A Self-Guided Walking Tour through Duluth’s Canal Park Discount Tickets

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Overview

Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll through Duluth's Canal Park. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll dive into the city's past, like when Canal Park stood under 450 feet of water. Duluth is a one-of-a-kind, inland port city, which serves as a gateway to the north shore of Lake Superior. Its long history is reflected in Canal Park, a formerly run-down industrial zone and one of the city’s thriving centers for recreation today. You’ll find out how, when a local businessman rattled Duluth by moving his Pizza Roll factory to Ohio, his son would go on to play a role in Canal Park’s economic revival. I’ll tell you about the famous Glensheen murders that were made into a musical, and about fish that are almost as old as Duluth Itself. You’ll hear about Duluth’s shipping heritage, the founding and naming of the city, and the building of the Duluth Ship Canal. You’ll then head down South Lake Avenue to finish our tour at the Minnesota Slip Bridge.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The tour starts at Lakewalk Park at Endion Station, right along the shore of Lake Superior on Duluth's Lakewalk. You can park at the pay lot by Endion Station, or anywhere on the street, or in other lots nearby. If you do park on the street, you won't be too far from the where the tour ends.

End Point

End point

The tour ends at Harbor Cruises.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

English-WRITTEN

Itinerary

1. Westernmost Point of Lake Superior
The starting point of the tour offers beautiful views and sets the stage for the historic journey.
2. The Lakewalk
A scenic pathway along Lake Superior, perfect for taking in the natural beauty and learning about the area's past.
3. Aerial Lift Bridge
An iconic structure inspired by a French magazine, crucial to Duluth's shipping and transport.
4. Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center
Pass by the Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Centre, which offers exhibits on the maritime history of Lake Superior and the Great Lakes.
5. S.S. William A. Irvin Ore Boat Museum
Pass by the SS William A Irvin Museum, a former freighter that now serves as a museum, showcasing the shipping heritage of Duluth.
6. Grandma's Saloon & Grill
Pass by Grandma's Saloon & Grill, a historic restaurant tied to the local legend of "Grandma" and the revitalization of Canal Park.
7. Duluth Harbor Basin
Pass by the Duluth Harbor Basin, a bustling area of activity with a rich history in shipping and industry.
8. Minnesota Slip Bridge
The endpoint of the tour provides views of the harbour and the surrounding area.

Inclusion

Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it

The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour

Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please bring your own smartphone and headphones

Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

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