Downtown Traverse City Travel Guide
Traverse City
Visit Downtown Traverse City
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Traverse City State Park
You can take time to visit Traverse City State Park during your travels to Traverse City. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly 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.
Bass Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bass Lake during your travels in Traverse City. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.
Chateau Grand Traverse
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Chateau Grand Traverse during your travels to Traverse City. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its wineries.
Things to do
NON-BUS Old Mission Sunset AFTERNOON Wine & Distillery Tour
5-Hour Traverse City Wine Tour: 4 Wineries on Old Mission Peninsula
Top hotels in Downtown Traverse City
Park Place Hotel
"Some bits showing wear but very clean, staff was friendly and efficient. Don’t miss the view from the rooftop bar."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hotel Indigo Traverse City by IHG
"The hotel’s location was excellent and conveniently close to everything. Unfortunately, our experience was overshadowed by the construction taking place right next to the hotel. Our room window was literally only about 8 feet away from the construction site, making it impossible to open the shades ..."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa
"Be aware that parking is not on site!!! And adds significant cost and inconvenience. Also be aware this is a virtual experience, and the people you may end up speaking with are not in this country. Check in is quite involved ; uploading drivers license, selfie, etc. It was terrible trying to find ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
The Loop Downtown By Kasa
Grand Beach Resort Hotel
"This was a beautiful property where we could watch the sunset and sunrise."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Grand Traverse Resort And Spa
"Wonderful time with my daughters.."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Traverse City
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.
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.
Slabtown
If you're spending some time in Slabtown, Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay are top sights worth seeing.
Central
Central might not have many top sights, but City Opera House and Clinch Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
