Observation Hill
Duluth
Visit Observation Hill
Popular places to visit
Spirit Mountain
Hit the slopes in Duluth with a visit to Spirit Mountain. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Aerial Lift Bridge
You can find out about the history of Duluth with a visit to Aerial Lift Bridge. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Bayfront Festival Park
You can take time to visit Bayfront Festival Park during your travels to Duluth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
North Shore Scenic Railroad
You can spend time exploring the galleries in North Shore Scenic Railroad during your travels in Duluth. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Observation Dog Park
Observation Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Duluth, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
University of Minnesota Duluth
Walk around the campus at University of Minnesota Duluth during your stay in Duluth. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Things to do
Lake Superior North Shore Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Self-Guided Audio Tour Lake Superior North Shore
15-Mile Aerial Helicopter Tour over Duluth and Superior
Top hotels in Observation Hill
Lift Bridge Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
"Great view from the corner room with balcony!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Suites Hotel at Waterfront Plaza
"Clean room, very close to DECC and places of interest."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Park Point Marina Inn
"Small hotel but has everything you need with some special touches like a s’mores bar and a shuttle to canal park. Roads and area immediately around hotel aren’t the greatest, not unsafe but just not well kept."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Canal Park Lodge
"This is the 2nd year in a row that we’ve stayed at Canal Park Lodge over Memorial Day weekend and we plan to do it again next year! Reasonably priced (especially on a holiday weekend), great location on the end of Canal Park by the beach (plus easy walking to everything) and my family enjoys the ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Pier B Resort
"great location. beautiful view of water and city. room were large, clean and beds are comfortable. good food at silos in the hotel lobby. definetly would stay here again!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Radisson Hotel Duluth - Harborview
"First for the good: the beds were comfortable, the room was pretty clean. The restaurant, though furnishings are old, is cool because of the view and it has that retro vibe. Food was OK. Servers were accommodating. Now for the problems: Parking needs serious work. Lower level of the ramp was full ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Observation Hill
Downtown Duluth
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.
Central Hillside
When in Central Hillside, you can plan a visit to Fond-du-Luth Casino and Lakewalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Canal Park
Canal Park is known for its panoramic lake views, and you can see some sights area like Great Lakes Aquarium and AMSOIL Arena.
Lincoln Park
While visiting Lincoln Park, you might make a stop by sights like Duluth Children's Museum and Duluth Heritage Sports Center.
East Hillside
If you're spending some time in East Hillside, Lakewalk and Lake Superior are top sights worth seeing.
Piedmont Heights
While Piedmont Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Enger Tower and Wade Stadium.
