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I enjoyed visiting PP. I learned a lot about Prince. He documented PP's use as a tourist attraction. He even documented what he wanted displayed, things he wanted the audience to know, what areas would be open to the public, and how to secure cell phones when visiting. This helps us stay in the moment when visiting. The visit was awesome and well worth the amount paid. Once your tour ends, you should have plenty of time to sit in the nightclub and enjoy videos and live recordings of his music. It seems he left no stone unturned, and I greatly appreciate him for that. Paisley Park is a definite must-see tour stop.
Wasn't sure what I was expecting coming here, but it exceeded my expectations. I have to give a lot of credit to our tour guide, Dawn. She had a music background and just really was able to pull out all the ways Prince has influenced music. I feel like she went deeper than the typical tour. I also appreciated that most of the tour is phone free, so you get to really just experience it. It's a great place to experience!
This was an amazing and educational tour of Prince's home and recording studios. I did the 90 minute Paisley Experience at $75 plus tax, comes to roughly $83 per person. There's the VIP tour at $110 for 2 hours and the Ultimate Experience at $199 for 3 hours. I learned so much more about his life and the history behind much of his music and acting career. I wasn't much into some of his music or style but I fell in love with the movie, "Purple Rain" when I was a teenager, so I wanted to check it out. This compound sits on over 65,000 square feet and every single detail of its decor is flawless. With the tour, you will be greeted with a security wand scanner for any weapons, your phones will need to be turned off and placed into a pouch they provide until close to the end of the tour. Apple Watches will need to be removed and put away. They take security and privacy seriously, as they should. One music studio we toured is made of cherry wood, which is excellent for sound and in the same studio is a room built especially for another one of his many pianos that sits on granite. Really cool but we couldn't take pics in there. In fact, the only place to take pictures was in the concert/recording staging area, (which was dark), the gift shop and the cafe area, which concluded the tour. Many artists from Celine Dion, Chaka Khan, Patti Labelle, Alicia Keys, MC Hammer and many more have graced this place with their musical gifts to record or shoot videos. I also learned that Minneapolis had a thriving Black community of musicians, which was a super surprise to me and that's where Prince's dad played most of his music. There is so much more to tell but I'll park here cuz I'm tired lol. However, it is certainly a place to visit when and/or if you're in the area.
His studio, his sanctuary, and--most importantly--his home [Chanhassen MN] Paisley Park is Prince's estate. We booked online for a General Admission tour three weeks in advance. We were only in MN for two days and wanted to make sure that we were able to get in. At first glance the estate looked like a storage building and not very impressive looking (unlike Elvis Presley's Graceland). The surrounding area looks like an industrial park. Before entering the lobby we were given instructions about the tour and told of their strict "no photography or recording device" policy. We were provided these neon colored pouches to keep our phones in and hermetically sealed so that no one except the tour guide at the last part of the tour can unlock it and only during that time we were able to use our phones for photos. We arrived a little early so we were instructed to wait in the lobby. There were some 30 of us in the guided tour. Be punctual because the tour guide ain't got time to waste. We did not have to show our tickets, we just had to provide our names and they checked us off in their database. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and took us to different parts of the estate. During the tour: The main room of the complex is the atrium and is this big, circular-shaped space with smaller rooms surrounding it. Each room represented a different period, album or concept. We watched a short clip in one of the rooms. One of the rooms displayed an outfit he wore... I was shocked to see how small Prince really was, his costumes are so tiny. Prince's pet doves are on the second floor in fancy cages. We toured different parts of his recording studios including the soundstage and we saw his different guitars and instruments including the purple piano, the many costumes, accessories, heel collection, his Bentley, motorcycle, (Purple Rain), and many other artifacts. Studio A was a very impressive 1,500-square-foot recording studio with several isolation rooms. The tour ended with a visit to his nightclub in the NPG Music Club room. There is a small stage where he makes impromptu performances to regular guests visiting the club that evening. Prince is one of the most influential musicians of his generation. Paisley Park is part museum, part recording studio, and part concert hall. It is located about 30 minutes west of downtown Minneapolis. Don't be impressed by the exterior... inside is a whole new world! That's all... Review #3841
I didn't know what to expect but given the steep admission price of $80 with fees I was certain it was not worth it. This was the cheapest of the three tour packages. I have read the stories that Prince's family is doing all it can to squeeze as much money out of his legacy as they can - this certainly was one sign of that! In the end we were pleasantly surprised that it was a good tour but still not worth $80! My relatives live within five miles of this place but we never got around to touring it until our most recent visit to the area. We made a reservation two weeks in advance. When we arrived you had to show your ticket just to park and then they only let a couple in at a time to get the security briefing and to put your phone in a bag so you cannot take pictures during the tour. They do allow you to do so near the end. Our tour guide, a high school teacher, did an excellent job giving the details about Prince, Paisley Park and the stories of the purple one. It was great to see the studios where some of his music was recorded and it was fun to see video clips to showcase his talent. Overall a good tour and not unlike other great talents a story of someone who left us too soon.
