Lake Superior Zoo
A long-established small zoo on Duluth’s west side, with polar bears, lions, and other animals, suitable for a half-day outing with kids.
Lake Superior Zoo opened in 1923 in a ravine within Fairmount Park on the city’s west side. It keeps polar bears, lions, red pandas, kangaroos, and other animals. It is modest in size but peaceful. Families with children can plan 1 to 2 hours here. Admission is about $17, and the zoo is open year-round, with shorter hours in winter. It is convenient to combine with nearby Spirit Mountain.
Opening hours
10 am–4 pm
Nearby sights
- Spirit Mountain
- Skyline Parkway
- Enger Tower
- Bentleyville Tour of Lights
- Lake Superior Railroad Museum & North Shore Scenic Railroad
- Great Lakes Aquarium
- SS William A. Irvin
- Aerial Lift Bridge