Downtown Duluth Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Duluth
Popular places to visit
Aerial Lift Bridge
You can find out about the history of Duluth with a visit to Aerial Lift Bridge. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Bayfront Festival Park
You can take time to visit Bayfront Festival Park during your travels to Duluth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
North Shore Scenic Railroad
You can spend time exploring the galleries in North Shore Scenic Railroad during your travels in Duluth. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Spirit Mountain
Hit the slopes in Duluth with a visit to Spirit Mountain. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Duluth Entertainment Convention Center during your trip to Duluth. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
AMSOIL Arena
Catch an event at AMSOIL Arena during your trip to Duluth. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Activities
15-Mile Aerial Helicopter Tour over Duluth and Superior
30-Mile North Shore Helicopter Tour
60-Mile Ultimate Helicopter Tour over Duluth and Lake Superior's North Shore
Self-Guided Audio Tour Lake Superior North Shore
15-Mile Aerial Helicopter Tour over Duluth and Superior
30-Mile North Shore Helicopter Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Duluth Hotel Deals
Lift Bridge Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Lovely
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
The Suites Hotel at Waterfront Plaza
The front staff were wonderful. The manager Britney was unavailable for a concern. My daughter and I used the hot tub yesterday. Our bathing suits ended up bleached out and ruined. They said they tested the chemicals and it was fine. There had to be some type of high level of chemicals to do this. ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Canal Park Lodge
The breakfast was very good with a wide variety of menu items. Staff was friendly and helpful. The pool was very nice, with the exception of the tacky claw games in the pool area.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Pier B Resort
Always a great place to stay. Staff is always nice, we love the shuttle. Rooms are cozy and the hot tub is top notch.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Radisson Hotel Duluth - Harborview
Did not visit restaurant for breakfast. Used older parking structure since is was closer and mostly empty. That place is a pit. Falling down, water pouring everywhere, puddles verging on ponds, potholes.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Duluth Downtown by IHG
Did not go into bar
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Duluth
Canal Park
Canal Park is known for its panoramic lake views, and you can see some sights area like Great Lakes Aquarium and AMSOIL Arena.
Observation Hill
While Observation Hill isn't home to many top sights, Lake Superior Railroad Museum and The St. Louis County Depot are some notable places to visit nearby.
Central Hillside
When in Central Hillside, you can plan a visit to Fond-du-Luth Casino and Lakewalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
East Hillside
If you're spending some time in East Hillside, Lakewalk and Lake Superior are top sights worth seeing.
Lincoln Park
While visiting Lincoln Park, you might make a stop by sights like Duluth Children's Museum and Duluth Heritage Sports Center.
Endion
Though Endion may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Glensheen Historic Estate and Lakewalk.
