Canal Park Travel Guide
Duluth
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 waterfront.
Spirit Mountain
Hit the slopes in Duluth with a visit to Spirit Mountain. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
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.
Things to do
Lake Superior North Shore Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
15-Mile Aerial Helicopter Tour over Duluth and Superior
60-Mile Ultimate Helicopter Tour over Duluth and Lake Superior's North Shore
Top hotels in Canal Park
Canal Park Lodge
The breakfast was not very good. Eggs were very watery, no creamer for coffee, it was out and they didn’t refill, orange juice was almost pure water. Hotel in general was great, I just feel they need to up their breakfast game!
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Suites Hotel at Waterfront Plaza
Great location in canal park with super spacious suites. But air conditioner didn’t seem to work and you can’t open the windows so it was pretty stuffy.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Lift Bridge Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Inn on Lake Superior
Beautiful views of the lake. Close to walking. Unfortunately when we checked in for our kids spring break the hotel told us their pool/hot tub/sauna was closed. Being out of town and our kids really looked forward to swimming was the majority of our plans. Along with booking here for their sauna, ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn Duluth Canal Park
The selection at breakfast was fantastic, the rooms are very clean and spacious and the staff are helpful.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Endion Station Inn | Hotel Next to Lake Superior
We reserved Room 5, which was advertised for 4 people.But the room was only equipped with sleeping for 3, and one of the two beds was a single person sofa bed, that was so uncomfortable it was impossible to sleep on. Two people slept comfortably, but the other two were out of luck.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Canal Park
Downtown Duluth
Downtown Duluth is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like North Shore Scenic Railroad and AMSOIL Arena.
Observation Hill
While Observation Hill isn't home to many top sights, Lake Superior Railroad Museum and North Shore Scenic Railroad 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.
