We try to get up to Duluth every year and if we can make it up to Grand Marais too. These are some of our favorites.
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Grand Marais
Where to eat
A few of our favorite places we like to grab a bite to eat when we're in the area.
Another one of our favorites. Great food! They also have a nice patio if your there when the weather is nice!
Little Angie's Cantina and Grill
A nice family restaurant right downtown Duluth. Good food, reasonably priced.
Grandma's Saloon & Grill
Mmm if your in need of a sweet treat this is a must stop. They have a great selection truffles, fudge, caramel apples 🍎 😋.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
Things to explore
So many cool places to check out. You could definitely fill up a whole weekend doing different things!
Take a tour of the historic Glensheen mansion while your in Duluth. Great for all ages.
Glensheen Mansion
This is a fun stop right by the lift bridge. It has some of the history of the ships that come in and out of the lakes. Also has public bathrooms FYI!
Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center
If you get a chance to walk around the lift bridge you can stop and maybe catch one of the cargo ships coming in or out, that's always a big hit with the kids!
Aerial Lift Bridge
If your willing to brave the cold check out the holiday Christmas display in downtown Duluth!
Bentleyville
If your looking for some hikes. Head north to Gooseberry falls. Very popular so it will usually be busy, but worth it. You can hike right up to the falls there's flat areas where you can play in the water. You can follow the trail all the way down to...
Gooseberry Falls State Park
A nice hike with great views. Has a nice trail with some elevation.
Oberg Mountain Loop Via Superior Hiking Trail, Minnesota
A fun stop for everyone close to downtown too!
Great Lakes Aquarium
If your looking for something spooky to do try this haunted tour! Right by downtown Duluth. Maybe not the best for young kids...
Duluth Haunted Ship
Drive across the bridge and check out this beach. Nice sandy beach areas. Have a picnic, take a walk, if your brave enough take a dip in Superior 😁
Park Point Beach And Beach House
Grand Marais
This place is straight out of a Lifetime movie. So cute 😍. Definitely worth a visit if you have the time!
If you have time head farther north to Grand Marais and check out this cute little town on the water. Walkable with shops and dining
Grand Marais, MN: Artsy Harbor Town & North Shore Adventure Base
Try the World's best donuts!! Right there in Grand Marais, MN! Fresh and so delicious 😋
World's Best Donuts
A MN staple. Delicious food, might be busy, but that's how you know it will be delicious!
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