Basilica of St. Mary, Minneapolis

Name: Basilica of St. Mary
Address: 88 17th St N, Minneapolis, 55403-1295, United States
Telephone: +1 612-333-1381

#139 among attractions in Minneapolis

Church, Sacred and religious sites, Architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Basilica of Saint Mary is a Roman Catholic minor basilica located on its own city block along Hennepin Avenue between 16th & 17th Streets in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. It was the first basilica established in the United States. The Basilica of Saint Mary is the co-cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1907 (117 years ago)Architectural style: Renaissance revivalCoordinates: 44°58'23"N, 93°17'11"W

Address

88 17th St NCentral Minneapolis (Loring Park)Minneapolis 55403-1295 United States

Contact

+1 612-333-1381

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Day trips

Basilica of St. Mary – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dakota Jazz Club, Spoonbridge and Cherry, Target Plaza South, Walker Art Center.

0.5 miE
Nightlife, Dancing
Dakota Jazz Club, Minneapolis
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, the Dakota Jazz Club stands as a beacon of the city's vibrant music scene. This esteemed venue has been a cornerstone for live jazz since it opened its doors in 1985, offering an intimate setting where audiences can enjoy...
~1260 ftSW
Monuments and statues
Spoonbridge and Cherry, Minneapolis
7 min walk • The Spoonbridge and Cherry sculpture is an iconic landmark nestled within the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden in Minneapolis, United States. Conceived by the imaginative minds of Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, this whimsical piece of public art has been charming...
0.6 miE
Shopping, Department store, Modernist architecture
Target Plaza South, Minneapolis
15 min walk • Target Plaza South is a notable skyscraper that punctuates the skyline of Minneapolis, Minnesota. As a prominent feature of the city's architecture, this building is part of the larger Target Plaza complex, which serves as the headquarters for the Target Corporation...
0.4 miS
Well-known contemporary art museum
Walker Art Center, Minneapolis
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Minneapolis, the Walker Art Center stands as a beacon of contemporary art and culture. This prestigious museum, renowned for its innovative and diverse collection, offers a dynamic array of visual, performing, and media arts.
~1240 ftSW
Notable modern sculptures and landscaping
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, Minneapolis
6 min walk • The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is a vibrant fusion of art and nature, nestled in the heart of Minneapolis, United States. This open-air museum, established in 1988, spans 11 acres and is renowned for its remarkable collection of over 40 sculptures by acclaimed...
0.6 miE
Nightlife, Music and shows, Theater
Orchestra Hall, Minneapolis
15 min walk • Orchestra Hall, located on 11th Street at Peavey Plaza, between Nicollet Mall and Marquette Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, is home to the Minnesota Orchestra. It is a major landmark of the southern portion of Nicollet Mall and home to many events throughout the year, in addition to being the Orchestra's home.
0.5 miNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Orpheum Theatre, Minneapolis
13 min walk • Orpheum Theatre is a theater located in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is one of four restored theaters on Hennepin Avenue, along with the Pantages Theatre, the State Theatre and the Shubert Theatre.
0.5 miNE
Theater, Comedy club, Concerts and shows
Brave New Workshop, Minneapolis
14 min walk • The Brave New Workshop Comedy Theater, is a sketch and improvisational comedy theater based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Brave New Workshop has been writing, performing and producing live sketch comedy and improvised performances for 61 years – longer than any other theater in the nation.
0.5 miE
Park
Peavey Plaza, Minneapolis
14 min walk • Peavey Plaza is a public outdoor event space in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota at the south end of Nicollet Mall between South 11th and 12th Streets. The sunken plaza and its amphitheater were designed by landscape architect M. Paul Friedberg and built in 1975 alongside Orchestra Hall.
0.5 miE
Romanesque architecture, Church
Westminster Presbyterian Church, Minneapolis
14 min walk • Westminster Presbyterian Church is a Presbyterian Church located in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. Its current location is the third location in downtown in over 140 years. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
~1890 ftSW
Sport, Sport venue
Parade Stadium, Minneapolis
10 min walk • Parade Stadium is a former football stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It was Minneapolis's first public football stadium. The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board built the 16,560-seat stadium at The Parade, a park just west of downtown, in 1951.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Basilica of St. Mary open?

Basilica of St. Mary is open:

Monday 6:30 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 6:30 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 6:30 am - 5 pm
Thursday 6:30 am - 5 pm
Friday 6:30 am - 5 pm
Saturday 8 am - 6:30 pm
Sunday 6:30 am - 7:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Basilica of St. Mary?

Nearby attractions include Loring Park, Minneapolis (4 min walk), Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, Minneapolis (6 min walk), Spoonbridge and Cherry, Minneapolis (7 min walk), 110 Grant Apartments, Minneapolis (9 min walk).

How to get to Basilica of St. Mary by public transport?

The nearest stations to Basilica of St. Mary:

Bus

Maple St • Lines: 4, 4B, 4G (2 min walk)
16 St • Lines: 4, 4A, 4L, 4P (2 min walk)

Light rail

Target Field • Lines: 901, 902 (21 min walk)
Warehouse District/Hennepin Avenue • Lines: 901, 902 (21 min walk)

Train

Target Field (22 min walk)