Westside Travel Guide
Lansing
Popular places to visit
Lansing Center
Learn about the events happening in Lansing Center during your trip to Lansing. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Michigan State Capitol
Admire the marvelous domed building that marks the seat of government in Michigan, then take a tour of the interior to learn how the state’s laws are made.
Jackson Field
Catch an event at Jackson Field during your trip to Lansing. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Adado Riverfront Park
Experience the relaxed atmosphere of this tranquil part of Michigan’s historic capital city and enjoy live music on the banks of the river.
Potter Park Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Potter Park Zoo during your trip to Lansing? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
R.E. Olds Transportation Museum
Travel through the history of transportation in an engaging museum that charts the history of the REO Motor Car Company and displays some of its finest vehicles.
Top hotels in Westside
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing
great stay!
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites East Lansing/Okemos
Very nice hotel. Clean and as expected. Good breakfast
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Lansing - East
Room was large and super clean. Breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott East Lansing University Area
Clean, spacious room, good breakfast, close to MSU & friendly staff. Only negative is sink & tub are slow to drain.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hyatt House Lansing University Area
Check-in was easy. The room was nice. Breakfast was good. The coffee was great and the hotel was quiet.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Clarion Pointe East Lansing University Area
Nice
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
West Lansing
When in West Lansing, you can plan a visit to Michigan History Museum and Lansing Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Lansing
If you're spending some time in Downtown Lansing, Michigan State Capitol and Adado Riverfront Park are top sights worth seeing.
Edgemont Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Edgemont Park and surrounding area, you can visit Lansing Mall and Michigan History Museum.
REO Town
While there might not be top attractions in REO Town, you can explore the larger area and discover places like River Trail and R.E. Olds Transportation Museum.
Old Town Lansing
Travellers enjoy Old Town Lansing for its live music and architecture. Consider checking out The Creole Gallery while you're in the area.
Moores Park
When in Moores Park, you can plan a visit to River Trail and REO Motor Car Company / REO Clubhouse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
