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Surprise mom with a weekend getaway in Duluth this Mother’s Day. Why should moms only be celebrated one day in May? Instead share an experience together that creates wonderful, lasting memories. Duluth has a lot to offer and it’s easy to find fun activities. Start the weekend with a biking or kayaking tour. Treat your mom to a day of shopping on Canal Park and lunch overlooking Lake Superior. Then catch a show in the evening after a wonderful dinner. The Solglimt Bed and Breakfast offers a serene escape with 120 feet on the shores of Lake Superior. Our porches and decks (including our new rooftop deck) invite guests to slow down and take in the stunning views. Our tranquil location is also only steps away from great shopping, entertainment and dining. Book your getaway with mom and treat her to a weekend she will always cherish.
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This entry was posted in: Duluth DECC, Duluth Dining, Duluth Getaway, Duluth Outdoors
and tagged Bellisio's Italian Restaurant, Canal Point, Duluth Art Institute, Duluth Playhouse, Fitger's Brewery Complex, Fitger's Brewhouse Grille, Glensheen Mansion, Lake Avenue, Lake Superior Marine Museum, Lake Superior Railroad Museum, Mother's Day, Positive Energy Outdoor, The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, The Duluth Experience, Tweed Museum, Zeitgeist Arts
Spring has arrived and summer is just around the corner. It’s time to think about warmer weather and summer vacations. Certainly, nothing cures the lingering winter blues like planning a summer getaway. The Solglimt Bed and Breakfast, located near Duluth’s summer playground, Canal Park, boasts 120 feet of shimmering shoreline on Lake Superior. Your stay with us will be even more magical lounging on our new rooftop deck. Our beautiful Victorian seaside cottage has always taken advantage of the stunning views from our porches and decks. Now the new rooftop deck adds a breathtaking 360 degree view of Lake Superior and St. Louis Bay. Our reservation calendar is filling up quickly and those valuable summer weeks are limited. Book your vacation with us today and start dreaming of a sunny retreat with many great summer adventures.
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This entry was posted in: Duluth Outdoors, live music, Summer in Duluth, Things to Do in Duluth
and tagged All Pints North Summer Brew Fest, Annual Homegrown Music Festival, Bayfront Blues Festival, Canal Park, Chester Park, Congdon Park, Duluth Air Show, Duluth-Superior Film Festival, Grandma's Marathon, Hartley Park, Lincoln Park, Park Point, Park Point Art Fair, Piedmont, Positive Energy Outdoor, The Duluth Experience, The Lakewalk
The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) houses all the big events and shows for our city. Located on the shores of Lake superior, the DECC has multiple arenas, stages, halls and showrooms. Visitors can choose from hockey games, rock concerts, symphony performances, Broadway shows, ballets, and conventions. However you define great entertainment you will find it here. The Solglimt B&B, located in Canal Park, is an easy four minute walk from the DECC. Guests can experience a thrilling evening out then stroll home to our Victorian lakeside inn. We offer the convenience of a great location with the serenity of an elegant, relaxing B&B. Reserve your guest room with us today, and add an exciting show or event to your visit.
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This entry was posted in: Duluth DECC, live music, performing arts
and tagged ALLETE, AMSOIL, Concerts, Conventions, DECC, DSSO, Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra, Hockey, Minnesota Ballet, Symphony Hall, UMD, University of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth has a vibrant nightlife including performing arts centers, pubs and cocktail lounges with live music. Plan the perfect night after a day cross-country skiing or snowboarding. Begin the evening with a fantastic dinner at one of the exceptional restaurants found in Duluth’s downtown. Continue the fun evening with a live play, a local band or sipping cocktails. And when your ready for quiet and relaxation return to our B&B on Duluth’s Park Point Beach. Book your room at the Solglimt and it will be an intimate retreat after an exciting evening.
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This entry was posted in: bars, Duluth Dining, Duluth Nightlife, live music, performing arts, Things to Do in Duluth
and tagged bars, Black Water Lounge, cocktails, Decc’s Symphony Hall, Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra, Fitger’s Brewhouse Brewery and Grille, live music, performing arts, pubs, Red Herring Lounge, Sacred Heart Music Center, Sir Benedict’s Tavern On the Lake, The Duluth Playhouse, The Rathskeller, Zeitgeist Arts
Duluth is a destination for outdoor enthusiasts and winter offers plenty of adventures. Choose from skiing, dog sledding, and ice climbing to name a few. In fact winter might be the best time to visit Duluth, when the trails are the most beautiful and less crowded. Explore miles of city park trails on cross country skis or snowshoes. After a day immersed in the wilderness return to downtown Duluth, only minutes away, and enjoy great restaurants and nightlife. Reserve an elegant suite at Solglimt Bed and Breakfast located near all the attractions in the Park Point neighborhood. Begin each morning refreshed and ready after a perfect night’s sleep and a gourmet breakfast. Then start a new day checking another adventure off your winter wishlist.
