Central Hillside Travel Guide
Duluth
Visit Central Hillside
Popular places to visit
Spirit Mountain
Hit the slopes in Duluth with a visit to Spirit Mountain. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
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.
University of Minnesota Duluth
Walk around the campus at University of Minnesota Duluth during your stay in Duluth. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Miller Hill Mall
You can do some window-shopping at Miller Hill Mall during your visit to Duluth. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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 Central Hillside
Canal Park Lodge
"This is the 2nd year in a row that we’ve stayed at Canal Park Lodge over Memorial Day weekend and we plan to do it again next year! Reasonably priced (especially on a holiday weekend), great location on the end of Canal Park by the beach (plus easy walking to everything) and my family enjoys the ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Suites Hotel at Waterfront Plaza
"Friendly staff, nice room"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Lift Bridge Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
"Great view from the corner room with balcony!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Park Point Marina Inn
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Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Radisson Hotel Duluth - Harborview
"The room was clean and beds were comfortable, However, the building itself is extremely outdated and the area around the property does not feel safe. There was some kind of ‘deal’ going in the outdoor parking area on Saturday with several cars involved."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Pier B Resort
"Fantastic hotel! First time in Duluth and this will be my go to hotel every time I’m there."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Hillside
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.
East Hillside
If you're spending some time in East Hillside, Lakewalk and Lake Superior are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
Chester Park
If you're spending some time in Chester Park, Marshall Performing Arts Center and Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium are top sights worth seeing.
