Michigan

Travel Guide

A city skyline at sunset with a boat on the water.
A waterfront promenade with steps leading to a statue, modern skyscrapers, and a clear blue sky.
A coastal cliff with a natural arch formation, dense greenery, and a view of the sea.
A river with a white boat in the foreground and a city skyline in the background.
A cityscape with a large body of water, a central fountain, and a bridge in the distance.

Check out Michigan's stunning lakes, unique towns, and cultural landmarks that cater to every type of traveler.

Michigan is an ideal destination for outdoor and scenery travelers. You can explore natural features like Torch Lake, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, and Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. For those interested in activities, major sports venues include Little Caesars Arena, Ford Field, and Comerica Park. Additionally, you can visit the Leelanau Peninsula Wineries, Beaver Island, and the Wineries of Old Mission Peninsula, which are known for their scenic outdoor experiences.

Make sure to explore the distinct towns and cities of Michigan. Traverse City and Mackinac Island are both known for outdoor and scenery experiences; Traverse City features Front Street, Great Wolf Lodge Water Park, and Clinch Park Beach, while Mackinac Island is home to the Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau, Arch Rock, and Fort Mackinac. Ann Arbor offers a different experience with its cultural scene, including Briarwood Mall, Crisler Center, and Hill Auditorium.

The best time to visit Michigan is influenced by visitor demand, which remains fairly steady throughout the year. The period from May to July tends to be a little busier, while it quiets down from October to December. This means you can choose your visit based on your preferences for crowd levels and activities, regardless of the season.

Where to stay in Michigan

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Downtown Detroit

Known for its great live music and first-class casinos, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Detroit. Check out top attractions like Ford Field and Campus Martius Park, and jump on the metro at Campus Martius Station or Cadillac Center Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Grand Rapids

While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like DeVos Performance Hall and Heritage Hill Historic District.

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.

Rochester Hills

Live music, restaurants, and shopping are just a few things travelers enjoy about Rochester Hills. Check out The Village Of Rochester Hills or Meadow Brook Amphitheatre while you're exploring the area.

Norton Shores

Travelers come to Norton Shores for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lake Michigan and Hoffmaster State Park while you're in town.

MotorCity Casino Hotel

MotorCity Casino Hotel

4.5 out of 5
2901 Grand River Ave Detroit MI
$173 nightly
The price is $199 total per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
$199 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,897 reviews)
"Surprisingly clean, well appointed room with large clean bathroom. The soda/coffee station in the casino was a little sticky, but I wasn’t bothered."

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2026

MotorCity Casino Hotel
Hollywood Casino at Greektown

Hollywood Casino at Greektown

4 out of 5
1200 Saint Antoine St Detroit MI
$164 nightly
The price is $189 total per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
$189 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
Hollywood Casino at Greektown
Atheneum Suite Hotel

Atheneum Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
1000 Brush Avenue Detroit MI
$159 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$183 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,571 reviews)
"the location needs updated ceramic floor in bathroom cracked , did not provide enough towels no wash cloth, toilet low to floor you fall sitting on it , tubs are way too high hard to get in and out almost fell, beds were comfortable and clean when we arrived in the room found a plastic bag with some ..."

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2026

Atheneum Suite Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Birch Hill Suites Detroit

Birch Hill Suites Detroit

3 out of 5
30180 North Civic Center Dr Warren MI
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Warren. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Birch Hill Suites Detroit
Kasa Cadillac Square Detroit

Kasa Cadillac Square Detroit

4 out of 5
139 Cadillac Square Detroit MI
Stay at this aparthotel in Detroit. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (933 reviews)
"2nd.stay here. Perfect location. Are seems cleaner and less grimy than 2 years ago. Unit was as described with few small issues. Torn curtains. Broken handle in shower and missing batteries in remote. Floor was pretty quiet. Great view and very comfy beds."

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2026

Kasa Cadillac Square Detroit
Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

2 out of 5
232 E State St Traverse City MI
Stay at this aparthotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Front Street and Traverse City ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (256 reviews)
"This was my first time using VRBO/Expedia for rentals. I choose this property due to the price for what looked like I was going to receive. The pictures showed a bedroom (to be chosen later), kitchen, bath and sitting/TV room. what was not shown when the room was selected it modified the reservation. ..."

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2026

Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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