Central, MI
Traverse City
Popular places to visit

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 browse for the perfect souvenirs at Front Street. Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Mission Point Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of Traverse City with a trip to Mission Point Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

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.

Spider Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spider Lake during your travels in Traverse City. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its wineries.

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.
Things to do

Lake Michigan Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

MOVIE STARS NON-BUS Old Mission Sunset Wine & Distillery Tour

MOVIE STARS NON-BUS Old Mission Afternoon / Sunset 3 Winery Tour

5-Hour Traverse City Wine Tour: 4 Wineries on Old Mission Peninsula

MOVIE STARS NON-BUS Old Mission Wine Distillery Sunset Tour

NON-BUS Police / Military / First Responder Wine Tour
Central Hotel Deals

Bayshore Resort
Beautiful property, rooms and beach. Pool and hot tub great and clean. Excellent, would stay again.
Reviewed on May 17, 2026

Grand Beach Resort Hotel
The location was amazing, the staff was very helpful to first timers in UP Michigan, and it was in an great location.
Reviewed on May 17, 2026

Delamar Traverse City

The Baywatch Resort
Nice location on the beach. Nehemiah at the front desk was super friendly and helpful. The breakfast options were many and staff was very good at keeping it stocked. Good location for getting around the peninsula. Lots of dining options nearby, at all price points. We had a 3rd floor Petite King ...
Reviewed on May 17, 2026

Park Place Hotel
Location excellent but property could use a refresh and some updates.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City
The lady working breakfast in the morning was absolutely delightful and so kind. She really made a positive difference in our stay and we throughly enjoyed her conversation and helpfulness. Thank you to the kind staff and especially that kind lady! My only wish was that there was a fitness ...
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Central

Old Towne
While Old Towne might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like City Opera House and Clinch Park Beach.

Midtown Centre
While there might not be top attractions in Midtown Centre, you can explore the larger area and discover places like City Opera House and Clinch Park Beach.

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.

Grand Traverse Commons
While visiting Grand Traverse Commons, you might make a stop by sights like Village at Grand Traverse Commons and Left Foot Charley.

Boardman
When in Boardman, you can plan a visit to Clinch Park Beach and Clinch Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Slabtown
If you're spending some time in Slabtown, Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay are top sights worth seeing.
