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10 Best and Fun Things To Do In Two Harbors, Minnesota


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This is a vibrant harbor village in Lake County, Minnesota, where visitors can experience a wonderful mix of the past and present. Two Harbors has a rich history, and there are many activities and attractions that are sure to delight any of its visitors.

Tourists can visit Agate Bay and walk out onto the break-wall to witness 1000-foot-long boats arriving. There is also the Two Harbors Lighthouse on the waterfront, the oldest working lighthouse in the state.

And if you’re interested in history, why not visit the Duluth and Iron Range Depot on your trip to Two Harbors? It is home to the Lake County Depot Museum and Historical Society, and visitors can learn more about local history in the iron, timber, and fishing industries.

Keep reading for our list of top things to do in Two Harbors, Minnesota

The 10 Most Popular Things To Do In Two Harbors, Minnesota

10. John Dwan Office Building

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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Location: 203 Co Hwy 20 Two Harbors MN

9. Burlington Bay

4.6 ★★★★★ (22 reviews)

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8. Gitchi-Gami Trail Association

4.7 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

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Location: 1130 11th Ave Two Harbors MN

Tel:  218 529 7535

Web Address:   http://ggta.org/

7. Agate Bay

4.8 ★★★★★ (14 reviews)

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6. 3M Birthplace Museum

4.1 ★★★★☆ (39 reviews)

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Location: 203 Waterfront Dr Two Harbors MN

Tel:  218 834 4898

Web Address:   http://lakecountyhistoricalsociety.org/museums/view/3m-museum

5. Lake County Historical Society

4.6 ★★★★★ (42 reviews)

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Location: 520 South Ave #1 Two Harbors MN

Tel:  218 834 4898

Web Address:   http://lakecountyhistoricalsociety.org/

4. Burlington Bay Beach

4.7 ★★★★★ (79 reviews)

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Web Address:   http://mnbeaches.org/

3. The Duluth and Iron Range Depot Museum

4.5 ★★★★★ (148 reviews)

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Location: 520 South Ave Two Harbors MN

Tel:  218 834 4898

Web Address:   http://lakecountyhistoricalsociety.org/

2. Two Harbors Lighthouse Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (183 reviews)

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Location: Two Harbors MN

Tel:  218 834 4898

Web Address:   https://lakecountyhistoricalsociety.org/museums/view/two-harbors-light-station

1. Agate Bay Beach

4.6 ★★★★★ (250 reviews)

Web Address:   http://mnbeaches.org/beaches/lksuperior/b039.shtml

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Two Harbors, Minnesota! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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