A woman canoes around huge chunks of ice in Lake Superior, overlooking the Duluth skyline.

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#45. Duluth

A seaport city on the shores of Lake Superior is Duluth, a tourism destination thanks to attractions like Great Lakes Aquarium and the Aerial Lift Bridge that spans the ship canal. Also drawing tourists are the foodie culture and the more than eight breweries now operating, including pubs like Canal Park Brewing Co., Thirsty Pagan Brewing and Fitger’s Brewhouse, which features a Big Boat Oatmeal Stout and a Procrastinator Dopplebock.

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