Things To Do in Northeast Minnesota, Minnesota

Activities, attractions and tours
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Northeast Minnesota Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Northeast Minnesota has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Northeast Minnesota is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Northeast Minnesota to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Northeast Minnesota Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Northeast Minnesota.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Northeast Minnesota attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Lake Superior... Lighthouse and lift bridge.

Canal Park

5/5(3 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Canal Park is its panoramic lake views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out AMSOIL Arena and Bayfront Festival Park.

Canal Park
From our garden and forest this summer. 
#Trovember

North Shore

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in North Shore. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Superior or Lester River.

North Shore
Duluth which includes a garden, hiking or walking and tranquil scenes

Downtown Duluth

4/5(34 area reviews)

Downtown Duluth is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like North Shore Scenic Railroad and AMSOIL Arena.

Downtown Duluth
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Park Point

4/5(13 area reviews)

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Park Point. A stop by Park Point Beach or Aerial Lift Bridge might round out your trip.

Park Point
Before the forest erupts with greens, it is so many shades of dreary. 
Yet, the trail is as inviting as ever.
#Takeahike

West Duluth

You'll enjoy the live music and lake views in West Duluth. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Superior Zoo or Western Waterfront Trail.

West Duluth
Lake Superior from the waterfront in Duluth, Minnesota. Seagulls and peaceful waves. The largest lake in the world is like a fresh water ocean. July 27, 2012

East Hillside

If you're spending some time in East Hillside, Lakewalk and Lake Superior are top sights worth seeing.

East Hillside

Day trip destinations from Northeast Minnesota