Title: Things to Do in Houghton in 2026 | Expedia.com [Houghton Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Houghton.dx6079)[Hotels in Houghton](https://expedia.com/Houghton-Hotels.d6079.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Houghton](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Houghton.d6079.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Houghton](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Houghton.d6079.Car-Rental-Guide)[Houghton Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Houghton.d6079.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Houghton ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Houghton Types of activities [Houghton Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Houghton.dx6079) ![River Reflection Town with Bridge and Docks Sunrise Panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079/05493e89-4fe7-43c3-815f-a2a1be0cf0ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lonely Bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079/7ad76d24-eed3-4b39-ad29-0b8ea730b04c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Houghton and It's Lift Bridge and located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079/7268033d-1cd5-4bc1-90bf-16b6b4dfbc36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Houghton city in Michigan upper peninsula](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079/da5bb6cb-c590-46ea-89d4-ae95385421ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Morning fog on a river near Houghton city in Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079/158648d8-3a43-4e93-9219-06cde8a692fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- --- ## Recommended things to do in Houghton | Number of things to do | 3 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Keweenaw Copper Country Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour](/things-to-do/keweenaw-copper-country-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a49002305.activity-details): $15 | | Top 5 things to do | [Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Keweenaw Copper Country Trail](/things-to-do/keweenaw-copper-country-trail-audio-driving-tour.a46966800.activity-details)[Keweenaw Copper Country Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour](/things-to-do/keweenaw-copper-country-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a49002305.activity-details)[Keweenaw Copper Country Self Guided Driving Audio Tour](/things-to-do/keweenaw-copper-country-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a49034702.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Keweenaw Copper Country Trail](/things-to-do/keweenaw-copper-country-trail-audio-driving-tour.a46966800.activity-details)[Keweenaw Copper Country Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour](/things-to-do/keweenaw-copper-country-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a49002305.activity-details)[Keweenaw Copper Country Self Guided Driving Audio Tour](/things-to-do/keweenaw-copper-country-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a49034702.activity-details) | | With kids | | ## What to do in Houghton --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Houghton? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Houghton ![Michigan Technological College Houghton](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6092433/3b193693-c38d-4b70-a2fc-33a32a3ce410.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Michigan Technological University Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Michigan Technological University, during your trip to Houghton. Discover the coffeehouses in this walkable area, or seek out the ski slopes. [](https://expedia.com/Michigan-Technological-University-Houghton.d6092433.Vacation-Attraction) ![Houghton, MI, USA - Oct 3,2020:The Portage Lake Lift Bridge connects the cities of Hancock and Houghton, was built in 1959.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558085438/02129810-b717-4eee-9651-6a05cf974fa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Houghton–Hancock Bridge Houghton–Hancock Bridge is just one of the places to see in Houghton, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its hiking trails. [](https://expedia.com/HoughtonHancock-Bridge-Houghton.d553248621558085438.Vacation-Attraction) #### Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center Explore the great outdoors at Isle Royale Houghton Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Houghton. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Isle-Royale-Houghton-Visitor-Center-Houghton.d553248635998150040.Vacation-Attraction) #### Nara Nature Park Explore the great outdoors at Nara Nature Park, a lovely green space in Houghton. You can seek out the hiking trails and ski slopes in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Nara-Nature-Park-Houghton.d553248621532668581.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mine Shaft Bring your family to Mine Shaft and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Houghton. You can seek out the hiking trails and ski slopes in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Mine-Shaft-Houghton.d553248621555836344.Vacation-Attraction) #### Prospector's Paradise Enjoy an outing to Prospector's Paradise during your stay in Houghton. Discover the coffeehouses in this walkable area, or seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Prospectors-Paradise-Houghton.d553248621555566070.Vacation-Attraction) #### Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts Enjoy an outing to Rozsa Center for the Performing Arts during your stay in Houghton. Discover the coffeehouses in this walkable area, or seek out the ski slopes. [](https://expedia.com/Rozsa-Center-For-The-Performing-Arts-Houghton.d553248621558085439.Vacation-Attraction) #### A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in A.E. Seaman Mineral Museum in Houghton. You can seek out the ski slopes and hiking trails in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/AE-Seaman-Mineral-Museum-Houghton.d553248621532668598.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gates Tennis Center Catch an event at Gates Tennis Center during your trip to Houghton. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Gates-Tennis-Center-Houghton.d941624259160526848.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Houghton ![The Portage Lake Lift Bridge connects the cities of Hancock and Houghton, was built in 1959.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/881/1a5cb250-7490-420d-86ae-fc48f1016f95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hancock ![Aerial view of Geevor tin mines in Cornwall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974530602/062fa1a9-d267-4b61-9b49-bdff123d176b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Atlantic Mine ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Houghton worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Houghton? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Houghton? ### Is three days enough to stay in Houghton? ### Is Houghton a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Houghton with kids? ### What to do in Houghton for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Houghton?