Prospect Park, Minneapolis

Name: Prospect Park
Address: Minneapolis, United States

#348 among attractions in Minneapolis

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Prospect Park is a historic neighborhood within the University community of the U.S. city of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The area is bounded by the Mississippi River to the south, the City of Saint Paul, Minnesota to the east, the Burlington Northern railroad yard to the north, and the Stadium Village commercial district of the University of Minnesota to the west. The neighborhood is composed of several districts which include the East River Road area. The 1913 Prospect Park Water Tower is a landmark and neighborhood icon. ()

Area: 1.24 mi²Coordinates: 44°58'7"N, 93°12'59"W

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Prospect Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Huntington Bank Stadium, Mariucci Arena, Weisman Art Museum, Williams Arena.

0.7 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Huntington Bank Stadium, Minneapolis
18 min walk • Huntington Bank Stadium stands as a modern coliseum in the heart of Minneapolis, serving as a beacon for sports enthusiasts and a rallying point for the community. Opened in 2009 and situated on the campus of the University of Minnesota, this outdoor stadium is...
0.9 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Mariucci Arena, Minneapolis
23 min walk • Mariucci Arena, a beacon of collegiate ice hockey, stands proudly in the heart of Minneapolis, United States. This premier sports venue is home to the University of Minnesota's Golden Gophers men's hockey team, a powerhouse in the collegiate circuit.
1.1 miW
Modern space with paintings and ceramics
Weisman Art Museum, Minneapolis
28 min walk • The Weisman Art Museum, a striking landmark in the heart of Minneapolis, stands as a testament to the city's vibrant cultural scene. This museum, known for its contemporary art collection, is housed in a visually arresting building designed by the renowned architect...
0.8 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Williams Arena, Minneapolis
21 min walk • Williams Arena, affectionately known as "The Barn," is a storied sports venue located in the heart of Minneapolis, United States. With its signature raised floor and intimate atmosphere, it has been the epicenter of Minnesota basketball since its doors opened in 1928.
1 miW
Cinema, Nightlife
Coffman Memorial Union, Minneapolis
25 min walk • Coffman Memorial Union, located on the campus of the University of Minnesota in the heart of Minneapolis, serves as a vibrant hub for students, faculty, and visitors alike. Named after former university president Lotus Delta Coffman, the Union was established in 1939...
1.1 miNW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
Northrop Auditorium, Minneapolis
28 min walk • Cyrus Northrop Memorial Auditorium is a performing arts venue at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is named in honor of Cyrus Northrop, the university's second president. Various events are held within the building, including concerts, ballet performances, lectures, and graduations.
1.2 miW
Bridge
Washington Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis
32 min walk • The Washington Avenue Bridge carries County Road 122 and the METRO Green Line light rail across the Mississippi River in Minneapolis and connects the East Bank and West Bank portions of the University of Minnesota campus.
0.5 miNE
Nightlife
Surly Brewing Co., Minneapolis
12 min walk • The Surly Brewing Company is an American craft brewery with facilities in Minneapolis and Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, and is noted for primarily canning beers, rather than bottling.
~960 ftE
Park
Tower Hill Park, Minneapolis
5 min walk • Tower Hill Park marks the northern boundary of Prospect Park, a hilly residential neighborhood in southeast Minneapolis. The 4.7-acre city park is bounded on the northeast by University Avenue, the east by Clarence Avenue, the south by Seymour Avenue, the southwest by Orlin Avenue, and the northwest by Malcolm Avenue.
0.8 miNW
Neighbourhood
University, Minneapolis
20 min walk • University is a neighborhood within the greater University community in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is almost completely occupied by the Minneapolis campus of the University of Minnesota, hence the name.
1.3 miW
Park
Bohemian Flats, Minneapolis
34 min walk • Bohemian Flats is a park in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States on the west bank of the Mississippi River below the Washington Avenue Bridge and adjacent to the University of Minnesota campus.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Prospect Park?

Nearby attractions include Prospect Park Water Tower, Minneapolis (5 min walk), Tower Hill Park, Minneapolis (5 min walk), WaHu Student Apartments, Minneapolis (12 min walk), Hub, Minneapolis (12 min walk).

How to get to Prospect Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Prospect Park:

Light rail

Prospect Park • Lines: 902 (6 min walk)
Westgate • Lines: 902 (13 min walk)

Bus

Malcolm Av • Lines: 67C (8 min walk)
River Terrace E • Lines: 67, 67C (8 min walk)