Summit Avenue, Minneapolis (must see)
Summit Avenue is four and a half miles long and hosts 373 of the 440 homes representing the Victorian era. These houses were home to some of St. Paul's most prominent early families and represent a variety of architectural styles. Because of these homes' age, some of them even boast a reputation for being haunted that you're likely to find interesting.
The National Historic Landmarks on this street include the Frank B. Kellogg House, the F. Scott Fitzgerald House, and the James J. Hill House. National Register of Historic Places homes here include the Burbank–Livingston–Griggs House, the Pierce and Walter Butler House, and Dr. Ward Beebe House. Other important Historic Landmarks on this street include the Cathedral of Saint Paul and the Minnesota Governor's Residence.
The James J. Hill House is open for public tours on Wednesdays through Sundays. The homes that are viewable only from the outside offer plenty of excellent photo opportunities - take as much or as little time as you want, enjoying these historic beauties.
The National Historic Landmarks on this street include the Frank B. Kellogg House, the F. Scott Fitzgerald House, and the James J. Hill House. National Register of Historic Places homes here include the Burbank–Livingston–Griggs House, the Pierce and Walter Butler House, and Dr. Ward Beebe House. Other important Historic Landmarks on this street include the Cathedral of Saint Paul and the Minnesota Governor's Residence.
The James J. Hill House is open for public tours on Wednesdays through Sundays. The homes that are viewable only from the outside offer plenty of excellent photo opportunities - take as much or as little time as you want, enjoying these historic beauties.
Want to visit this sight? Check out these Self-Guided Walking Tours in Minneapolis. Alternatively, you can download the mobile app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" from Apple App Store or Google Play Store. The app turns your mobile device to a personal tour guide and it works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.
Summit Avenue on Map
Sight Name: Summit Avenue
Sight Location: Minneapolis, USA (See walking tours in Minneapolis)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Minneapolis, USA (See walking tours in Minneapolis)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Create Your Own Walk in Minneapolis
Creating your own self-guided walk in Minneapolis is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Minneapolis Introduction Walking Tour
Minneapolis is a major city in Minnesota, straddling the Mississippi River. Together with neighboring Saint Paul, the state capital of Minnesota, it forms the metropolitan area collectively known as the "Twin Cities."
Before European settlement, the site of Minneapolis was inhabited by Dakota people. The settlement was founded along Saint Anthony Falls — the only natural waterfall... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.2 Km or 2.6 Miles
Before European settlement, the site of Minneapolis was inhabited by Dakota people. The settlement was founded along Saint Anthony Falls — the only natural waterfall... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.2 Km or 2.6 Miles
Historical Churches
The "City of Lakes”, Minneapolis, doesn't pride itself solely on the lakes. In fact, you will be amazed by how many churches, cathedrals, and other places of worship are found throughout the city. These sacred structures have played a significant role in the development of Minneapolis and continue to serve as pillars of faith and community. Let's take a look at some of the most... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
University of Minnesota - Minneapolis Campus Walking Tour
Founded in 1851, seven years before Minnesota became a state, the University of Minnesota is one of the largest educational institutions in the United States. The university campus in the “Twin Cities” of Minneapolis and Saint Paul, spread along the bank of the Mississippi River, is a sprawling hub renowned for its rich academic environment and vibrant life.
One of the central gathering... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
One of the central gathering... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
Saint Paul Introduction Walking Tour
Saint Paul is a fantastic example of a city that has grown through a diverse range of cultures. The location near the Mississippi River helped make what would later become the city a significant center of local trade. The Dakota Sioux tribe were among the earliest residents, and European settlement that included French-Canadian fur traders and Catholic missionaries occurred during the 1830s to... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.4 Km or 2.1 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.4 Km or 2.1 Miles