City of Lakes Building, Minneapolis

Name: City of Lakes Building
Address: 309 2nd Ave. S, Minneapolis, United States

#194 among attractions in Minneapolis

Romanesque architecture

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The Metropolitan Building, originally known as the Northwestern Guaranty Loan Building, is considered to be one of the most architecturally significant structures in the history of Minneapolis, Minnesota. It stood from 1890 until it was torn down starting in 1961 as part of major urban renewal efforts in the city that saw about 40% of the downtown district razed and replaced with new structures. At the time, the pending destruction of the Richardsonian Romanesque building provided a catalyst for historic preservation movements in the city and across the state. ()

Completed: 1890 (134 years ago)Demolished: 1961Floors: 12Coordinates: 44°58'45"N, 93°15'58"W

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309 2nd Ave. SCentral Minneapolis (Downtown West)Minneapolis United States

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City of Lakes Building – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Nicollet Mall, Gaviidae Common, Woodbury Lakes, Wells Fargo Center.

~1800 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping district
Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, Nicollet Mall stands as a vibrant and bustling shopping district, drawing locals and tourists alike with its unique blend of retail, dining, and cultural experiences. This pedestrian-friendly thoroughfare, stretching over...
~1370 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Gaviidae Common, Minneapolis
7 min walk • Gaviidae Common, nestled in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, stands as a multi-level shopping center known for its unique blend of retail and office spaces. This urban retail destination offers a variety of shopping options to cater to the needs of both local...
~370 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Woodbury Lakes, Minneapolis
2 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...
~1580 ftSW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Wells Fargo Center, Minneapolis
8 min walk • Wells Fargo Center, located in the heart of Minneapolis in the United States, is one of the most distinctive and recognizable buildings in the city's skyline. Although it does not function as a museum in the traditional sense of the word, it is certainly a place that...
0.4 miE
Park, Hiking trail, Bike trail
Mill Ruins Park, Minneapolis
11 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.
~860 ftNW
Library
Minneapolis Central Library, Minneapolis
5 min walk • Minneapolis Central Library, a library in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, is the largest library of the Hennepin County Library public library system.
~1170 ftS
Romanesque architecture, Architecture, City hall
Minneapolis City Hall, Minneapolis
6 min walk • Minneapolis City Hall and Hennepin County Courthouse, designed by Long and Kees in 1888, is the main building used by the city government of Minneapolis, as well as by Hennepin County, in the U.S. state of Minnesota.
~1760 ftSW
Bridge
Minneapolis Skyway System, Minneapolis
9 min walk • The Minneapolis Skyway System is an interlinked collection of enclosed pedestrian footbridges that connect various buildings in 80 full city blocks over 9.5 miles of Downtown Minneapolis, enabling people to walk in climate-controlled comfort year-round.
~930 ftE
Entertainment, Ice skating, Ice rink
Minneapolis station, Minneapolis
5 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.
~1790 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts, Minneapolis
9 min walk • The Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts is a performing arts center and flagship for dance in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.
~1220 ftS
Library
Hennepin County Law Library, Minneapolis
6 min walk • The Hennepin County Law Library is a law library located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, founded in 1883.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to City of Lakes Building?

Nearby attractions include Fifth Street Towers, Minneapolis (4 min walk), 100 Washington Square, Minneapolis (4 min walk), Minneapolis Central Library, Minneapolis (5 min walk), Soo Line Building, Minneapolis (5 min walk).

How to get to City of Lakes Building by public transport?

The nearest stations to City of Lakes Building:

Bus

2 Av S • Lines: 3, 3A, 3B, 3K (2 min walk)
2 Av / 3 Av S • Lines: 3A, 3B, 3C, 3E, 3K, 3S (2 min walk)

Light rail

Government Plaza • Lines: 901, 902 (5 min walk)
Nicollet Mall • Lines: 901, 902 (5 min walk)

Train

Target Field (16 min walk)