Attractions

Attractions

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. 

Families enjoying a stop at a pumpkin patch during a train ride with the north shore scenic railroad, based out of duluth, mn

The Great Pumpkin Train

All aboard for a fall adventure like no other — the Great Pumpkin Train! Once a year, a magical pumpkin field appears along the tracks, and the only way to reach it is by train. Everyone gets a pumpkin! Admission to the Lake Superior Railroad Museum is included, so when you’re done pumpkin-picking, you can explore trains, history, and plenty of indoor fun at the Depot like balloon twisting, ventriloquist, magic, and more. It’s a Duluth tradition that’s equal parts festive, cozy, and a little bit quirky — just like autumn itself. When your train pulls into the pumpkin patch, every ticketed passenger gets to claim their very own pumpkin to haul home. The ride lasts about 90 minutes round trip, giving you just enough time to soak in the fall colors, snap too many photos, and debate which pumpkin has the best “front porch face.” Back at the Depot,…

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Families enjoying a stop at a pumpkin patch during a train ride with the north shore scenic railroad, based out of duluth, mn

The Great Pumpkin Train

All aboard for a fall adventure like no other — the Great Pumpkin Train! Once a year, a magical pumpkin field appears along the tracks, and the only way to reach it is by train. Everyone gets a pumpkin! Admission to the Lake Superior Railroad Museum is included, so when you’re done pumpkin-picking, you can explore trains, history, and plenty of indoor fun at the Depot like balloon twisting, ventriloquist, magic, and more. It’s a Duluth tradition that’s equal parts festive, cozy, and a little bit quirky — just like autumn itself. When your train pulls into the pumpkin patch, every ticketed passenger gets to claim their very own pumpkin to haul home. The ride lasts about 90 minutes round trip, giving you just enough time to soak in the fall colors, snap too many photos, and debate which pumpkin has the best “front porch face.” Back at the Depot,…

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Families enjoying a stop at a pumpkin patch during a train ride with the north shore scenic railroad, based out of duluth, mn

The Great Pumpkin Train

All aboard for a fall adventure like no other — the Great Pumpkin Train! Once a year, a magical pumpkin field appears along the tracks, and the only way to reach it is by train. Everyone gets a pumpkin! Admission to the Lake Superior Railroad Museum is included, so when you’re done pumpkin-picking, you can explore trains, history, and plenty of indoor fun at the Depot like balloon twisting, ventriloquist, magic, and more. It’s a Duluth tradition that’s equal parts festive, cozy, and a little bit quirky — just like autumn itself. When your train pulls into the pumpkin patch, every ticketed passenger gets to claim their very own pumpkin to haul home. The ride lasts about 90 minutes round trip, giving you just enough time to soak in the fall colors, snap too many photos, and debate which pumpkin has the best “front porch face.” Back at the Depot,…

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Families enjoying a stop at a pumpkin patch during a train ride with the north shore scenic railroad, based out of duluth, mn

The Great Pumpkin Train

All aboard for a fall adventure like no other — the Great Pumpkin Train! Once a year, a magical pumpkin field appears along the tracks, and the only way to reach it is by train. Everyone gets a pumpkin! Admission to the Lake Superior Railroad Museum is included, so when you’re done pumpkin-picking, you can explore trains, history, and plenty of indoor fun at the Depot like balloon twisting, ventriloquist, magic, and more. It’s a Duluth tradition that’s equal parts festive, cozy, and a little bit quirky — just like autumn itself. When your train pulls into the pumpkin patch, every ticketed passenger gets to claim their very own pumpkin to haul home. The ride lasts about 90 minutes round trip, giving you just enough time to soak in the fall colors, snap too many photos, and debate which pumpkin has the best “front porch face.” Back at the Depot,…

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Aerial shot of the duluth junk hunt in minnesota

Duluth Junk Hunt

The Duluth Junk Hunt is a semi-annual, two-day indoor market that features over 150 booths of vintage and handmade goodness! Furniture, home décor, clothing, candles, jewelry, bakery treats, artwork… whatever you are on the HUNT for this spring, you’ll find it. Hours & Ticket Information: Friday: 9 AM – 11 AM, Early Birds!$15 admission at the door (includes a complimentary shopping tote & free re-entry all weekend long!) Friday: 11 AM – 6:00 PM, General Admission$8 admission at the door Saturday: 9 AM – 4 PM, General Admission$8 admission at the door All tickets are available for purchase right at the door. Kids 12 and under are free! Part of our admission proceeds are donated to Second Harvest Northland! Your wristband is good for both days, so come back and shop some more – as vendors restock overnight! DECC Pioneer Hall — Entrance A For more information, visit www.duluthjunkhunt.com or…

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A north shore scenic railroad excursion train traveling along lake superior below the rose garden in duluth

Father’s Day BBQ Lunch Train

Sunday, June 21, 2026: 11am or 1pm Enjoy some delicious BBQ with Dad on a train excursion. Seating in our dining car, with a dome-lounge available after lunch to enjoy the return trip. Two trips this day, a shorter trip in the morning, or a longer ride in the afternoon. Same menu on both. Tickets available at www.DuluthTrains.com

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