Things To Do
Outpost Traverse City
The cutest coffee shop along Front Street in downtown Traverse City - grab some breakfast here before heading out to explore the town!
Charles & Reid Detroit Pizza
World's best Detroit-style pizza (if that's your thing... it's definitely ours).
The Little Fleet
Sit down, grab a bite, and hang out at this fun collection of local food trucks!
The Cooks’ House
If you're looking for an upscale dinner while you're in town, The Cooks' House is a small, chef-owned and run restaurant with an ever-changing menu and fabulous reviews.
Rare Bird Brewpub
If you're looking for a fun brewery to hang out at in Traverse City, Rare Bird is it! Great local beers on tap, delicious cocktails and bar food, and a quaint outdoor patio!
Sleeping Bear Dunes + National Lakeshore
Drive 45 minutes west to visit the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes and National Lakeshore! With miles of sand beach and bluffs that tower 450 feet over Lake Michigan, the dunes offer great hikes, views, and photo ops! Expect to pay an entry fee of $25 per car.
Old Mission Peninsula Wine Trail
Visit one or all ten of Old Mission Peninsula's wineries and enjoy breathtaking views of Northern Michigan's rolling hills, cherry orchards, vineyards, and lakeshore. The first winery on the trail is just a 20 minute drive from downtown Traverse City, but be sure to look into the many local companies who offer group tours with dining and transportation included!
Lake Michigan Sailing Cruises
Venture out onto Lake Michigan via a private or group sailing charter! Walk along the shore in downtown Traverse City and find a wide variety of charter options, or search Two Brothers Sailing Company or Nauti-Cat Traverse City for some more vetted options :)
Arcadia Bluffs Golf Club
Located one hour away from downtown Traverse City, Arcadia Bluffs is home to the 16th and 53rd best public golf courses in the United States! Book a tee time on the Bluffs Course or the South Course and enjoy a beautiful links-style golf course overlooking Lake Michigan. If you're looking for something closer, Northern Michigan has hundreds of stunning golf courses to choose from!