Why choose this Duluth tour ?
Download the GuideAlong self-guided audio tour and you’ll discover more on your Lake Superior North Shore road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically along Highway 61, all based on your location.
You’ll be guided to all of the area’s famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including one of Minnesota’s most photographed lighthouses, a historic mansion that’s also the site of a famous murder mystery, and an iconic 932-foot-high scenic lookout over Lake Superior.
Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you, and bypass any that don’t.
– Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location
– Travel at your own pace
– Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed
– Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use
– No time limits or expiry, free updates
– Like having a tour guide along for the drive
Purchase one tour per vehicle.
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What makes Self-Guided Audio Tour Lake Superior North Shore a unique experience ?
As the audio guides play commentary based on your gps location, you can create your own itinerary along the tour route to match your interests and schedule.
How can a pie shop, along a route abundant with pie opportunities, be a special highlight? Betty’s Pies near Two Harbors is a local institution. For decades hungry North Shore visitors have found their way to this historic restaurant to get their fix, and we’re big fans of their 5 layer chocolate pie. You will satisfy your need for dessert any time of day.
A Mansion and a Murder. One of the most visited historic homes in Minnesota for its grandeur and splendor, Glensheen Mansion is also the site of a famous Minnesota murder mystery. Located on the eastern end of Duluth.
Millions of years of geological and glacial sculpting of basalt have gone into the creation of these very pleasing falls. This state park is a very popular stop, expecially since we get four waterfalls all in the one place.
The Ojibwe call Grand Portage “The Great Carrying Place” because it marks the start of an 8.5-mile portage – portage means carrying your canoe and all your stuff over land – between Lake Superior and Pigeon River. Today, you can step onto this ancient trading route yourself. Also located at the beginning of this historic trail is the Grand Portage National Monument, with reconstructed buildings of the trading fort and representations of the Ojibwe Village. The Monument and Heritage Center are well worth visiting.
This is a spot that is much more about the context of what it represents than the dock itself. If you like to be haunted by history, the Hovland Dock is a great place to stand still and imagine all the lives that have passed through this area. Today, the dock is all that remains of the once-thriving fishing village and it’s interesting for.. well, its state of disrepair!
Many state parks and waysides on the North Shore Scenic Drive have a waterfall for visitors to enjoy, and waterfall chasers will find many delights. The best time of year to enjoy waterfalls on the North Shore is April when the snow typically melts, sending water crashing through the rivers that feed into Lake Superior. Just one great example is Devil’s Kettle Falls, located Inside Judge C.R. Magney State Park. A double waterfall forms where the Brule River splits into two falls separated by an outcropping of hard, volcanic rhyolite rock. On one side, the river falls into a pool of water and continues on its journey to Lake Superior. But where does the other side go?
Popular with peregrine falcons, rock climbers, and sightseers just like us, this geologic landmark near Silver Bay is one of the best viewpoints along the entire North Shore. Hovering 350 feet above the water, Palisade Head is a massive rock formation – it’s pretty much a sheer cliff, and from its edge, the views are wide-ranging. It’s a sight not to be missed.
Here’s the best part – no major hiking required. The car park is at the top!
Without a doubt, Split Rock Lighthouse is one of the most iconic photographs to capture on your tour. One infamous storm in 1905 all but destroyed 29 ships, leading to the construction of this navigation aid 20 miles north of Two Harbors. Not only was it purposeful – the setting is majestic. Please share your photo with us!
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum mobile OS version iOS 15 / Android 9 (Pie). iPad models with GPS chip.
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Included with Your Ticket
- Support: Toll free phone, chat and email
- Easy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline
- Trip Planners: In-app, web and PDF
- Location Based: Stories, tips & directions that autoplay
- Flexible Routes: Suggested itineraries or create your own
- One-Time Purchase: No time or date use limit or expiry
- GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide) Audio Tour: 245 Points
Not Included
- Minnesota State Park Vehicle Permit ($7 per vehicle per day or $35 per year)
- Glensheen Congdon Estate Tours: Adults $5-$32, Children $8-$20 (2024)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide).
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Chicago.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 14 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 8 Travelers is accepted for booking.
HOW TO GET YOUR GUIDEALONG AUDIO TOUR:
1. SIGN IN + REDEEM your VOUCHER CODE: https://store.guidealong.com/voucher
2. DOWNLOAD the GuideAlong App
3. SIGN IN to the GuideAlong app with the same Apple or Google account as Step 1
4. DOWNLOAD and OPEN the Audio Tour NOW
*These instructions are also sent via a separate email & text/sms: “Instructions for GuideAlong Audio Tour” or “Your Tour Operator Sent You a Message About Your (Viator) Booking”. Check your junk/spam folder.
PRE-DOWNLOAD THE APP & TOUR NOW
You must pre-download both the GuideAlong app and audio tour files to your phone (audio, maps & images) over reliable wifi or cellular service, before your drive out of signal.
There’s no date/time limit or expiry to use the audio tour, and no data connection is required while touring.
If you are able to OPEN your tour and see the START DRIVING button, you have successfully downloaded all files and are ready to tour.
CHARGING & SOUND
We do not recommend connecting your phone directly into the vehicle usb port. Instead use a usb/c car charger adapter plug into the auxiliary power outlet (cigarette car lighter). It prevents any automatic secondary pairing between your phone and the vehicle for sound and provides a stronger charging option.
HELP & SUPPORT
Have a question – we’re here to help! Lots of information is included in the app and even more is available on our website. Alternatively you can leave a message for support callback toll 18664771791, chat online or email us at info@guidealong.com.
