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Great Lakes Aquarium, Duluth, MN
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Great Lakes Aquarium

Great Lakes Aquarium is an attraction in Duluth, MN, part of the Minneapolis–St. Paul guide. Cost: under $25.

353 Harbor Dr · Duluth, MN

Why you should go…

Opened in 2000 on the Duluth harbor next to Lake Superior, Great Lakes Aquarium is a nonprofit facility spanning 62,000 square feet with exhibits on more than 250 freshwater species. It is a leading venue for Great Lakes conservation education, including lake sturgeon restoration work.

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  • #freshwater
  • #duluth harbor
  • #lake superior
  • #family

What's around here?

The closest stops to Great Lakes Aquarium, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Tours
    Family Favorite

    North Shore Scenic Railroad

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    Heritage train excursions along Lake Superior between Duluth and Two Harbors, Minnesota.

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    Adventure Zone Duluth

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    Iconic

    Aerial Lift Bridge

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    Watch the lift span rise 135 feet to let lake freighters pass through the Duluth Ship Canal into the harbor.

    0.3 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sightseeing
    Free

    Canal Park

    Free

    Stroll the Lakewalk, watch ships pass the lighthouse pier, and browse shops and restaurants in old Duluth warehouses.

    0.3 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

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    Minnesota Goose Garden

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    $25–$50

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