Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary Tours

Are you passionate about and the health and future of our oceans? Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary is too. Arrange a visit to see what's involved in protecting and preserving the marine environment.

Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary is free to enter, so you can have a good time in Alpena without taking out your wallet. When you've finished at this protected ocean area, check out some of the area's other popular spots. Mich-E-Ke-Wis Park, Northern Lights Arena and Bay View Park will keep you busy.

Plan a trip to see Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary

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Ramada by Wyndham Alpena

Ramada by Wyndham Alpena

3 out of 5
Price was $752, price is now $659 per person
$659
per person
Dec 26 - Jan 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Alpena (APN)
14.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Waffles didn’t taste good. Coffee was bad. Shower was spaying the ceiling. Hot tub was good. Pool was beautiful but chilly. Staff was friendly.

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Driftwood Motel

Driftwood Motel

2.5 out of 5
Price was $820, price is now $696 per person
$696
per person
Dec 26 - Jan 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Alpena (APN)
16/10 Exceptional! (436 reviews)
Courteous staff, beautiful view, quiet

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025

The Purple Martin Inn

The Purple Martin Inn

3 out of 5
Price was $1,063, price is now $919 per person
$919
per person
Dec 26 - Jan 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Dallas (DFW) to Alpena (APN)
18.8/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
Everything was lovely

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Popular places to visit

Great mini golf with really unique holes!

Lee's Miniature Golf

You can take time to visit Lee's Miniature Golf during your travels to Alpena. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its museums.

Lee's Miniature Golf

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center

4/5(27 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Alpena. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its monuments.

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center

Alpena Civic Theater

3/5(1 review)

Get tickets for a show at Alpena Civic Theater, a storied theater in Alpena. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its monuments.

Alpena Civic Theater

Thunder Bay Theater

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy a show at Thunder Bay Theater, a storied theater in Alpena. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its monuments.

Thunder Bay Theater

Riverside Skate Park

Catch an event at Riverside Skate Park during your trip to Alpena. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Riverside Skate Park

Alpena County Library

4.5/5(6 reviews)

After visiting Alpena County Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alpena. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.

Alpena County Library

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