So overwhelmingly beautiful. Prince is a master of music. I had tears in my eyes to realize we lost an icon so young I wish we got a little more personal insight like his bedroom or closet. But our guide was exceptional. Highly recommend!! We went to Bunkers per her recommendation and wow it rounded out the day. This is a must do when in Minneapolis
I'm a huge Prince fan, not sure I would of thought anything could go wrong. We did the 90 minute tour. It was perfect time, didn't fell to long or too short and rushed. Our tour guide was amazing. She gave us a very good experience. Even with my love for Prince, I learned things in this tour I never knew. It was amazing to see the clothes he actually wore, the equipment he played on, and hear the stories of things he did in certain rooms. Actually stood in the kitchen where he made pancakes after basketball games! The tour does not allow pictures, BUT they did provide a room at then end which allowed us to take photos. They are very serious about that, they take your phone and lock it in a pouch and unlock it once in the designated area to take photos. Of course there is a gift shop as well to purchase items. I thought the tour was amazing and worth every penny of 75.00!
Kyle was absolutely amazing showing us around Paisley Park. He answered all of our questions, was very patient, enthusiastic, and entertaining at the same time. I am so happy and honored that I was able to tour Paisley Park!! It was an awesome opportunity and definitely would come back again in the future for another tour. May Prince continue to rest in peace. His love for people and music will continue to live on.
A must see place for anyone who is a true Prince fan. And even if you're not. They left everything exactly the way it was "when he left us" as they put it. Amazingly talented and definitely gone far too soon.
I really enjoyed the tour. Our tour guide Bee was fantastic! She was very friendly and knowledgeable. I enjoyed seeing the studios, soundstage and lounge. My only gripe is we didn't receive our pictures. The kiosk said there may be a 24-hour delay, but over a week went by and we didn't receive anything. I filled out the Contact Us form on the website and didn't hear anything for over a week. I then emailed them from my personal email and received my pictures the next day. Besides that, I had a great experience.
I returned to Minnesota for unfinished business. That unfinished business was going to Paisley Park and having another Juicy Lucy. But let's focus on Paisley Park... I was disappointed. Why you may ask? Let me tell you... When I visit a place like PP I want to learn. I want more information about who Prince was, his upbringing, his family, his career... The Paisley Park tour did not fill this bucket for me. I learnt about his emancipation but not much else. It was really welcome- come walk through his house, look at some memorabilia but the main focus was Purple Rain since it was a week before the 40th anniversary of the movie. I wanted more. The staff were nice and informative. I ask a lot of questions so it was shared with me as a part of their training that they are encouraged that certain topics are not open for discussion so leave anything controversial about Prince or his life at the door. Security was intense! Beware. The gift shop was weak. So much opportunity- so many people visiting. I bought nothing and I love to spend money at gift shops! Too much purple rain and not enough stuff had Paisley Park written on it. Not one postcard for sale. Business finished but low grade work.
How can any Prince fan visit Minneapolis and not visit Paisley Park? That's wild, that's egregious, that's definitely NOT me! lol. I was in Minneapolis for a conference in October 2024 and knew I wanted to see the beauty of Prince's creativity. Now, Purple Rain was released a few years before I was born, so I'm on the younger side of the fan spectrum BUT, I adore and followed his music prior to his death. I am also a big fan of Vanity 6, so a trip was well worth it. Now in order to visit, you must secure tickets. I did so about 1 month in advance for a Saturday afternoon outing. To my surprise, Paisley Park is not in the immediate Minneapolis area. It is located in an area called Chanhassen. From my hotel which was downtown, it was about a 30 minute ride. Upon arriving, you'll be welcomed by a beautifully maintained property that is secured by tight security. I took a few pictures outside the Prince's signature symbol then headed inside. Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a security guard. Tickets are timestamped and they won't let you in any earlier. He gathered everyone from my time block and gave us a quick orientation on security measures. Among them, we had to fully power off our phone and then lock it into a secure pouch that was provided. This means no photography or video until they tell you it's ok. Talk standing on business and keeping top secret! We were then lead into a waiting room. I purchased a "Paisley Experience" Ticket which includes a 90-minute guided tour. As we sat waiting for the tour guide, we were entertained by the sounds of Prince's music and beautiful artwork as well as photos of Prince and his work. I briefly walked over to see an award he received on a wall just steps outside of the waiting area and was told that was not allowed and that I was to wait for the tour guide. Again, talk about top secret. Finally, the guide arrived and began our tour. The space is immaculate and you could tell that Prince made it special for his comfort and creativity. From the kitchen to his office, everything was interesting. You won't see the entire home as some areas are not apart of the exhibit, but what you do see is great. We walked throughout the premises while the tour guide gave background info and stories. The commentary almost allows you to imagine what it was like when Prince was living there and his accomplishments over time. There were some portions of the exhibit where the guide let us out to explore on our own which I appreciated. We even got a chance to see and stand in his studio which was amazing. It's like you could feel his spirit there. Towards the end, we were released into a soundstage area filled with one of Prince's car, a specialty piano, and costumes from the Purple Rain era. All amazing! Moreover, this is the time in which they'll let you use your phone again. At that point, I was'nt so much interested as a lot of more interesting things I found were in the prior areas, but it was still a nice finale. Shortly after, we concluded the tour in the NPH music club where Prince once held public late-night performances. From there, you can walk into the souvenir shop or exit. The souvenir shop was pretty good. I think they had every album he released available for purchase, along with t-shirts, keychains, and other memorabilia. Alot of things focused on purple rain, which to me was a bit monotonous throughout the tour. I know that's what shot him to stardom, but it was'nt his only hit. He was a real musician and from what I remember, one who stood up for artist's rights. They talk about it a little but I think a bit more could be said. As someone who missed that height in his career, this exhibit was a moment for me to learn about him. I think I got a good chunk but I would've love to know more about his upbringing. I don't think they even mentioned any background on how he developed his show at the super bowl and barely anything was said about his backing bands, these are things I would've loved to learn more about. Nonetheless, it was a good experience and I learned a lot more about him and his impact on the music industry as well as the city of Minneapolis thru the tour. Overall, it was a great tour at a good value. I believe I paid about $80 for my ticket including insurance (optional). My only dislike was the security precautions. Although I understand this was essentially someone's home, I don't quite understand why we can't take pictures until the very end. I'm guessing that flashes or the technology could cause some things to deteriorate. I know Prince was also a bit mysterious, but it's still odd to me that these areas are open to public viewing but now photography. Otherwise, it was a good experience and one I'd return to do again. I highly recommend to anyone, whether fan or not, to visit.
