A woman uses a pair of binoculars as the group discusses what they're seeing during a bird watching session hosted in Duluth, Minnesota.

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The People and the Place

From budget-friendly family activities to hidden waterfalls to recommendations from locals, check out our blog for trip ideas and to learn more about what makes Duluth so special. 

Santa on festive truck during the christmas city of the north parade in duluth, mn

Deck the Halls in Duluth!

Explore the best of Duluth’s holiday magic! From the world-famous Bentleyville lights and historic Glensheen tours to the festive Duluth Winter Village, we have your essential guide to family holiday fun in the Northland.

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A girl looks through binoculars while sitting on her grandpa's lap as her mom stands next to her with the aerial lift bridge in the background

Top 5 Duluth Hotels for Great Lakes Ship Watching

Duluth’s working waterfront is a show-stopping spectacle, and there’s no better way to experience it than by staying somewhere with front-row views. These five hotels in Duluth, Minnesota put you right on the edge of Lake Superior action.

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Throngs of people with cameras line the canal to see the tall ships arrival in duluth, mn for the festival of sail. Pictured is the pride of baltimore.

Festival of Sail Duluth

Festival of Sail Duluth is coming to town, and this summer the sparkling shores of Lake Superior will come alive during this iconic event, featuring towering masts, billowing sails, and a sea of maritime magic.

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Bentleyville tour of lights

Be Bold, Get Cozy. Let’s Talk Winter!

Don’t hibernate, recreate! Embrace Duluth winters with thrilling downhill skiing, ice skating, holiday light traditions, and cozy indoor cultural experiences. Find your magical Northland adventure.

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Must-See Memorials

Clayton Jackson Mcghie Memorial Located on the corner of 1st Street and 2nd Avenue East, Downtown Duluth. Likenesses of Elias Clayton, Elmer Jackson and Isaac McGhie are enshrined by a solemn memorial in downtown Duluth,…

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