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This entry was posted in: Duluth Outdoors, Seasons in Duluth
and tagged Chester Bowl Park, cross country skiing, Day Trippers of Duluth, dog sleds, fat biking, freestyle skiing, Hartley Nature Center, ice climbing, Positive Energy Outdoors, skate skiing, ski pass, skiing, snowboarding, Snowflake Nordic Center, snowshoeing, Spirit Mountain, tubing
The holidays are just around the corner, and Duluth ushers them in with a breathtaking display at the Bentleyville Tour of Lights. This magical holiday tradition is America’s largest walk through lighting display and is a completely free event. Spirits will soar while you stroll under the twinkling of over 4 million lights, each reflected on the shores of Lake Superior. Bentleyville is walkable from the lovely Solglimt Bed and Breakfast, or guests can cross the bridge and ride the “jingle bus.” Book your stay now and enjoy our Bentleyville Special available from November 20th to December 22nd. Our suites will be reduced during these dates for Monday through Thursday getaways. The special pricing will be reflected when making reservations on our website and cannot be combined with a gift card. Bentleyville lights up on November 18th to December 26th, so plan an enchanting visit to Duluth now.
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Duluth has excellent dining options for every taste, and many are a short walk from our beautiful location on Park Point. At our gracious Solglimt Bed and Breakfast we also celebrate great food every morning with a delicious, gourmet meal. All of our breakfasts feature fresh, local produce and a custom blend of Alakef Coffee. This will prepare you for an exciting day of site-seeing, biking or hiking. After your adventures in our lively town, relax in a fun cafe for lunch or have an elegant evening out for dinner. Book your room with us today and treat yourself to a charming get-away that includes fantastic dining.
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This entry was posted in: Duluth Breweries, Duluth Dining, Things to Do in Duluth
and tagged Canal Park, Canal Park Brewing Company, Dining, Duluth, Endion Station Public House, Park Point, Pickwick Restaurant & Public, Restaurant, Va Bene Caffee, Zeitgeist Arts Cafe
Fall is the perfect time to see Duluth and the North Shore at it’s most colorful. The days are still sunny and our parks and forests are exploding with an array of brilliant reds, oranges and yellows. And those warm autumn hues are reflected in the deep blues of Lake Superior. Plan ahead using the Fall Color Finder provided by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Come stay at our lakefront Bed and Breakfast with spectacular views and all the comforts for a perfect fall vacation. Book your room at the gracious Solglimt Bed and Breakfast and see the North Shore at its most stunning. Continue reading →
This entry was posted in: Duluth Outdoors, Seasons in Duluth
and tagged Chester Park, Duluth, Enger Park, Enger Tower, Glensheen Mansion, Gooseberry Falls, Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory, Highway 61, Iona's Beach, Lakewalk, Leif Erikson Park, North Shore Scenic Drive, Park Point, Rose Garden, Skyline Parkway, Split Rock Lighthouse
This summer in Duluth has been an exceptional one, filled with extraordinary adventures along the shores of Lake Superior, and delightful guests coming through the doors of our Inn. Our location on Minnesota’s popular Park Point neighborhood is perfect for watching captivating sunsets and shipping traffic coming into Duluth’s harbor, and is the perfect destination from which to launch adventures on both land and sea. Those of us in Duluth know how to have a good time, which is a mindset reflected by our earned title of “Best Town Ever” by Outside Magazine. Further, our Duluth Bed and Breakfast is just a short walk away from downtown Duluth, and all it has to offer. Come stay with us for a few days, and spend your time exploring Duluth’s wooded hillsides and sparkling waterways. Afterwards, unwind and cool off with delicious craft brews at Duluth’s top breweries. Continue reading →
This entry was posted in: Duluth Breweries, Duluth Dining, Things to Do in Duluth
and tagged Bent Paddle Brewing, Brewery Tours, Canal Park Brewery, Craft Brews, Duluth Breweries, Earth Rider Brewing Company, Fitgers Brewhouse, Hoops Brewing, Lake Superior Brewing Company, Park Point
There are few places in Minnesota more exceptional than Duluth. Duluth has a reputation for being a rugged and active city, perfect for the avid outdoor enthusiast. It’s a reputation that’s well deserved. Summer is a special time of year in Duluth; there’s just something about this city that brings out your adventurous spirit. Perhaps it’s the wide open waters ready for exploration; or the hilly forests criss-crossed by trails; or the rugged outcroppings just begging to be climbed. Whatever it is, now is a great time to wrap up your summer fun with a getaway to our beautiful Bed and Breakfast on Duluth’s Park Point. Book your room at the luxurious Solglimt Bed and Breakfast, and get ready for an unforgettable summer vacation in Duluth. Continue reading →
