Things To Do
Battle Creek
The DoubleTree Hotel in Battle Creek is an easy walking distance from a sweet, small downtown. The restaurant located in the hotel has strong reviews and don't forget to check out the rooftop bar. If you're in the mood for bar food and live music on Friday night, walk on over to New Holland Brewery. If you're looking for a nice meal, the go-to spot is Kitchen Proper. Things to do: - Horrock's Farmer Market and Beer Garden - Binder Park Zoo - FireKeeper's Casino
Marshall
Just a short drive from Battle Creek is a quaint town called Marshall, Michigan. This town feels like it's right out of a Hallmark movie with a sweet street filled with locally owned shops. We recommend checking out Louie's bakery. While the decor inside doesn't look like it's been updated since they opened in the 50s, their pies sell out every day. Schuler's is a unique restaurant with great food. The main street is filled with fun antique shopping.
Kalamazoo
Inspiring the 1960s song, "I've got a gal in Kalamazoo." This town is only a 30 minute drive from Battle Creek and the downtown was the first outdoor mall in the US, and is still filled with cute shops today. Bell's Brewery is founded here and has a restaurant with great outdoor garden seating with frequent live music on the weekends. HopCat is another local bar favorite. Top restaurants include Brick and Brine, Principal and Rustica.
Grand Rapids
If you're flying into Michigan, we highly recommend checking to see if their are any easy flights into Grand Rapids. GR has so much to offer. The Fredrick Meijer Gardens are beautiful. Check out the Downtown Market for a collection of great bites or Wealthy Street for amazing bakeries, shops and restaurants.
Holland
If you have an extra day in Michigan, start your morning on the walking trails from the Felt Mansion to lake Michigan. Then jump in the car and head to 8th Street in Holland. This street is filled with fun specialty shops and great restaurants. Don't miss Spring Sweet, Killwins for ice cream, and the Curragh for a Rueben sandwich.