Old Town Lansing Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
Michigan History Museum
The history of the people of Michigan is presented across five levels of exhibits at this museum that charts the story of the state from its earliest days through to the 21st century.
Top hotels in Old Town Lansing
Hyatt House Lansing University Area
"Very clean. Breakfast was good. Parking wasn't the best because you had to walk up stairs and across the way and they charged $14 a day"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing
"This is seriously a fantastic hotel! There is an amazing bat and restaurant on the roof and the staff is super helpful and friendly!"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Lansing - East
"A good, comfortable hotel."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Woodspring Suites East Lansing - University Area
"We got this room last minute. We did come in late at night but the staff wasn’t to helpful. Had the front desk closed off and not just late at night, but still in the morning at ten to nine. There was actually a fed ex guy there waiting for someone to take the package along with a couple other customers ..."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Best Western Okemos/East Lansing Hotel & Suites
"Everything was great thank you"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
AC Hotel Lansing University Area
"Clean, friendly staff. Breakfast buffet not great, but worth online bundle price"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Old Town Lansing
Downtown Lansing
If you're spending some time in Downtown Lansing, Michigan State Capitol and Lansing Center are top sights worth seeing.
Waverly
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Waverly. You might want to make time for a stop at Lansing Mall or Horrocks Farm Market.
East Side
While East Side may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Potter Park Zoo and Jackson Field.
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.
Old Everett
Though Old Everett may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fenner Nature Center and Potter Park Zoo.