3 months ago
Nothing will ever beat Princes pop up parties at Paisley when he was alive -RIP Amazing memories in the recording studio he built in Chanhassen, very modern looking exterio and the interior is just everything Prince IYKYK It's now become a museum since he passed , if you're a fan it's definitely a must visit You cannot see all the rooms but the tours give a good history of certain rooms and recording studios and the mini NPG nightclub No pictures allowed except in certain authorised places- you will lock your phone up in a pouch Great staff- fun fact when it first became a museum they wanted me to be a tour guide since I've been a lifelong fan and used to party here ! read more
If you grew into the Prince, the artist formerly known as Prince and any other names you must make a visit to here. Was there for a Library conference and I also went on behalf of my recently departed man. A huge Prince fan and had subscribed to the NPG music club. Iykyk. He was supposed to come with me and we would have come together. Its a big property and pretty much left as it was. There is a security check and you are to turn your phone off and put it in a phone lockable holder. No pictures for the majority of the tour. Which is fine because you can pay attention to the tour guide. Its was strange because you can still feel his spirit, just like when I visited Gracela nd. Toward the end of the tour there is a area they let you take photos. Over all a great hour spent. The gift shop is not huge and overwhelming. You can get stickers, mugs, shirts, key chains, and LPs (records for you younger readers) I opted go for the umbrella that the drops on it turn purple in the rain. If you find yourself in the area make your way over. read more
15 days ago
Really enjoyed learning how gifted and special Prince was. I enjoyed his music , but this tour taught me how talented and serious he was about his craft. He was amazing!!! Thank you for sharing your gift with the world!!! read more
3 months ago
I enjoyed visiting PP. I learned a lot about Prince. He documented PP's use as a tourist attraction. He even documented what he wanted displayed, things he wanted the audience to know, what areas would be open to the public, and how to secure cell phones when visiting. This helps us stay in the moment when visiting. The visit was awesome and well worth the amount paid. Once your tour ends, you should have plenty of time to sit in the nightclub and enjoy videos and live recordings of his music. It seems he left no stone unturned, and I greatly appreciate him for that. Paisley Park is a definite must-see tour stop. read more
Wasn't sure what I was expecting coming here, but it exceeded my expectations. I have to give a lot of credit to our tour guide, Dawn. She had a music background and just really was able to pull out all the ways Prince has influenced music. I feel like she went deeper than the typical tour. I also appreciated that most of the tour is phone free, so you get to really just experience it. It's a great place to experience! read more
8 months ago
This was an amazing and educational tour of Prince's home and recording studios. I did the 90 minute Paisley Experience at $75 plus tax, comes to roughly $83 per person. There's the VIP tour at $110 for 2 hours and the Ultimate Experience at $199 for 3 hours. I learned so much more about his life and the history behind much of his music and acting career. I wasn't much into some of his music or style but I fell in love with the movie, "Purple Rain" when I was a teenager, so I wanted to check it out. This compound sits on over 65,000 square feet and every single detail of its decor is flawless. With the tour, you will be greeted with a security wand scanner for any weapons, your phones will need to be turned off and placed into a pouch they provide until close to the end of the tour. Apple Watches will need to be removed and put away. They take security and privacy seriously, as they should. One music studio we toured is made of cherry wood, which is excellent for sound and in the same studio is a room built especially for another one of his many pianos that sits on granite. Really cool but we couldn't take pics in there. In fact, the only place to take pictures was in the concert/recording staging area, (which was dark), the gift shop and the cafe area, which concluded the tour. Many artists from Celine Dion, Chaka Khan, Patti Labelle, Alicia Keys, MC Hammer and many more have graced this place with their musical gifts to record or shoot videos. I also learned that Minneapolis had a thriving Black community of musicians, which was a super surprise to me and that's where Prince's dad played most of his music. There is so much more to tell but I'll park here cuz I'm tired lol. However, it is certainly a place to visit when and/or if you're in the area. read more
His studio, his sanctuary, and--most importantly--his home [Chanhassen MN] Paisley Park is Prince's estate. We booked online for a General Admission tour three weeks in advance. We were only in MN for two days and wanted to make sure that we were able to get in. At first glance the estate looked like a storage building and not very impressive looking (unlike Elvis Presley's Graceland). The surrounding area looks like an industrial park. Before entering the lobby we were given instructions about the tour and told of their strict "no photography or recording device" policy. We were provided these neon colored pouches to keep our phones in and hermetically sealed so that no one except the tour guide at the last part of the tour can unlock it and only during that time we were able to use our phones for photos. We arrived a little early so we were instructed to wait in the lobby. There were some 30 of us in the guided tour. Be punctual because the tour guide ain't got time to waste. We did not have to show our tickets, we just had to provide our names and they checked us off in their database. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and took us to different parts of the estate. During the tour: The main room of the complex is the atrium and is this big, circular-shaped space with smaller rooms surrounding it. Each room represented a different period, album or concept. We watched a short clip in one of the rooms. One of the rooms displayed an outfit he wore... I was shocked to see how small Prince really was, his costumes are so tiny. Prince's pet doves are on the second floor in fancy cages. We toured different parts of his recording studios including the soundstage and we saw his different guitars and instruments including the purple piano, the many costumes, accessories, heel collection, his Bentley, motorcycle, (Purple Rain), and many other artifacts. Studio A was a very impressive 1,500-square-foot recording studio with several isolation rooms. The tour ended with a visit to his nightclub in the NPG Music Club room. There is a small stage where he makes impromptu performances to regular guests visiting the club that evening. Prince is one of the most influential musicians of his generation. Paisley Park is part museum, part recording studio, and part concert hall. It is located about 30 minutes west of downtown Minneapolis. Don't be impressed by the exterior... inside is a whole new world! That's all... Review #3841 read more
