5 days in Minneapolis, Duluth & Grand Portage Itinerary

Located on both banks of the Mississippi River, Minneapolis salutes the state's love of the outdoors with numerous lakes, wetlands, creeks, and waterfalls--many connected to one another by a national scenic byway great for sightseeing.

On the 23rd (Thu), explore the landscape on two wheels at Mill Ruins Park, then stroll around Minnehaha Park, and then admire the masterpieces at Minneapolis Institute of Art. On your second day here, admire the masterpieces at The Museum of Russian Art, then wander the streets of Summit Avenue, and then admire the majestic nature at Willow River State Park.

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Cedar Rapids to Minneapolis is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive. In May in Minneapolis, expect temperatures between 68°F during the day and 50°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can drive to Duluth.

Situated on the westernmost point of the Lake Superior, Duluth represents a booming port city.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Sat): examine the collection at The Duluth Depot, immerse yourself in nature at Split Rock Lighthouse State Park, then visit a coastal fixture at Two Harbors Lighthouse, and finally look for gifts at Great Lakes Candy Kitchen. On your second day here, admire the majestic nature at Amnicon Falls State Park, then brush up on your military savvy at Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center, and then kick back and relax at Park Point.

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Traveling by car from Minneapolis to Duluth takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or fly. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Minneapolis in May, with highs in Duluth at 53°F and lows at 40°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Sun) early enough to travel to Grand Portage.

Grand Portage is an unorganized territory in Cook County, Minnesota, on Lake Superior, at the northeast corner of the state near the border with northwestern Ontario. On the 27th (Mon), immerse yourself in nature at Grand Portage State Park and then see the interesting displays at Grand Portage National Monument.

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Traveling by car from Duluth to Grand Portage takes 3 hours. May in Grand Portage sees daily highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) so you can travel back home.