Empire Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Empire
Where to stay in Empire
Downtown Mmpire
When in Downtown Mmpire, you can plan a visit to Empire Bluff Trail and Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Empire Lakeshore Inn
Spotless room comfortable bed great stay even in the dead of winter
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Dune Climb Inn
Great roadside inn. Room was cozy and perfect. I visited in winter when most tourist amenities are closed, so glad this inn stays open. Fridge, microwave, and fully-stocked coffee machine were very helpful. Everything was clean and staff was very nice to leave the light on for me when I told them ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City
Everything was fine except the audio of the TV bounced off the wall at the head of my bed, I thought the next room had their TV up too loud but if I muted the TV the noise stopped.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa
Room was great!
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Pinestead Reef Resort
I loved it! Front desk check in smooth and nice lady showed me around too. I fr eat like a queen. Will definitely stay again
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Kasa 539 Bay Street Traverse City
Very nice accommodations. Clean, easy check in and out, reasonable walk to downtown and breweries.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit
Little Glen Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Little Glen Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
After visiting Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Empire. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.
Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive
Find out about the history of Empire when you spend time at Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Lime Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lime Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Pearl Lake Natural Area
You can take time to visit Pearl Lake Natural Area during your travels to Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Hartman Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hartman Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Things to do
NON BUS Andie's VIP Traverse / Leelanau Peninsula Wine Tour
Andie's NON BUS 4-winery Traverse Leelanau Peninsula Wine Tour
