Hennepin Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis

Name: Hennepin Avenue Bridge
Address: Minneapolis, United States

#91 among attractions in Minneapolis

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The Hennepin Avenue Bridge is the structure that carries Hennepin County State Aid Highway 52, Hennepin Avenue, across the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, Minnesota, at Nicollet Island. Officially, it is the Father Louis Hennepin Bridge, in honor of the 17th-century explorer Louis Hennepin, who was the first European to see the Saint Anthony Falls, a short distance downriver. Two of the three previous structures have been suspension bridges, while a third—which existed nearly a century—was composed of steel arch spans. The original crossing, which opened as a toll bridge on January 23, 1855, is believed to have been the first permanent span across the Mississippi at any point. Other bridges were completed in 1876, 1891, and most recently 1990. Today, the bridge's main span is 190 metres in length. ()

Opened: 1990 (35 years ago)Length: 1037 ftWidth: 135 ftCoordinates: 44°59'12"N, 93°15'36"W

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University (Nicollet Island - East Bank)Minneapolis United States

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Hennepin Avenue Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mill City Museum, Saint Anthony Falls, Stone Arch Bridge, Guthrie Theater.

0.6 miS
Innovative look at the flour industry
Mill City Museum, Minneapolis
15 min walk • Nestled along the historic Mississippi riverfront in Minneapolis, the Mill City Museum stands as a testament to the city's flour milling heritage. Housed within the ruins of what was once the world's largest flour mill, the Washburn A Mill, the museum is a flagship...
~1860 ftS
City falls with lock and dam tours
Saint Anthony Falls, Minneapolis
9 min walk • Saint Anthony Falls, the only natural major waterfall on the Upper Mississippi River, is a captivating landmark in the heart of Minneapolis, United States. Once the centerpiece of the region's thriving milling industry, the falls have a storied history that has shaped...
0.5 miSE
Landmark span for pedestrians and bicycles
Stone Arch Bridge, Minneapolis
13 min walk • The Stone Arch Bridge stands as a testament to the rich industrial history of Minneapolis and is a beloved landmark in the cityscape. This former railroad bridge, constructed in 1883, crosses the Mississippi River at Saint Anthony Falls and is recognized as a key...
0.6 miS
Iconic venue with 3 stages, food and bars
Guthrie Theater, Minneapolis
17 min walk • Nestled along the scenic Mississippi Riverfront in Minneapolis, the Guthrie Theater stands as a beacon of the performing arts in the Midwest. Established in 1963, this renowned cultural institution was founded by the visionary director Sir Tyrone Guthrie, who sought a...
~1370 ftSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Saint Anthony Main, Minneapolis
7 min walk • Nestled along the historic Mississippi riverfront, Saint Anthony Main stands as a charming and vibrant shopping center in the heart of Minneapolis. This quaint district is a blend of the old and the new, where 19th-century architecture meets contemporary boutiques...
0.6 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Woodbury Lakes, Minneapolis
15 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Minneapolis, Woodbury Lakes stands as a premier shopping destination that caters to a diverse array of consumer needs and preferences. This sprawling shopping center, known for its open-air layout, offers visitors an enjoyable retail...
0.5 miS
Park, Hiking trail, Bike trail
Mill Ruins Park, Minneapolis
12 min walk • Mill Ruins Park, nestled in the heart of Minneapolis, United States, offers a unique window into the industrial past of the city. Situated along the Mississippi River, this park is a testament to the flour milling industry that once powered Minneapolis' economy.
~670 ftE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Minneapolis
4 min walk • Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish church of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis located in Minneapolis, Minnesota in the United States.
0.5 miS
Entertainment, Ice skating, Ice rink
Minneapolis station, Minneapolis
13 min walk • The Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Depot Freight House and Train Shed, now officially named The Depot, is a historic railroad depot in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. At its peak, the station served 29 trains per day.
~340 ftSE
Bridge
Merriam Street Bridge, Minneapolis
2 min walk • Merriam Street Bridge is a truss bridge that spans the east channel of the Mississippi River between Nicollet Island and the east bank of the river in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
~1230 ftS
Bridge
Third Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis
6 min walk • The Third Avenue Bridge is a landmark structure of the city of Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, originally known as the St. Anthony Falls Bridge. It carries road traffic across the Mississippi River and upper fringes of Saint Anthony Falls.

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Which popular attractions are close to Hennepin Avenue Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Merriam Street Bridge, Minneapolis (2 min walk), Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Minneapolis (4 min walk), La Rive Condominiums, Minneapolis (4 min walk), Nicollet Island/East Bank, Minneapolis (4 min walk).

How to get to Hennepin Avenue Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hennepin Avenue Bridge:

Bus

Wilder St • Lines: 4B, 4G (2 min walk)
De Lasalle Dr • Lines: 4, 4A, 4L, 4P (3 min walk)

Light rail

Government Plaza • Lines: 901, 902 (19 min walk)
Nicollet Mall • Lines: 901, 902 (19 min walk)

Train

Target Field (23 min walk)