I didn't know what to expect but given the steep admission price of $80 with fees I was certain it was not worth it. This was the cheapest of the three tour packages. I have read the stories that Prince's family is doing all it can to squeeze as much money out of his legacy as they can - this certainly was one sign of that! In the end we were pleasantly surprised that it was a good tour but still not worth $80! My relatives live within five miles of this place but we never got around to touring it until our most recent visit to the area. We made a reservation two weeks in advance. When we arrived you had to show your ticket just to park and then they only let a couple in at a time to get the security briefing and to put your phone in a bag so you cannot take pictures during the tour. They do allow you to do so near the end. Our tour guide, a high school teacher, did an excellent job giving the details about Prince, Paisley Park and the stories of the purple one. It was great to see the studios where some of his music was recorded and it was fun to see video clips to showcase his talent. Overall a good tour and not unlike other great talents a story of someone who left us too soon. read more
1 year ago
So overwhelmingly beautiful. Prince is a master of music. I had tears in my eyes to realize we lost an icon so young I wish we got a little more personal insight like his bedroom or closet. But our guide was exceptional. Highly recommend!! We went to Bunkers per her recommendation and wow it rounded out the day. This is a must do when in Minneapolis read more
1 year ago
I'm a huge Prince fan, not sure I would of thought anything could go wrong. We did the 90 minute tour. It was perfect time, didn't fell to long or too short and rushed. Our tour guide was amazing. She gave us a very good experience. Even with my love for Prince, I learned things in this tour I never knew. It was amazing to see the clothes he actually wore, the equipment he played on, and hear the stories of things he did in certain rooms. Actually stood in the kitchen where he made pancakes after basketball games! The tour does not allow pictures, BUT they did provide a room at then end which allowed us to take photos. They are very serious about that, they take your phone and lock it in a pouch and unlock it once in the designated area to take photos. Of course there is a gift shop as well to purchase items. I thought the tour was amazing and worth every penny of 75.00! read more
2 months ago
3 months ago
10/10! Thank you Prince for sharing your gift with the world. Definitely a must see if you care about the music and his genius. read more
4 months ago
Kyle was absolutely amazing showing us around Paisley Park. He answered all of our questions, was very patient, enthusiastic, and entertaining at the same time. I am so happy and honored that I was able to tour Paisley Park!! It was an awesome opportunity and definitely would come back again in the future for another tour. May Prince continue to rest in peace. His love for people and music will continue to live on. read more
2 years ago
I really enjoyed the tour. Our tour guide Bee was fantastic! She was very friendly and knowledgeable. I enjoyed seeing the studios, soundstage and lounge. My only gripe is we didn't receive our pictures. The kiosk said there may be a 24-hour delay, but over a week went by and we didn't receive anything. I filled out the Contact Us form on the website and didn't hear anything for over a week. I then emailed them from my personal email and received my pictures the next day. Besides that, I had a great experience. read more
I returned to Minnesota for unfinished business. That unfinished business was going to Paisley Park and having another Juicy Lucy. But let's focus on Paisley Park... I was disappointed. Why you may ask? Let me tell you... When I visit a place like PP I want to learn. I want more information about who Prince was, his upbringing, his family, his career... The Paisley Park tour did not fill this bucket for me. I learnt about his emancipation but not much else. It was really welcome- come walk through his house, look at some memorabilia but the main focus was Purple Rain since it was a week before the 40th anniversary of the movie. I wanted more. The staff were nice and informative. I ask a lot of questions so it was shared with me as a part of their training that they are encouraged that certain topics are not open for discussion so leave anything controversial about Prince or his life at the door. Security was intense! Beware. The gift shop was weak. So much opportunity- so many people visiting. I bought nothing and I love to spend money at gift shops! Too much purple rain and not enough stuff had Paisley Park written on it. Not one postcard for sale. Business finished but low grade work. read more
2 years ago
