Minneapolis BNSF Rail Bridge, Minneapolis

Name: Minneapolis BNSF Rail Bridge
Address: Minneapolis, United States

#199 among attractions in Minneapolis

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Minneapolis BNSF Rail Bridge, Minneapolis

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Minneapolis BNSF Rail Bridge is a combination plate girder bridge and truss bridge that spans the main channel of the Mississippi River between downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota and Nicollet Island in Minneapolis. It is located adjacent to the current Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis. ()

Opened: 1893 (131 years ago)Length: 550 ftWidth: 33 ftCoordinates: 44°59'16"N, 93°15'57"W

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University (Nicollet Island - East Bank)Minneapolis United States

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Day trips

Minneapolis BNSF Rail Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Saint Anthony Falls, Saint Anthony Main, Woodbury Lakes, Mill Ruins Park.

0.5 miSE
City falls with lock and dam tours
Saint Anthony Falls, Minneapolis
14 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
Shopping, Shopping centre
Saint Anthony Main, Minneapolis
14 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 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Woodbury Lakes, Minneapolis
16 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...
0.6 miSE
Park, Hiking trail, Bike trail
Mill Ruins Park, Minneapolis
17 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.
0.5 miW
Entertainment district, Nightlife, Romanesque architecture
North Loop, Minneapolis
13 min walk • North Loop, once an industrial area with abandoned warehouses and factories, has transformed into one of Minneapolis's most vibrant entertainment districts. Nestled near the banks of the Mississippi River, this neighborhood combines historic charm with modern flair...
0.4 miE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Minneapolis
11 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.
0.6 miS
Library
Minneapolis Central Library, Minneapolis
15 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.
0.5 miSW
Museum, Modern art museum
Traffic Zone Center for Visual Art, Minneapolis
14 min walk • The Traffic Zone Center for Visual Art is an artist cooperative located in the historic Warehouse District of downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.
~1520 ftE
Bridge
Hennepin Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis
8 min walk • 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.
0.6 miS
Entertainment, Ice skating, Ice rink
Minneapolis station, Minneapolis
15 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.
0.7 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts, Minneapolis
17 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Minneapolis BNSF Rail Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Cedar Lake Trail, Minneapolis (3 min walk), Nicollet Island, Minneapolis (4 min walk), Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis (6 min walk), Aria Mpls, Minneapolis (7 min walk).

How to get to Minneapolis BNSF Rail Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Minneapolis BNSF Rail Bridge:

Bus

De Lasalle Dr • Lines: 4, 4A, 4L, 4P (6 min walk)
Wilder St • Lines: 4B, 4G (7 min walk)

Train

Target Field (17 min walk)

Light rail

Warehouse District/Hennepin Avenue • Lines: 901, 902 (17 min walk)
Nicollet Mall • Lines: 901, 902 (18 min walk)