Downtown Traverse City

Traverse City

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Popular places to visit

Front Street

Front Street

During your visit to Traverse City, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Front Street. Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Front Street
Mission Point Lighthouse

Mission Point Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Traverse City with a trip to Mission Point Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

Mission Point Lighthouse

Traverse City Visitor Center

After visiting Traverse City Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Traverse City. Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its lively festivals.

Traverse City Visitor Center

City Opera House

You can make plans for a show at City Opera House during your trip to Traverse City. Wander the beautiful beaches and lakeside in the area.

City Opera House

Old Town Playhouse

You can enjoy a show at Old Town Playhouse on your trip to Traverse City. Wander the beautiful beaches and lakeside in the area.

Old Town Playhouse

Traverse City Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Traverse City Beach during your trip to Traverse City? Discover the area's lively festivals, or seek out its local tours.

Traverse City Beach

Things to do

The Discovery leaving the dock

Guided Sightseeing Cruise on West Grand Traverse Bay

P2,697
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Guided Sightseeing Cruise on West Grand Traverse Bay
NON BUS Traverse Sunset Wine Tour 3 Winery Old Mission Peninsula

NON BUS Traverse Sunset Wine Tour 3 Winery Old Mission Peninsula

P3,820
per adult
NON BUS Traverse Sunset Wine Tour 3 Winery Old Mission Peninsula
Wind Dancer Happy Hour Sail

Wind Dancer Happy Hour Sail

P8,914
per adult
Wind Dancer Happy Hour Sail
VIP GMC Yukon Traverse City Wine Tour on Old Mission Peninsula

VIP GMC Yukon Traverse City Wine Tour on Old Mission Peninsula

P5,562
per adult
VIP GMC Yukon Traverse City Wine Tour on Old Mission Peninsula
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Michigan Lakeshore, M-22

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Michigan Lakeshore, M-22

P947
per traveler
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Michigan Lakeshore, M-22
NON BUS 4 Winery Traverse City Wine Tour on Old Mission Peninsula

NON BUS 4 Winery Traverse City Wine Tour on Old Mission Peninsula

P5,000
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
NON BUS 4 Winery Traverse City Wine Tour on Old Mission Peninsula
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Top hotels in Downtown Traverse City

Park Place Hotel
Park Place Hotel
3 out of 5
300 E State St, Traverse City, MI
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The location of this hotel is excellent. So convenient for walking in the downtown area. The hotel itself is fine. Rooms were clean, but housekeeping was lacking, even after I mentioned it to the front desk. The lobby and common areas are good, but overall, it feels in need of a bit of TLC, especially ..."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

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Hotel Indigo Traverse City by IHG
Hotel Indigo Traverse City by IHG
3.5 out of 5
263 W Grandview Parkway, Traverse City, MI
The price is P20,257 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
P20,257
P22,485 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel, only wish it had a pool or beach access."

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Hotel Indigo Traverse City by IHG
Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa
Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa
2 out of 5
232 E State St, Traverse City, MI
Stay at this aparthotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Front Street and Traverse City ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
"Great apartment located right downtown would stay again anytime."

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

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Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa
The Loop Downtown By Kasa
The Loop Downtown By Kasa
139 Pine Street, Traverse City, MI
Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Front Street and Traverse City Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay, plenty of room, great for cooking meals. Walking distance to nightlife, spas, and reataurants."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

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The Loop Downtown By Kasa
Grand Beach Resort Hotel
Grand Beach Resort Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1683 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,058 reviews)
"Overall it is good hotel."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

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Grand Beach Resort Hotel
Seasons Inn Traverse City
Seasons Inn Traverse City
2 out of 5
1582 Us 31 N, Traverse City, MI
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,400 reviews)
"The location was perfect walking distance to the beach and everything else that you needed rooms were clean"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

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Seasons Inn Traverse City
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Traverse City

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Slabtown

If you're spending some time in Slabtown, Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Slabtown
Old Michigan state hospital. This tunnel was used for the steam pipes that heated all the buildings. They were similar tunnels that people use to go between the buildings in the winter. Read more https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traverse_City_State_Hospital

Grand Traverse Commons

While visiting Grand Traverse Commons, you might make a stop by sights like Village at Grand Traverse Commons and Left Foot Charley.

Grand Traverse Commons
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Indian Woods

If you're spending some time in Indian Woods, Front Street and Grand Traverse Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Indian Woods
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Holiday Hills

If you're spending some time in Holiday Hills, Grand Traverse Bay and Mt. Holiday Ski Area are top sights worth seeing.

Holiday Hills

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