How can any Prince fan visit Minneapolis and not visit Paisley Park? That's wild, that's egregious, that's definitely NOT me! lol. I was in Minneapolis for a conference in October 2024 and knew I wanted to see the beauty of Prince's creativity. Now, Purple Rain was released a few years before I was born, so I'm on the younger side of the fan spectrum BUT, I adore and followed his music prior to his death. I am also a big fan of Vanity 6, so a trip was well worth it. Now in order to visit, you must secure tickets. I did so about 1 month in advance for a Saturday afternoon outing. To my surprise, Paisley Park is not in the immediate Minneapolis area. It is located in an area called Chanhassen. From my hotel which was downtown, it was about a 30 minute ride. Upon arriving, you'll be welcomed by a beautifully maintained property that is secured by tight security. I took a few pictures outside the Prince's signature symbol then headed inside. Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a security guard. Tickets are timestamped and they won't let you in any earlier. He gathered everyone from my time block and gave us a quick orientation on security measures. Among them, we had to fully power off our phone and then lock it into a secure pouch that was provided. This means no photography or video until they tell you it's ok. Talk standing on business and keeping top secret! We were then lead into a waiting room. I purchased a "Paisley Experience" Ticket which includes a 90-minute guided tour. As we sat waiting for the tour guide, we were entertained by the sounds of Prince's music and beautiful artwork as well as photos of Prince and his work. I briefly walked over to see an award he received on a wall just steps outside of the waiting area and was told that was not allowed and that I was to wait for the tour guide. Again, talk about top secret. Finally, the guide arrived and began our tour. The space is immaculate and you could tell that Prince made it special for his comfort and creativity. From the kitchen to his office, everything was interesting. You won't see the entire home as some areas are not apart of the exhibit, but what you do see is great. We walked throughout the premises while the tour guide gave background info and stories. The commentary almost allows you to imagine what it was like when Prince was living there and his accomplishments over time. There were some portions of the exhibit where the guide let us out to explore on our own which I appreciated. We even got a chance to see and stand in his studio which was amazing. It's like you could feel his spirit there. Towards the end, we were released into a soundstage area filled with one of Prince's car, a specialty piano, and costumes from the Purple Rain era. All amazing! Moreover, this is the time in which they'll let you use your phone again. At that point, I was'nt so much interested as a lot of more interesting things I found were in the prior areas, but it was still a nice finale. Shortly after, we concluded the tour in the NPH music club where Prince once held public late-night performances. From there, you can walk into the souvenir shop or exit. The souvenir shop was pretty good. I think they had every album he released available for purchase, along with t-shirts, keychains, and other memorabilia. Alot of things focused on purple rain, which to me was a bit monotonous throughout the tour. I know that's what shot him to stardom, but it was'nt his only hit. He was a real musician and from what I remember, one who stood up for artist's rights. They talk about it a little but I think a bit more could be said. As someone who missed that height in his career, this exhibit was a moment for me to learn about him. I think I got a good chunk but I would've love to know more about his upbringing. I don't think they even mentioned any background on how he developed his show at the super bowl and barely anything was said about his backing bands, these are things I would've loved to learn more about. Nonetheless, it was a good experience and I learned a lot more about him and his impact on the music industry as well as the city of Minneapolis thru the tour. Overall, it was a great tour at a good value. I believe I paid about $80 for my ticket including insurance (optional). My only dislike was the security precautions. Although I understand this was essentially someone's home, I don't quite understand why we can't take pictures until the very end. I'm guessing that flashes or the technology could cause some things to deteriorate. I know Prince was also a bit mysterious, but it's still odd to me that these areas are open to public viewing but now photography. Otherwise, it was a good experience and one I'd return to do again. I highly recommend to anyone, whether fan or not, to visit. read more
If you are a Prince fan, I rececommend the VIP tour. If you are not but curious, I rececommend the coffee shop because its phenomenal coffee. The the VIP tour is two hours and it covers a lot of Prince's life and career. Our tour guide Nnamdi, a local was amazing and very helpful. I have heard the Utilmate Experience is cool because you get more pics and to hold a guitar but most seem to be happy with the VIP experience. They have ample parking but you can use a ride share. The coffee is lovely. Plus they have wheelchairs for use. read more
I took part in the cheapest tour twice, 1st in 2023 and now again today. Our tour guide (Jess) is a certified Prince fan and was very knowledgeable and answered all questions thoroughly. She was excellent, and made this trip better than my last one. The museum also had added details that weren't there before, so it's good to see it's getting better and better. Would recommend for any Prince fan or any music fan in general read more
3 years ago
Finally the grand finale before leaving Minneapolis, visiting Paisley Park! I was super excited about the tour. Make sure you reserve your tickets online. The cost is reasonable considering this is a guided tour. We did the 90min tour, which I felt was long enough. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. It wasn't busy the day we visited, our tour was enjoyable. We learned quite abit about Prince and his musical contributions and more. It as amazing to see the artifacts and just view his property. I'm appreciative that he decide to share his gifts with the world. There was abit of mystery concerning Prince, but its not my place to judge anyone. No cameras are allowed during your tour, they will unlock your bag at the end of tour. Pictures and videos are allowed at the end. You will exit thru the gift shop. I didnt see anything that was different or I just needed. This was a bucketlister for me, and it was well worth the visit! I def recommend if your a Prince fan or just visiting Minn. @glampedlife read more
2 years ago
