Historic Fort Snelling

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Top 5% of attractions in Minneapolis-Saint Paul
8 / 10

4 expert reviews
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Tour a fort by the river."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Begun in 1819, Fort Snelling ranks as the westernmost fort built by the US government after the War of 1812." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Costumed guides are the focus of a living history reenactment during the summer months, re-creating the activities of everyday army life during the 1820s. " Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"East of the mall, Fort Snelling is the state's oldest structure, established in 1820 as a frontier outpost in the remote Northwest Territory." Full review