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Things To Do

The Leelanau peninsula is near and dear to us. We hope you're able to check out some of our favorite spots.

Empire Beach

Empire, MI 49630

Just down the beach from our venue. Enjoy the lake, beach, and park.

Shipwreck Cafe

11691 South Lacore Road, Empire, MI 49630

Amazing sandwiches!

Empire Village Inn

11601 South Lacore Road, Empire, MI 49630

Best pizza in the village!

Tiffanys Cafe

10213 West Front Street, Empire, MI 49630

Stop in for an ice cream scoop. We have such fond family memories walking to Tiffany's before sunset.

Joe's Friendly Tavern

11015 West Front Street, Empire, MI 49630

Great for every meal of the day! They have a new outdoor patio serving drinks and a select menu.

Sleeping Bear Dunes

MI 49636

Views well worth the hike and sand.

Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive

8500 Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive, Empire, MI 49630

Beautiful drive with photo opportunities at every curve.

Glen Arbor

Glen Arbor, MI

Only 15 minutes from Empire! Enjoy shopping at M22, Cherry Republic, and Cottonseed. Grab a coffee from The Mill or Lake Leelanau Coffee Roasting Co. Grab a burger at Art's (don't forget your cash). Play some mini golf at the River Club. Enjoy a glass of white wine at Glen Arbor Wines.

Suttons Bay

Suttons Bay, MI 49682

Such a cute & colorful city if you're looking for an excursion. Stop in at Farm Club on the way. So many wineries nearby as well. Some of our favorites are Shady Lane, Suttons Bay Ciders, and Mawby.

Leland

Leland, MI 49654

Enjoy this tiny coastal town with major charm! Walk through the shanties of Historic Fishtown. Grab a chubby mary and hunt for rare "Leland Blue" stones along the beach.