If you are a prince fan and you are in Minnesota, I highly recommend you to squeeze some time to come here. I was here for work and decided to take one extra day to be a tourist. I am so glad that I asked the manager at the hotel I was staying of what is his recommendations and he recommended me to come here and even, granted me late check out so I have time to come back to the hotel and finalize my packing. I was able to get the last 11 AM ticket. There were several options for the tickets and the only one that was available at the last minute was the general admission which is around 70 something dollars. I got there in the nick of time and since I was part of the people who came in a minute late, we had to be in this holding area where the bouncer informed us that we need to check in our devices, turn it off, including our Apple watches and put it inside a security locked bag that they could only lock it. Then we were able to join the larger group. I am so glad that I were my lilac jacket as so many ladies were wearing purple. The tour went quickly and I learned a lot about prints. I remember Prince growing up, but I wasn't a huge fan, but after this, I started listening to his old songs and deepen my appreciation at the Minnesota sound. You exit through the gift shop and I was tempted to buy the Facebook app, but I just bought a sticker. read more
If you are a Prince fan and you are in Minnesota, I highly recommend you take the tour. I was here for the USC/Minnesota football game and decided to take the 11:30am VIP tour on a Friday. It was packed, and everyone seemed to love it. The VIP tour will take about 2 hours, and the docent we had knew her stuff. We got there in the nick of time, you will start in a holding area where they will put your mobile phone in locked security bag, so no picture opportunities until near the end. The tour went quickly because it was fascinating and filled with stories and artifacts. I learned a lot about Prince and his music that I did not know, and I consider myself a fan. It ends at a great coffee shop and an extensive gift shop. My favorite part was touring his office and the various recording studios, I was able to assimilate into his brilliant mind/world, amazing! read more
4 months ago
4 months ago
Like other visitors to Paisley Park this was a bucket list trip. Flew from NorCal just to go here. Reserved tix for the VIP tour. Security is extremely tight here. Check in at the gate, park, go to gift shop before tour ( knock on the door because that door is locked (A7), can't enter building until 20 minutes before tour, they lock your phones, wand your body & bag ( I would leave everything except your phone & $ in the car), you wait in the lobby where you can't touch anything ( best not to breathe or make any sudden movements either). Once inside you will get the tour of your life! Our guide, Logan, gave us plenty of time to look at everything and ask questions. We did the VIP tour. We played ping pong on Princes table. We had a photo op with his portrait mural and on a replica motorcycle from Purple Rain movie in the 40th anniversary interactive room. Too many Prince moments to describe. We are big Prince fans but this tour would be great for musicians as well. Lots of info about sound mixing and guitar & bass lines. Remember to tip your tour guides. Let's go crazy! read more
9 months ago
A must do if you are in the area. I was in Minneapolis for work and had some time to kill so after a simple search of things to do I landed on a tour of Paisley Park. I was able to buy my tickets easily online and select my tour time. There are multiple packages or experiences that range from $65 up to $200. I opted for the $65 tour. Finding Paisley Park was easy but I wasn't expecting what I saw when I pulled up. Its a very commercial looking building. There is a guard at the entrance that verifies you have an appointment before letting you in. Then once you park you can walk around the parking lot but cannot go inside until your appointed time. I was expecting a quieter more secluded property for Prince but Paisley Park is the opposite of that. At your appointed time you are escorted into the lobby where you check in with your tour group. Before that you are given a small bag and required to shut your phone off and place it in the bag. The bag is locked and you have no way to unlock it until the end of the tour. You are able to keep the bag but have no access to your phone. I was also told to power off my apple watch. After a few minutes to check everyone in we were introduced to our tour guide and the tour started. Our group size was 12 but this was during the week in the middle of the day. I heard weekends can get pretty busy. Our tour guide was amazing and obviously a huge Prince fan. There was not a question he didn't know the answer. During the entire tour he was very attentive and was not in a rush to move us through. I cannot say enough about the experience of the tour. To stand in the same places as not only one great but many greats created, wrote, collaborated and recorded music is unsurmountable. It was such an awesome experience to see the place where Prince lived and to hear the stories of what music was created there. Additionally, to be able to see some of Prince's cars, his shoe room, stages where he would put on mini concerts. I could go on and on and get chills reflecting back on the experience. I was satisfied with the $65 tour. I read a few mixed reviews about this higher packages which is why I chose what I did. I would say if you are a huge Prince fan and are making the trip specifically for this then go for the big package however, if you are like me and like Prince but not a huge fanatic then the $65 package was fantastic. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
