Minneapolis Skyway Walking Tour
A great tour year-round, especially if you're visiting in the winter months! Minneapolis is home to the largest, contiguous skyway system in the world! Originally designed to counter the 1950s post war suburban boom by revitalizing the city's retail core, today the second story walkways connect 80 city blocks and meander more than 9 miles. This is a great way to see the city - inside and out - during cool weather, hot weather, rainy days and the brutally long Minnesota winter, so pretty much year-round! There are so many treasures within downtown's unique architectural landscape, and the skyway system is sometimes the only way to see them. The skyway is such a huge part of our city's identity, the Replacements even wrote a song about it, aptly named Skyway. Choosing Mpls City & Skyway Tours, you are supporting a local, woman-owned small business with a big heart. (Please note, this is a walking tour. We will walk up to two miles, with breaks. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water.)
Departure Point
- We will meet at the big "W" in the W Hotel lobby in the Foshay Tower.
Return Details
- We will meet at the big "W" in the W Hotel lobby in the Foshay Tower.
Duration
2 hours and 15 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Foshay Tower
821 Marquette Ave, , Minneapolis, Minnesota
We'll ascend into the second-story walkway from the Foshay Tower to begin the tour. We come full circle, returning to the Foshay Tower at the end of the tour where you can take advantage of the opportunity to check out the city from the 31st floor of the only outdoor observation deck in the city!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Minneapolis Skyway System
101 S 7th St, , Minneapolis, Minnesota
Walk into one of the original skyways, where it all began.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Capella Tower
225 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Artwork by light sculptor, Jason Krugman, and glasswork by Chihuly.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Minneapolis Public Service Building
505 South 4th Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Large public art collection
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Minneapolis City Hall
350 S 5th St, , Minneapolis, Minnesota
This extraordinary City Hall took nearly 20 years to build and while not connected to the skyway system, it is connected to an underground tunnel which we will use to visit the Federal Courthouse. Inside the rotunda you'll have the chance to rub the big toe of the Father of Waters statue for good luck.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: The Westin Minneapolis
88 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Historical bank building turned modern hotel. Elements of the original lobby are still in place.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Nicollet
Nicollet, Minnesota
This mile-long transit mall (street) running through the center of downtown, and historically the city's shopping district, is now home to an impressive public art collection and lined by bars and restaurants overflowing onto the sidewalks during the summer months.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Mary Tyler Moore Statue
700 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Toss your hat with Mary. Who can turn the world on with her smile?
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: The Dayton's Project
700 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Rebranded Dayton's
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: IDS Building
80 S 8th St, Downtown, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Crystal Court in the IDS Center is the heart of the Minneapolis skyway system. The IDS still holds the title of tallest, since 1972!
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- MN Born and Raised Tour Guide
- 2.5-hour skyway walking tour
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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