Lake Superior Zoo
Distance from hotel: 1.7 miles
The Lake Superior Zoo is situated on 16 acres of rocky hills and majestic pines. You’ll find Siberian tigers snow leopards cougars polar bears Alaskan grizzly & Kodiak bears African lions harbor seals kangaroos plus a variety of bats reptiles and monkeys. Experience daily animal feedings and enrichment's designed to excite both zoo animals and zoo visitors.
71st Ave W & Grand Ave
Duluth, Minnesota
55807
Great Lakes Aquarium
Distance from hotel: 6.2 miles
Great Lakes Aquarium is a nonprofit organization dedicated to capturing the wonder and excitement of Lake Superior inspiring responsibility for the world's large lakes and fresh water and creating understanding of their value. Previously known as Lake Superior Center Great Lakes Aquarium has been located on the Duluth Waterfront since 2000. A mostly freshwater aquarium this aquarium features animals and habitats found within the Great Lakes Basin and is ideal for Minnesota kids fun. The Aquarium also houses animals from other fresh water ecosystems such as the Amazon River.
353 Harbor Drive
Duluth, Minnesota
55802
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center
Distance from hotel: 6.3 miles
Located on the shores of Lake Superior in the resort city of Duluth the DECC offers world-class convention sport special event and entertainment facilities. They’re just steps away from quaint Canal Park and Downtown offering shops restaurants and hotels. And did we mention the panoramic views of the Aerial Lift Bridge and the Harbor? If you’re looking for entertainment in Northeastern Minnesota look no further. The DECC is home to the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra Broadway series concerts Home and Sports Shows Minnesota Ballet UMD Men’s and Women’s Bulldog Hockey and the William A. Irvin ore boat museum.
350 Harbor Dr
Duluth, Minnesota
55802
Canal Park and the Depot
Distance from hotel: 6.6 miles
Boasting dozens of boutique shops and fabulous restaurants it’s hard to believe this used to be a barren warehouse district. There’s so much to see and do here you’ll need more than just one day. Walk the Lakewalk. Check out the Great Lakes Aquarium. Skip rocks in the water. Watch ships pass under the famed Aerial Lift Bridge. Eat. Drink. Dance. The Depot is home to the Duluth Art Museum North Shore Scenic Railroad Veterans Memorial Hall Duluth Playhouse Children’s Museum and the Minnesota Ballet. All things needed for making a great time out.
55802
Glensheen The Historic Congdon Estate
Distance from hotel: 9.5 miles
Built in 1905 and 1908 for Chester and Clara Congdon Glensheen is an architectural and decorative arts masterpiece. With room after room of exceptional original furnishings artwork and family treasures this magnificent 39-room mansion offers a dramatic slice of opulent life at the turn of the last century.
3300 London Rd
Duluth, Minnesota
55804
Southgate Bowling Alley
Distance from hotel: 11.6 miles
Area bowling center for family fun.
203 Doddridge Ave
Cloquet, Minnesota
55720
Cloquet Area Recreational Center
Distance from hotel: 11.8 miles
Hockey arena x-c skiing ski jumps tubing
1102 Olympic Drive
Cloquet, Minnesota
55720
County Seat Theatre
Distance from hotel: 11.8 miles
Local community theatre at it’s finest.
2035 Minnesota 33
Cloquet, Minnesota
55720
Cloquet Country Club
Distance from hotel: 12.3 miles
18 hole golf course
400 Country Club Dr
Cloquet, Minnesota
55720
Black Bear Casino
Distance from hotel: 13.5 miles
Casino and golf course.
1785 Highway 210
Carlton, Minnesota
55718
Spirit Mountain Ski & Adventure Park
Distance from hotel: 1.4 miles
When you play at Spirit Mountain your ski trip will be so much more than skiing! You'll have all that Duluth has to offer as well. We offer easy access to Spirit Mountain just 15 miles away. Spirit Mountain Adventure Park is currently home to the "Timber Twister" Alpine Coaster the "Timber Flyer" Zip Line and a 9-hole Mini Golf Course plus the hub for a 6-lane Snow Tubing Park!
9500 Spirit Mountain Place
Duluth, Minnesota
55810
Canal Park
Distance from hotel: 6.5 miles
Enjoy the city of Duluth through its revived waterfront district where you'll find a multitude of activities for incredible vacations in Minnesota. Revel in a carriage ride to one of the many clubs cafes and restaurants which dot the district's beautiful byways and charming back alleys.
Jay Cooke State Park
Distance from hotel: 10.5 miles
Park trails link up to the Willard Munger State Trail at the north edge of the park; perfect for backpackers bikers (both mountain and tour) hikers horseback riders and skiers. Check out the wildflowers in the spring and the vivid colors in the fall. Walk on the swinging suspension bridge high above the raging St. Louis River.
780 Highway 210
Carlton, Minnesota
55718
The Willard Munger State Trail
Distance from hotel: 10.5 miles
A collection of multiple use trails between Hinckley and Duluth. It consists of interconnecting trails offering hiking bicycling in-line skating and snowmobiling. It highlights the picturesque scenery and rich history of East Central Minnesota. The trail follows the route of the railroad that saved many lives in the historic Hinckley and Cloquet fires in the nineteenth century.
780 Highway 210
Carlton, Minnesota
55718
Superior Whitewater Rafting
Distance from hotel: 10.6 miles
Whitewater rafting is one of Minnesota's hottest outdoor adventures. Our exciting 2½ hour trip is on the St. Louis River just 15 miles south of Duluth.
950 Chestnut Ave
Carlton, Minnesota
55718
Proctor
Distance from hotel: 0.7 miles
A proud railroading town, Proctor is home to the Canadian National Railyard. In August of every year, Proctor is host to the South St. Louis County Fair and the Proctor Hoghead Festival. Other areas of interest near Proctor are Spirit Mountain Recreation Area(features include skiing, the Timber Twister alpine coaster, the Timber Flyer zipline, mini golf, and coming in the winter of 2011 snow tubing), the Proctor Municipal Golf Course, and the Willard Munger Trail, which offers several trails for hiking, bicycling, in-line skating and snowmobiling.
Hermantown
Distance from hotel: 4.8 miles
Hermantown is a growing community in the Twin Ports area. Located just northwest of Duluth, Hermantown is home to the Miller Hill Mall, various restaurants, and numerous other stores and shops. It also has its fair share of rural land for snowmobiling and other outdoor activities.
Superior
Distance from hotel: 5.5 miles
Located on the shores of Lake Superior, the community boasts unparalleled natural beauty, from their 36 hole Nemadji Golf Course to Barker's Island Marina.
Duluth
Distance from hotel: 6.4 miles
Canal Park is on the shores of Lake Superior and home to the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, Great Lakes Aquarium, numerous shops, art galleries and restaurants. The centerpiece of Canal Park is the Aerial Lift Bridge under which 1,000 foot ships from around the world enter the harbor. Duluth International Airport is located just north of the city of Duluth.
Carlton
Distance from hotel: 11.1 miles
Carlton is the county seat of Carlton County and home to the Carlton County Courthouse and county offices. The city of Carlton also has offices for the BNSF railroad and is also the gateway to Jay Cooke State Park and the four season, paved Munger trail that runs from Hinckley to Duluth, MN.
DLH - Duluth International Airport
Distance from hotel: 7.2 miles