Things To Do
Wineries
Traverse City is Michigan’s wine country, home to 50+ wineries scattered across bays, bluffs, and vineyard-lined peninsulas. Bonobo Winery on Old Mission Peninsula has special meaning to us as this is where Luke worked last summer while living in Traverse City. For a complete list of wineries, visit: https://www.traversecity.com/food-and-drink/wineries.
Breweries & Distilleries
Traverse City is widely known as a hotbed for craft brewing and craft spirits. One of our favorite's is Short's Brewing in Elk Rapids. For a complete list of breweries and distilleries, visit: https://www.traversecity.com/food-and-drink/microbreweries.
Boat & Powersport Rentals
Traverse City is blessed with endless lakes, rivers, and trails to enjoy. If you're able, we'd encourage you to rent a boat and enjoy one of the many beautiful lakes in the region. Our favorite lakes include: Grand Traverse Bay, Torch Lake, and Elk Lake. Or, rent a UTV or ATV and ride along thousands of miles of forested trails. Our friends at Memories TC Rentals have a special discount on boat and powersport rentals for our wedding guests. Call 833-363-6679 and use PROMO CODE: GTRWEDDING10.
Golf & Spa
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa is renowned as a legendary golf destination and features three championship golf courses--including The Bear which has been ranked as the 18th toughest public course in America according to Golf Digest. Indoors, Spa Grand Traverse offers an impressive variety of spa and wellness treatments.
Downtown Traverse City
Downtown Traverse City is where small-town charm meets big-city flavor. Stroll our tree-lined streets, explore one-of-a-kind shops, savor world-class cuisine, and soak in the local culture.
Sleeping Bear Dunes
Named the “Most Beautiful Place in America” on ABC’s Good Morning America, its no wonder why so many people flock to Sleeping Bear Dunes every year. This is a must-see spot if your schedule allows.
Fishing
Traverse City is truly a world-class fishery with a wide variety of species to catch. Grand Traverse Bay, in particular, is well-known as a trophy smallmouth bass destination. Also of note is the Chinook salmon run that begins late-July / early-August. Our friends at True Blue Charters can assist if you would like to troll the deep water for salmon and lake trout.