Things To Do
Poppycocks
Executive Chef Mary Dueweke focuses on fresh local ingredients to create her artfully inspired cuisine. The menu changes seasonally and they take great pride in creating delicious daily specials including but not limited to a vegetarian dish rightfully deemed the “Green Plate”. They also offer many other vegetarian, vegan & gluten free options in addition to an eclectic menu featuring playful appetizers, salads, handhelds, seafood, steak, local fresh fish, pastas and more.
Mama Lu's - A Modern Day Taco Shop
One of the BEST taco places in Traverse City with indoor and outdoor seating.
Red Ginger
Fine dining, Asian fusion. Reservations encouraged.
Slate
A nice steakhouse with an extensive wine list.
The Pub
This place is great because there is a pub downstairs with indoor seating. You can also go upstairs to their outdoor patio that overlooks downtown Traverse City. Small plates and several specialty cocktails, beer, and wine.
Tart Trail
The TART trail is a great hiking, biking and walking trail. You can rent bicycles and do the cross-town route, or you can select a hiking trail in the area!
Kayak, Bike & Brew
Take in all of the sights of Traverse City with a tour of downtown area breweries.
West End Beach
Nice, clean, sandy beach located near downtown.
Clinch Park Beach
Clinch Park is another amazing downtown beach. It is VERY family-friendly as they have a splash pad. They also have a spot to rent kayaks and bikes. There are clean bathrooms as well as a snack counter.