North Shore Travel Guide
Duluth
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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 waterfront.
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.
Brighton Beach Park
Explore the great outdoors at Brighton Beach Park, a lovely green space in North Shore. Wander the marina and beaches while you're in the area.
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 lakeside.
Things to do
Lake Superior North Shore Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
15-Mile Aerial Helicopter Tour over Duluth and Superior
Top hotels in North Shore
Lake Superior Getaway - Walk to Water!
We felt saying “walk to beach” was deceptive as the property although near the lake, does not have access to the lake. The outside patio and condition of the home is in need of quite a lot of work. Inside is nice and clean but if you want to sit outside it’s overgrown and dirty with containers full ...
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025
The Suites Hotel at Waterfront Plaza
The staff was very accomodating and friendly!! Love this hotel every time we stay :)
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Lift Bridge Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Great location in Canal Park with a view of Lake Superior and walkable to shops, restaurants and activities. Solid breakfast buffet and excellent staff service. Will stay again!
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Canal Park Lodge
Clean rooms. Staff was very accommodating!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Park Point Marina Inn
Cozy, modern, great amenities
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Radisson Hotel Duluth - Harborview
Clean room and friendly front counter staff. The restaurant servers were not as friendly and the food was okay.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Shore
Lakeside - Lester Park
While visiting Lakeside - Lester Park, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Superior and Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory.
Congdon Park
If you're spending some time in Congdon Park, Glensheen Historic Estate and Lake Superior are top sights worth seeing.
Chester Park
While Chester Park isn't home to many top sights, Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium and Glensheen Historic Estate are some notable places to visit nearby.
Endion
Though Endion may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium and Glensheen Historic Estate.
Kenwood
While there might not be top attractions in Kenwood, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Marshall W. Alworth Planetarium and Snowflake Nordic Ski Center.
East Hillside
If you're spending some time in East Hillside, Lakewalk and Lake Superior are top sights worth seeing.
