50 South Sixth

50 South Sixth is a commercial tower in downtown Minneapolis with a glass and steel exterior rising 30 stories above the street. The structure provides large office floors with floor-to-ceiling windows and connects directly to the city's indoor skyway system.

The tower was built in 2001, replacing an earlier building that had stood on the site since the previous era. Its construction marked a period of significant downtown renewal and modernization.

The building shapes how people experience downtown Minneapolis as a business hub, with companies choosing to locate here as the city grew into a major corporate center. Its presence on the skyline reflects the area's role in the region's economic development.

The building connects to the skyway system, allowing you to walk between downtown buildings without going outside. This is especially helpful during winter months when walking above street level keeps you dry and warm.

The oversized windows running from front to back offer views across the entire downtown area from upper floors. Few visitors realize that the window design was carefully engineered to manage heat and light throughout the day.

Location: Minneapolis

Inception: 2001

Floors above the ground: 30

GPS coordinates: 44.97830,-93.27180

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:07