Nicollet Island, Minneapolis

Name: Nicollet Island
Address: Minneapolis, United States

#158 among attractions in Minneapolis

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Nicollet Island is an island in the Mississippi River just north of Saint Anthony Falls in central Minneapolis, Minnesota. According to the United States Census Bureau the island has a land area of 194,407 square metres and a 2000 census population of 144 persons. The island makes up a large part of the city-designated Nicollet Island/East Bank neighborhood. The island is named for cartographer Joseph Nicollet, who mapped the Upper Mississippi in the 1830s. ()

Alternative names: Area: 48.04 acres (0.0751 mi²)Coordinates: 44°59'15"N, 93°15'48"W

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University (Nicollet Island - East Bank)Minneapolis United States

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Day trips

Nicollet Island – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Saint Anthony Falls, Stone Arch Bridge, Saint Anthony Main, Woodbury Lakes.

0.5 miSE
City falls with lock and dam tours
Saint Anthony Falls, Minneapolis
12 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...
0.6 miSE
Landmark span for pedestrians and bicycles
Stone Arch Bridge, Minneapolis
16 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...
0.4 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Saint Anthony Main, Minneapolis
11 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
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...
0.6 miSE
Park, Hiking trail, Bike trail
Mill Ruins Park, Minneapolis
15 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.
0.6 miW
Entertainment district, Nightlife, Romanesque architecture
North Loop, Minneapolis
16 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...
~1490 ftE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Minneapolis
8 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 miSW
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.
0.6 miSW
Museum, Modern art museum
Traffic Zone Center for Visual Art, Minneapolis
16 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.
~840 ftE
Bridge
Hennepin Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis
5 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.
0.5 miS
Entertainment, Ice skating, Ice rink
Minneapolis station, Minneapolis
14 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Nicollet Island?

Nearby attractions include Minneapolis BNSF Rail Bridge, Minneapolis (4 min walk), Hennepin Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis (5 min walk), Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis (5 min walk), Cedar Lake Trail, Minneapolis (5 min walk).

How to get to Nicollet Island by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nicollet Island:

Bus

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

Light rail

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

Train

Target Field (19 min walk)