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Stone Arch Bridge

West River Road and Portland Ave, Minnesota Historical Society, Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-627-5433
Ranked #5 of 101 attractions in Minneapolis
4.5 of 5 stars 85 Reviews
Type: Bridges, Waterfalls, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Owner 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 » Owner 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 mighty Mississippi. « less
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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

My wife and I take the dogs for a walk on the bridge a couple of times per year. The view is spectacular and you can't miss on the connecting trails. More

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Bloomington, Minnesota
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Rugged, elegant backdrop to the flowing Mississippi River More

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Arusha, Tanzania
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60 reviews 60 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012

Great green space in the city and a little way to learn some history. More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012
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If you get a chance to visit, spend some time in the ruins parks on both sides of the bridge. I've been living in Minneapolis for almost 20 years now, and never get sick of going there. The bridge itself can be a little crowded at times, but its never really an issue. More

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minneapolis
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

If you are visiting msp, take a walk down to st. Anthony main and the stone arc bridge. Have a coffee and a glass of wine, More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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65 reviews 65 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

I love the Stone Arch Bridge. It is in such a great spot in Minneapolis, right between the old mill districts and just south of St. Anthony falls (the largest drop on the whole Mississippi). If you are kayaking under, biking, running, walking over, the bridge offers great views and looks completely unique. More

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Saint Paul, Minnesota
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

A beautiful and graceful span, with arches evocative of the best of Roman architecture, but built of local limestone. More

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Thunder Bay, Canada
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

Walk the interpretive trails from one side of the Mississippi to the other. This heritage bridge was once home to trains! More

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Minneapolis
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012
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Great views of the Mississippi, and downtown, a relaxing walk, cycle, or trolley bus ride across. Always open and a joy to look at. More

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Appleton, Wisconsin
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 7, 2012
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This bridge is beautiful over the river. It is filled with dog walkers, jiggers and cyclists(no motorized vehicles). Situated in the old factory district which in itself is just really cool. Take your camera!! More

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