Washington Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis

Name: Washington Avenue Bridge
Address: Mississippi River, Minneapolis, United States

#42 among attractions in Minneapolis

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Facts and practical information

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. The bridge has two decks, with the lower deck designated for motor vehicle traffic and light rail trains and the upper deck used for pedestrians and bicycles. It is a utilitarian structure with simple architecture, but it has cultural significance because thousands of students, faculty, staff, and visitors walk across it every day. ()

Opened: 1965 (59 years ago)Coordinates: 44°58'22"N, 93°14'27"W

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Mississippi RiverUniversity (Cedar-Riverside)Minneapolis United States

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

Nearby attractions include: Weisman Art Museum, Williams Arena, Day Block Brewing Company, Coffman Memorial Union.

~960 ftE
Modern space with paintings and ceramics
Weisman Art Museum, Minneapolis
5 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...
0.7 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Williams Arena, Minneapolis
18 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.
0.6 miW
Nightlife
Day Block Brewing Company, Minneapolis
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Minneapolis, Day Block Brewing Company is a vibrant hub for craft beer enthusiasts and foodies alike. Housed in the historic Day Block Building, this brewery offers a unique blend of contemporary flavors and old-world charm.
~1480 ftE
Cinema, Nightlife
Coffman Memorial Union, Minneapolis
8 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...
~1890 ftNE
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
Northrop Auditorium, Minneapolis
10 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.
0.4 miSW
Nightlife, Music and shows, Theater
The Cedar Cultural Center, Minneapolis
11 min walk • The Cedar Cultural Center is a music venue in Cedar-Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States near the West Bank campus of the University of Minnesota. It is a 503 non-profit organization and operated by volunteers.
0.4 miSW
Nightlife
Palmer's Bar, Minneapolis
12 min walk • Palmer's Bar is a dive bar and music venue located in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Known for its strong drinks, the bar serves as a live music venue at night.
~1780 ftNW
Bridge
10th Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis
9 min walk • The 10th Avenue Bridge crosses the Mississippi River near downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota and also in proximity to the University of Minnesota.
0.6 miN
Library
Arvonne Fraser Library, Minneapolis
15 min walk • Arvonne Fraser Library is a public library in Minneapolis, serving the University community. Designed by Ralph Rapson and built in 1963, the library is an example of brutalist architecture.
~1870 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
The Southern Theater, Minneapolis
10 min walk • The Southern Theater is located in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Built in 1910 as a cultural center and legitimate theater for the burgeoning Scandinavian community centered on Cedar Avenue, the Southern has been re-established as a center for contemporary performing arts over the past quarter-century.
~1010 ftSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Rarig Center, Minneapolis
5 min walk • The Rarig Center is a brutalist theater, television, radio, and classroom building on the University of Minnesota's campus in the West Bank neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota, US.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Washington Avenue Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Jean-Nickolaus Tretter Collection in Gay, Minneapolis (3 min walk), Ted Mann Concert Hall, Minneapolis (5 min walk), Bohemian Flats, Minneapolis (5 min walk), Weisman Art Museum, Minneapolis (5 min walk).

How to get to Washington Avenue Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Washington Avenue Bridge:

Bus

Washington Avenue & West Bank • Lines: 2, 2A, 2C, 2E, 3, 3A, 3B, 3C, 3E, 3K, 3S, 3U, 789 (4 min walk)
Washington Avenue & Coffman Union • Lines: 2, 2A, 2C, 2E, 789 (7 min walk)

Light rail

West Bank • Lines: 902 (7 min walk)
East Bank • Lines: 902 (13 min walk)