Falls of St. Anthony
Beaches, Lakes, Rivers, City Parks & Gardens
Downtown
Outdoors, History, Engineering, Science
Mobility Obstacles: Stairs
Waterways
Busy/High traffic
This is a good place to get: Dinner
Lunch
Breakfast
Falls of St. Anthony
The Falls
Thunderous 32-Foot Torrent of Cascading Water
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W River Rd & Portland Ave Minneapolis, MN 55414 |
+1 612 627 5433 |
Description
In 1680, a Belgian friar named Father Louis Hennepin discovered a thunderous 32-foot torrent of cascading water that he named St. Anthony Falls. This scenic waterfall was thus responsible for the birth of Minnesota's largest city. Today the falls are well contained by concrete and stone block as well as a series of dams. They can be viewed best from the
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 24 hrs, dailyVisit Time: 30min-2hr
Average Wait Time: None
Price: Free
Payment Types: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX
Exposure
Outdoor with little or no covering.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
Automobile/Car
Bicycle
Bus
Motorbike/Scooter
Walking
Notes: Both banks of the river are lined with walking and biking paths connected to the city's Grand Rounds. Rent a Segway, a two-wheel motorized scooter, at Segway Magical History Tour (125 Main St SE, +1 952 888 9200) and take a tour of the falls area.
Parking Availability: Yes
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