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Stone Arch Bridge

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #62 of 172 attractions in Minneapolis
Traveller Description:
Considered the only bridge of its kind, this soaring structure is made of native granite and limestone measuring 2,100 feet in length across the... more » Considered the only bridge of its kind, this soaring structure is made of native granite and limestone measuring 2,100 feet in length across the mighty Mississippi. « less
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Attraction type: Bridge, Waterfall, Landmark/point of interest
Address: West River Road and Portland Ave
Minnesota Historical Society Minneapolis, MN 55414
Tel: 612-627-5433

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4 of 5 stars
Minneapolis, Minnesota
21 May 2007

An interesting historical site with less than spectacular views. The bridge is next to a park that highlights the milling history of Minneapolis. There are miles of trails along the river and this is an excellent area for walking or biking. The bridge is conveniently reached on foot from downtown Minneapolis, simply head East to the river and you will... more

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3 of 5 stars
Bismarck, ND
11 Nov 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

Interesting look and it's nice that they've made into a pedestrian bridge. Allows you to take a nice walk across the Mississippi. You see St. Anthony Falls and the lock system. more

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2 of 5 stars
Akron, OH
6 Jul 2005
3/6 found this review helpful

We were following the AAA scenic drive in Minneapolis along W. River Road and found this site. We pulled into a space on a Sunday afternoon (July 3, no less) and ran with kids in tow to the observation deck. We were able to make it just in time to see a boat lowered in the lock. It was very... more

16 Jul 2004
7/8 found this review helpful

Interesting former RR bridge now converted for pedestrians. You get a nice view of the river with St. Anthony's falls as you walk across. The whole heritage trail along both sides gives a nice introduction to the history. There are good signs and explanation plaques. If you get a ship in the Upper Locks this is a good place to... more

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Stone Arch Bridge Address

West River Road and Portland Ave, Minnesota Historical Society, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Tel: 612-627-5433