Popular places to visit

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 waterfront.

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 lakeside.
Spirit Mountain
Hit the slopes in Duluth with a visit to Spirit Mountain. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Manitou
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Manitou during your travels in Duluth. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Riverside Park
Riverside Park is just one of the places to see in Duluth, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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 Riverside

Mountain Villas
Really cute villa, but dated. Bed was comfortable & we had a nice time.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

The Suites Hotel at Waterfront Plaza
Bed was comfortable room clean.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Canal Park Lodge
Friendly staff…front desk, cleaning, kitchen and serving! Very peaceful environment. Love the sitting area overlooking the lake and lake walk
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Radisson Hotel Duluth - Harborview
Room comfortable, great view
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Park Point Marina Inn
The room was very clean and the beds were comfortable! The breakfast buffet had many options. The best scramble eggs, light fluffy, fresh and HOT! Really the best buffet we've ever had and thats why we always stay there when we visit the North Shore.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Lift Bridge Lodge, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Hotel was great, they let us check in early and pick from a few rooms. Amazing breakfast and the view was unbeatable. Proximity to the harbor was great too. Traveling with small kid (2) is hard and this place made it easier.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Riverside

Norton Park
While visiting Norton Park, you might make a stop by sights like Spirit Mountain and Western Waterfront Trail.

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 & Mississippi Railroad Historic Train Ride or Lake Superior Zoo.

Bayview Heights
When in Bayview Heights, you can plan a visit to Lake Superior Zoo and Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad Historic Train Ride, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

Lincoln Park
While visiting Lincoln Park, you might make a stop by sights like Duluth Children's Museum and Duluth Heritage Sports Center.

Observation Hill
While Observation Hill isn't home to many top sights, Lake Superior Railroad Museum and North Shore Scenic Railroad are some notable places to visit nearby.