This place is amazing. I am glad that I was able to make it here. This was refuge for Minneapolis's favorite son, Prince Rodger Nelson. Here is where he recorded some of his hits, hosted some legendary parties (yes culminating in the serving of pancakes), and even lived for a period of time. Parking here is free, which is a plus. I took the VIP tour, which was a bit pricey, but I was like what the hell. They have some tight security that will let you know when you are somewhere that you should not be or leaning on a wall. I visited here while I was on my way to the airport, so I had all of my luggage with me. I was graciously allowed to check my luggage in at the gift shop. They had tags specifically made for that purpose, so that is a regular occurrence there I believe. They do not allow cell phones on the majority of the. Starting off the tour, they give you the ground rules and then secure your phone in a Yondr pouch so you can not use it. The tour includes visits to Prince's office, the editing room, recording studios A and B, a room full of his shoes, the Galaxy Room, a kitchen area and rooms themed after certain Prince albums including Sign of the TImes, Diamonds and Pearls, and of course Purple Rain. The areas are well laid out and very organized. There are a few films that they have you view along the way and there are some interactive activities such as a photo op in studio B, playing on Prince's ping pong table in Studio B, listen to isolated instruments on Prince tacks (When Dove's Cry), listening to unreleased music (Cheesy). They promised that there will be some new Prince music released in the future from his vault. You will find an ample amount of restrooms available along the tour, so don't worry about that. My tour guide, Margo, was amazingly awesome. She was funny, energetic, respectful, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic. She was perfect for the job and I was glad she was my guide. The tour is guided, but after each stop is explained, the guide leaves the visitors to explore the area own their own for a bit. At the second to last stop on the tour, they free your phones from the Yondr bags and you are free to take pictures and videos for the remaining part of the tour. That second to last stop, begins at the room dedicated to the artist formerly known as Prince's room, just behind the When Doves Cry door. Behind that door you will find a huge concert venue with a bunch of Prince memorabilia including a couple of cars, a bike, a motorcycle, and a couple of pianos. They play a short Prince concert of the screen on the stage. It starts off electric and is really pumping. The place starts off dark, but eventually things settle down and they turn the lights back on. The tour, which lasted about 2 hours, ends at the NPG club which is where Prince hosted many parties. They have a few lounge chairs and high top tables with chairs there. It is a very cool place with a few photo ops. There is where you will find a snack bar with light snacks and drinks. Before you exit, you will pass a large rest room area and of course the gift shop. The gift shops has t shirts, vinyl albums, magnets, umbrellas, hats and other memorabilia available to purchase. The entire staff, from the security, to the receptionist, to the gift shop staff and of course the guides are very friendly. They were all awesome. I loved this tour and highly recommend it. It is a must visit while in Minneapolis. read more
We had a fabulous time! We did the 90min tour and I wished we'd done a longer one--that's saying something, since I'm not a huge Prince fan like my sister, cousin, and friend. The guy who did our tour (young guy w poofy hair and glasses, super energetic!) was excellent; knowledgeable, and obviously a huge music fan, which enhanced the experience. You enter and are immediately told to turn off your phones, which go into a locked bag--this is to prevent photography or recording. We were taken inside and got to see Prince's office and kitchenette, a room filled with his shoes, a couple of recording rooms, and the finale is the stage he actually used to hold small concerts in (both public and private for friends). You get your phone back in the final room (the stage area), where you can snap photos of the stage, see video footage of Prince, one his motorcycles and pianos. The. You exit through the gift shop. My only critique would be either a slightly longer tour, or a smaller group. We got 15 mins in one area to see 4 different things and although I can ready quickly there's no way I could see and read everything. Greta visit and I'd def recommend to Prince/music fans! read more
Wow! What an amazing experience that exceeded our expectations. The facility was state of the art in the late 80's when it opened and is super clean and well maintained. The tour guide was super knowledgeable and kept everyone engaged especially my 9 year old boy. It was so cool to see the unimaginable journey and challenges Prince overcame in his short lifetime. I really enjoyed hearing his hits throughout the tour that culminated with one of his live performances. Definitely an experience I will never forget! read more
This was easily my favorite part of my trip to Minnesota. I happened to visit on the day of Prince's death. I was unable to take the full tour because it had been booked out for months. I did get to how ever visit the NRG Sound room, grift shop and memorial. I was amazed by the music and videos that were on display in the sound room. They also displayed his outfits and guitars in an exhibit. The gift shop was filled with exclusive items that any Prince fan would love. From vinyl records, to t-shirts, to keychains, they have a little something for everyone. The memorial was very somber. It was a tunnel underneath the compound paying homage to Prince. There was a couple that came and burned sage in his honor. This was an amazing experience and I will definitely come back for the full tour. read more
I'm glad I got to experience Paisley Park! Prince was incredible and I'm glad to have been in his "space." It was a nice mix of the tour guide talking, listening to music and interviews and being able to explore on my own. The only 2 criticisms I have are: it was difficult to hear the tour guide at times (she was a very sweet and pleasant young lady) and there's so much to see in the atrium that we need more time. Overall, great experience! Thanks Prince for sharing your gift with the world and creating a place for fans to visit. read more
8 months ago
