Things To Do
Detroit Riverwalk & Belle Isle Park (Downtown Detroit – 40 min)
For urban explorers, the revitalized Detroit Riverwalk has been ranked among the best in the U.S. Pair it with a visit to Belle Isle, a lush island park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, featuring a conservatory, aquarium, and skyline views.
Detroit Institute of Arts
The DIA houses one of the best art collections in the country — including Diego Rivera’s Detroit Industry Murals. After the museum, your guests can walk around Midtown, grab brunch at Selden Standard or Jolly Pumpkin, and feel the city’s creative pulse.
Franklin Cider Mill
An iconic Michigan cider mill experience with fresh-pressed cider, warm donuts, and a creekside setting.
Day Trip to Lake Michigan: Holland or South Haven (2–2.5 hours)
Experience Michigan’s freshwater coast — charming beach towns with sandy shores, lighthouses, and walkable downtowns. Holland has a quaint Dutch vibe, a stunning beach, and Windmill Island Gardens. South Haven offers beachside wine bars, pier sunsets, and a relaxed lakeside atmosphere.
Ann Arbor: Food, Culture & Vibes (1 hour)
Home to the University of Michigan, but we don’t hold that against them. Ann Arbor is a cultural and culinary gem. Stroll Main Street, eat at Frita Batidos or Zingerman’s Deli, or catch live music. Visit the Matthaei Botanical Gardens or the U-M Museum of Art.
Frankenmuth – “Michigan’s Little Bavaria” (1.5 hours)
A fairytale-like German village with biergartens, chicken dinners, and horse-drawn carriages. Don’t miss Zehnder’s or Bavarian Inn, and stop by Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland (open year-round). - Stroll the covered bridge or take a paddlewheel boat ride on the Cass River.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore (4 hours – worth the early start!)
One of the most stunning places in America— massive sand dunes, crystal-clear Lake Michigan waters, and scenic drives. Hike the Dune Climb, take in Pierce Stocking Drive, or kayak Glen Lake.
Traverse City Wine Country (4.5 hours)
Perfect for wine lovers or those turning the trip into a mini-vacation. Sip Rieslings along the Old Mission Peninsula, relax on the water, and enjoy farm-to-table dining. It’s Napa vibes with a northern Michigan twist.
Mackinac Island (5–6 hours or 1-hour flight from DTW to Pellston + ferry)
No cars. Just bikes, horses, and fudge. A true step back in time and Michigan’s most iconic island destination. Visit Grand Hotel, ride a tandem bike around the island, or relax with lake views and a cocktail. If you want something unforgettable, this is it.