Things To Do
City Park Grill
The best warm biscuits straight out of the oven!
The Landing
Lobster rolls and views of Lake Charlevoix!
Smoke On the Water
BBQ joint, scratch cooking, great breakfast
Jax Northside Food & Spirits
Gorgeous patio and golf views!
Cafe Meria
Coffee bar, smoothies, sweet treats.
Apache Trout Grill
Amazing food and gorgeous views of Grand Traverse Bay. Our TVC tradition - we stop for lunch every visit up north!
Hunt for Petoskey Stones
Head to the beach and hunt for Petoskey stones! Petoskey stones are actually fossilized coral from over 350 million years ago during the Devonian period when Michigan was covered by warm sea water. Look for Petoskey stones at Fisherman's Island State Park, McSauba Recreation Area/ North Point Nature Preserve, or right downtown at Michigan Beach.
Shop Downtown Charlevoix
Downtown Charlevoix's small-town charm and boutique shopping has something for everyone.
Charlevoix's Cultural Corridor
Charlevoix's Cultural Corridor celebrates the rich heritage and artistic spirit of the region. The corridor features the Circle of Arts, Harsha House Museum, and Public Library.
Mushroom House Tour
A trip to Charlevoix would not be complete without a tour of Earl Young's mushroom houses. This self-taught architect designed houses out of large boulders and cedar shakes, creating whimsical designs.
Wine Tasting
Head to Travers City and check out some of the local wineries! We love visiting Mari Vineyards, Brys Estate, and Chateau Chantal. During our last trip, we visited Rove Winery at the Gallagher Estate which was a hidden gem! Even Koda tried a sip of their frosé!
The Gym Traverse City
Get a Pump at The Gym in Traverse City - grab a day pass and get a sweat! They have a large weight room, cardio room, dry sauna, and courts for racquetball and basketball.