Where to begin... I can be a pretty decent writer, but I don't know that I can fully express what my pilgrimage to Paisley Park means to me in prose. If you're a true fan, and you haven't been... Go! It's so worth the price of admission. There are three different price points for tours. As a fan since my preteens, there is no way that I was visiting without receiving the full "Ultimate Experience." It was completely amazing and well-worth the $200. I'm not sure what the experience is for the lowest and mid price ticket levels. We did cross paths with them a time or two. However, I do know that they didn't receive the same amount of time there. The highlights for me were standing in P's favorite chill spots, where he watched basketball, his personal office, the recording studios, and the amazing shoe display room. I felt vibrations flow through my body, in certain rooms more than others. I cried for most of the tour, especially when I could undoubtedly feel P's presence. When we entered into the darkened shoe room, even though I could see flickers of colors, I had no idea what was to come. When the lights flicked on, I almost passed out! Trust that my descend to the floor would have been as dramatic as the reveal. The room housed hundreds of shoes, boots, and a few costumes. The shoes were tiny in size and made of the most exquisite looking fabrics. I honestly couldn't say what size they were. They seemed too small to even put my hand in. There was a video of the shoe designers playing. They were discussing how they, along with Prince, curated his signature look using a mold from a child's shoe. I couldn't concentrate on much else that was said. I was completely captivated by the beauty surrounding me. The shoes were displayed from floor to ceiling, so I spent most of my time in there with wide eyes and my head on a constant swivel up, down, and around. Some of the displays had placards indicating the occasion he'd worn the shoes. I saw the Super Bowl pair and a few from award show appearances. It was especially heartwarming to me to know that P and I have similar esthetics. His office furnishings, artwork, and decor choices were definitely my vibe. The videos we saw were of some of my favorite interviews and favorite performances. The music played from room to room were the jams. I sang, danced, clapped, and CRIED. I thought that I would be among folks who would do the same. I was almost in disbelief that I was the only one vibing. I couldn't tell if the other folk present were even Prince fans. I guess in the end, my culture really shows their excitement for music and nostalgia in outward expression. Others, not so much. Tommy, who served as our guide, was totally kindred, however, and was utterly amazing! He felt like a lifeline to me. I had read about him prior to my visit and was excited to hear his stories and connect with his deep respect and appreciation for P. Tommy had visited Paisley Park for years to attend various events. He shared with us that he had been invited to many of the impromptu performances that I had heard stories of in the media throughout the years. You know, where P would randomly have folks over at midnight for a concert. Tommy's stories of conversations with some of my personal favorite artists made the tour added to my excitement. I found myself fan-girling over Tommy when I was coherent enough to actually hear what he was saying. I asked him to take a picture with me at the end of the visit. He graciously obliged. There are other special touches such as having photos taken with P's instruments, the dope items sold in the gift shop, and snacks, particularly P's favorite cheesecake. The visit was likely the most thrilling ticketed "celebrity" experience that I've ever had. Even more exciting than seeing Prince in concert when I was young. I merely liked him then, but being in his home/his safe haven/his creative space after gaining more and more adoration for him throughout my formative years, considering the evolution of my sensuality and usual mode of operation developed through his music, movies and such, this was truly one of the highlights of my life. read more
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Is it ok to bring kids on the tour? Do you have to by a ticket for any age of child?
There are no tickets for children, and if they are young children, I would suggest you not bring them. Paisley Park is an experience for people who are fans, and I don't think you will be able to enjoy the experience if you have young children.
Does anyone know i purchased prince pasley park tickets people I'm giving tickets to id a suprise. Can they get in with ticket with my name on them.? And I wont be there
Yes they can get in. They will just check that the tickets are valid and scan them. They don't check the name of the ticket holder.
Does anyone know if you can purchase a tshirt while at Paisley Park?
Yes, lots of stuff, including shirts, to buy in gift shop at end of tour.
Is the ultimate experience worth the price of 160 for each ticket or should I just go VIP?
If you are a true Prince fan, yes, it's worth it to go all in for the ultimate experience. By true fan, I mean of course the man changed your life for the better with his music. It's a more intimate tour and only those fans who truly loved Prince…
I'm going to Paisley Park in Dec 2017? Does anyone have any tips for me? Something they would of liked to know before going?
Assuming you're a PurpleFam member...brace yourself as it is an emotional journey. You will experience some super high moments along with a few not so high moments which will bring you back to the reality that Prince is no longer with us.
I'm coming from Chicago via Minn/STP airport. Suggestions in where to stay overnight? In Minneapolis or closer by near lakes? Coming in a week
Hey there, if I where you I would not stay near the city (minneapolis) because it gets expensive and a lot of places will have you valet park , I would stay in Bloomington mn, because you will have more variety of hotels and more affordable as well…
Is the Paisley Park After Dark dance party suitable for middle school/high school aged kiddos? Or is it more an adult club experience?
While I've never attended a 'Saturday Paisley Park After Dark' I would assume it's more of an adult oriented club experience. It's modeled after the parties Prince used host through the years which would go into the early morning. Unlike those, this…
Hi what is the dress code if any for the Paisley Park after dark dance party?
No dress code, I saw club dress, business casual, and casual there without any comment from staff. So, be comfortable and enjoy.
I am trying to get in touch with the museum to ask a question, but the phone number is not in service, and they have not replied to my email. Does anyone know how to get in touch with Paisley Park?
We were just here -- the lady at the front desk said they have no working phone at Paisley Park. She said that when Prince was living he didn't allow cell phones or any devices on the premises so they are honoring his wishes. We LITERALLY had our…
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