Northwest Michigan Travel Guide
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Downtown Traverse City
If you're spending some time in Downtown Traverse City, Clinch Park Beach and City Opera House are top sights worth seeing.
Traverse Heights
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Traverse Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Traverse Area District Library and Front Street.
Oak Park
While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Front Street and Traverse Area District Library are some notable places to visit nearby.
Central
Central might not have many top sights, but City Opera House and Clinch Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Slabtown
If you're spending some time in Slabtown, Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Boardman
While Boardman isn't home to many top sights, Clinch Park Beach and Traverse Area District Library are some notable places to visit nearby.
Grand Traverse Resort And Spa
The hotel itself is nice, but our pillows were rather flat and the bathroom was small. Also, there was way too much chlorine in the hot tub.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel
It was ok a bit pricey nothing special about it
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Leelanau Sands Casino & Lodge
Rooms were clean and staff was friendly.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Betsie Riverside Resort
Great place with welcoming owners. The place is very well kept up! Pool is great.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
The Shores Resort
The condo checked all our boxes: small beachfront walk, grocery store & nice restaurant nearby, parking convenient & bed was fabulous. My spouse wanted to say that grab bars in the shower should be installed & non-slip tub mat available. I also like instructions on how to make TV easier to operate. ...
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Traverse City Flats
It is pet friendly, although we don't have pets. There was a full kitchen that had everything needed to prepare food. Full size refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, washer and dryer, a garage to park in. It was very clean and so beautiful. Very well maintained. Many extra pillows and blankets available ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
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Popular places to visit
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Spectacular sand dunes loom over the deep blue waters of Lake Michigan at this national park, where the rivers run clear and the forest rings with birdcalls.
Traverse City Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Traverse City Beach during your trip to Traverse City? Discover the area's lively festivals or seek out its local tours.
Front Street
During your visit to Traverse City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Front Street. Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Crystal Mountain
Hit the slopes in Thompsonville with a visit to Crystal Mountain. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Glen Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Glen Lake during your travels in Glen Arbor. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Mission Point Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of Traverse City when you stop by Mission Point Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.
