Washington Avenue, Minneapolis

#242 among attractions in Minneapolis

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Washington Avenue is a major thoroughfare in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Starting north of Lowry Avenue, North Washington Avenue runs straight south, with Interstate 94 running alongside it until just south of West Broadway, when the freeway turns to the west. The street continues running straight until just south of Plymouth Avenue, where it turns in a southeasterly direction heading for Downtown Minneapolis. It forms the main thoroughfare through the Warehouse District. ()

Coordinates: 44°59'26"N, 93°16'51"W

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Central Minneapolis (North Loop)Minneapolis United States

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

Nearby attractions include: First Avenue, Target Field, Target Center, Mayo Clinic Square.

0.9 miS
Dancing, Nightlife, Art Deco architecture
First Avenue, Minneapolis
23 min walk • First Avenue is an iconic nightclub and music venue in the heart of Minneapolis, United States, known for launching the careers of numerous famous artists and bands. Established in 1970, the venue has become a cornerstone of the city's vibrant music scene.
0.6 miS
Sport venue, Sport
Target Field, Minneapolis
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Minneapolis, Target Field stands as a testament to the city's love for baseball and its commitment to revitalizing the downtown area. Opened in 2010, this modern ballpark is the home of Major League Baseball's Minnesota Twins and has quickly...
0.8 miS
Sport venue, Sport
Target Center, Minneapolis
21 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Minneapolis, the Target Center stands as a premier sports venue, playing host to a myriad of athletic events, concerts, and family shows. This multifunctional arena, with a seating capacity of over 18,000, is home to the NBA's Minnesota...
0.9 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Mayo Clinic Square, Minneapolis
23 min walk • Mayo Clinic Square, a bustling shopping center located in the heart of Minneapolis, has become a vibrant hub for both locals and visitors. This modern commercial complex is not just a destination for retail therapy; it offers a unique blend of shopping, dining,...
~1560 ftSE
Entertainment district, Nightlife, Romanesque architecture
North Loop, Minneapolis
8 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...
0.9 miS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Block E, Minneapolis
23 min walk • Mayo Clinic Square on Block E in downtown Minneapolis, is a building bounded by Hennepin Avenue, North 6th Street, North 7th Street, and 1st Avenue North.
0.9 miSE
Library
Minneapolis Central Library, Minneapolis
24 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.
0.8 miSE
Music venue
Mill City Nights, Minneapolis
20 min walk • Mill City Nights was a concert venue in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, with a capacity of about 1200 that opened in 2012 and was operated by AEG Live. It had no affiliation with the Mill City Museum or Mill City Live.
0.6 miSE
Museum, Modern art museum
Traffic Zone Center for Visual Art, Minneapolis
15 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.
0.8 miSE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts, Minneapolis
22 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.
0.9 miS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Rock club
Pantages Theatre, Minneapolis
24 min walk • The Pantages Theatre is a historic theatre in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The original building was a Beaux-Arts style twelve-story complex on Hennepin Avenue, designed by Kees & Colburn and operated by Alexander Pantages, a Greek immigrant who opened 500 theatres.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Washington Avenue?

Nearby attractions include North Loop, Minneapolis (8 min walk), Plymouth Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis (10 min walk), Traffic Zone Center for Visual Art, Minneapolis (15 min walk), Broadway Avenue Bridge, Minneapolis (17 min walk).

How to get to Washington Avenue by public transport?

The nearest stations to Washington Avenue:

Train

Target Field (14 min walk)

Light rail

Target Field • Lines: 901, 902 (14 min walk)
Warehouse District/Hennepin Avenue • Lines: 901, 902 (21 min walk)

Bus

Washington Av N • Lines: 3, 3A, 3B, 3K (15 min walk)
4 St Garage • Lines: 3, 3A, 3B, 3K (16 min walk)