Great Lakes Aquarium
An aquarium rare in the United States, focused on freshwater ecosystems and showing life from Lake Superior and the Great Lakes.
The Great Lakes Aquarium opened in 2000 beside the harbor and focuses on freshwater ecosystems. Highlights include a large Lake Superior tank, a sturgeon touch pool, North American river otters, and freshwater exhibits from around the world, including the Amazon. It suits families and takes about 1.5 to 2 hours to visit. Admission is about $20, and it can be combined with a tour of the William A. Irvin museum ship next door. The upper floor offers views over the harbor.
Opening hours
10:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Bentleyville Tour of Lights
- Lake Superior Railroad Museum & North Shore Scenic Railroad
- SS William A. Irvin
- Canal Park
- Aerial Lift Bridge
- Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center
- Fitger's Brewery Complex
- Duluth Lakewalk