Folks from the Land of 10,000 Lakes and visitors, alike, flock to Duluth and the North Shore to experience some of the state's most beloved scenery. One way to see one of Minnesota's favorite cities from a unique perspective is to loose the lines from the shore and explore Duluth from the water. You can add even more of a twist by taking a Duluth, Minnesota harbor cruise as the sun sets or under the stars at night. Vista Fleet offers both options, and it's an experience that should be on any Minnesota bucket list.

Vista Fleet is a locally-owned tour operator that has been offering tours of Duluth's harbor for decades.

These popular excursions are practically a rite of passage for both locals and visitors to the city.

In addition to several daily harbor tours in the morning and afternoon hours, Vista Fleet offers regular sunset dinner cruises.

In addition to stunning views of the harbor and the setting sun, guests will enjoy dinner, a cash bar, and even occasional live music as the sun slips slowly below hills above Lake Superior.

As night falls, passengers are treated to the twinkling lights of the city, the stars, and the vessels in port.

Each season, the line also offers a handful of Sips on Superior cruises.

It's a nighttime cocktail cruise for passengers 21 years and older, and it's one of our favorite ways to experience Duluth in the dark.

There may be no better perspective of the city than that afforded by a Duluth, Minnesota harbor cruise on a Vista Fleet vessel. For more information about the sunset dinner cruises or nighttime cocktail excursions, visit Vista Fleet on the web. Check out Vista Fleet's Facebook page for updates, photos, and event information. Once you're back on land, take a guided tour of the city to learn even more about this Minnesota gem. If you're staying the city, be sure to check out all the amazing vacation rentals in the area, like this stunning lakeview cottage or this carriage house near the lake.

Have you taken a Vista Fleet cruise in Duluth? Let us know in the comments!