Best Places to Visit in Michigan

One of Michigan’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar

Learn all about one of the quirkiest towns in Michigan, filled with unique attractions and small-town charm. A hidden gem worth exploring.

by Jacki Mick

on May 19

High-angle overlook of lush green forests and rolling hills under big clouds in Cedar, MI.

May 20

You Can Explore This Coastal Michigan City Entirely on Foot—and It’s Stunning

Trips & Routes

Hilly street view of downtown Marquette, Michigan, with flowering lamp posts and green trees on a summer day.

May 22

The Paddling Trail in Michigan That’s Better Than Most Hikes

Nature

Wide aerial shot showing the sandbars and turquoise water of Torch Lake along Michigan's Chain of Lakes Water Trail.

Jun 2

This Community-Loved Grand Rapids Cafe Is Serving Up Michigan’s Best Modern Brunch

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Nature

The Small-Town State Park in Michigan Locals Want To Keep to Themselves

Crystal clear water ripples over a rocky pebble beach along the coast of Wilderness State Park, Michigan.

Nature

Seeing This Michigan National Park After Dark Is Better Than Daytime

Nature

6 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in Michigan for a Spring Hike

Experiences

A Small Town in Michigan Is Hiding an Unforgettable Airbnb Experience

Experiences

These 6 Strangest Buildings in Michigan Are Unlike Anything Else Around

Experiences

I Don’t Ski, but the Snow Tubing in Michigan Is Incredible

Trips & Routes

Between Marquette and Ishpeming Is a Hidden Roadside Attraction in Michigan

Trips & Routes

This Little-Known Waterfront Town Is One of the Most Charming in Michigan

Trips & Routes

This Unexpected Place in Michigan Is One of the Best Road Trip Stops You’ve Never Considered

Miniature taxidermy mouse holding an "End is Near" sign next to a mouse pushing a tiny stroller.

Food

The Michigan Restaurant That’s Worth Crossing State Lines For

A classic cheeseburger and crinkle-cut fries at Redamak's in New Buffalo, MI.

Food

One of the Best Food Halls in Michigan, This Spot Is a Must-Visit

Food

Yes, You Can Eat Unlimited Soup at This Beloved Michigan Restaurant

Stays

4 Epic Airbnbs in Michigan With Pools, Hot Tubs, and Unreal Water Views

Stays

The Unexpected Michigan Vacation Rental You’ll Remember Forever

Historic black and white photo of the original Manistee, Michigan, lighthouse and keeper's quarters nestled in sand dunes.

Stays

3 Michigan Airbnbs Near Waterfall Trails You’ll Want To Explore

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Stays

Camping

This Secluded Campground Near Pictured Rocks Is One of Michigan’s Best Kept Secrets

This secluded campground near Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is one of Michigan's best kept secrets. Here’s what to expect and how to visit.

by Trent Jonas

on Jun 5

Point-of-view shot from a red kayak gliding over smooth blue water toward a pine forest at Au Train Lake, Michigan.

Nature

The Best Kept Summer Secret in Michigan Is This Glacier-Carved Lake

by Jacki Mick

on Jun 9

Evergreen forest trees perfectly reflecting off calm waters at Higgins Lake, MI.

Stays

6 Waterfront Michigan Rentals So Stunning They Don’t Feel Real

by Jacki Mick

on Jun 10

Aerial sunset view of a luxury peninsula lakefront vacation home in Pigeon, MI.

Nature

Visit the Hidden Gem Small Town Right Next Door to Hartwick Pines State Park

by Jacki Mick

on Jun 12

Outdoor patio dining and storefronts in Grayling Michigan

Trips & Routes

Endless Outdoor Adventures Await in These 5 Small Towns in Michigan

by Cait Kontalis

on Jun 15

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State Pride

4 Convincing Reasons Michigan Might Be the Best Place To Live for Retirees

Looking for the best place to retire? These 4 reasons show why Michigan is a smart, affordable, and often overlooked option.

Why Travelers Are Falling for This Small Historic Town in Michigan

A small historic town in Michigan holds a curious claim to fame. Visitors arrive wondering if the magic is real.

by Jacki Mick

on Mar 20

A magician in a tuxedo performs on a dark stage, holding a colorful umbrella with long, flowing ribbons attached.

Trips & Routes

Walloon Lake Is a Literary Pilgrimage for Fans of Ernest Hemingway

Ernest Hemingway spent formative summers at Walloon Lake in Michigan. The landscape later echoed through his short stories and novels.

by Jacki Mick

on Mar 8

Hazy, elevated view of Walloon Lake framed by orange and yellow fall trees.

Trips & Routes

Locals Love This Under-the-Radar Michigan Town (Here’s Why)

Go to this hidden gem town in Michigan for the shoreline, but stay for the history.

You Can Hike in Two States in One Day on This Michigan Trail

Hike two states at once in Michigan and Wisconsin on the North Country Trail. Cross the Montreal River to experience this border hike in a single afternoon.

by Trent Jonas

on Feb 26