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Como-Harriet Streetcar Line, 4200 Queen Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410, USA