Known as the Great Lake State, Michigan encompasses two peninsulas. Enjoy large cities and Big Ten university experiences in Lower Michigan. Visit numerous lakefront and inland parks in far-less-populated Upper Michigan.

Detroit was the “Car Capital of the World” for half a century. See the history of the auto industry at Henry Ford Museum. More recently, Detroit has invested in city infrastructure centered on the Detroit River. Enjoy shopping, dining or a pleasant promenade. Across the river, Windsor, Canada is an interesting daytrip. 

Attend professional sports events in Detroit or see Big Ten college games in Ann Arbor and Lansing. 

Lakes Erie, Huron and Michigan border mitten-shaped Lower Michigan. Drive along the coast to see everything from sand dunes to cherry orchards. Learn about Michigan’s trading history at Fort Michilimackinac at Lower Michigan’s northern tip. Mackinac Island in Lake Huron is a popular vacation spot, reached only by ferry. No cars are allowed in the quaint town.

Cross the awe-inspiring Mackinac Bridge, a 5-mile (8-kilometer) structure connecting to Upper Michigan over the Straits of Mackinac. 

The Upper Peninsula has a rabbit shape. The “tail” on the east is Sault Ste. Marie. Watch huge canal locks operate to allow ocean-going commercial boats to travel from Lake Superior to Lake Huron on their way to the Atlantic Ocean. 

Travel west to appreciate the outdoors near Escanaba and Manistique on Lake Michigan or Marquette and Houghton on Lake Superior. Enjoy summer and winter sports on the areas’ rivers and lakes: swim, waterski, kayak, sail, snowmobile, iceboat, ice fish, hunt and more. Look for state parks and quiet campgrounds where you can sit around a fire and cook the day’s catch. 

From Copper Harbor, on the rabbit’s “ear,” take a ferry to Isle Royale National Park in the middle of chilly Lake Superior. No cars are allowed in this wilderness. Hike the 46-mile-long (74-kilometer) park and look for moose and wolves in their natural habitat.

Michigan deserves its motto: “If you seek a pleasant peninsula, look about you.”

Q: Should I book a car while on vacation in Michigan?

A: Like many thriving cities, Detroit and Grand Rapids can be explored using ride-share services or public transportation. But if you want to head off and discover the region of Wayne County or farther afield, you'll love the freedom and flexibility that comes from having your own ride. For all your motoring requirements, see our guide to Cheap Car Hire in Michigan.

Q: Which airports can I fly in to for a vacation to Michigan?

A: If you’re traveling to Michigan, typically you'll arrive at Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County). This terminal operates around 1,146 international flights each month.

Q: What are the most popular types of hotels for a vacation to Michigan?

A: Michigan has no shortage of comfortable accommodations. Hotels are traveler favorites. Motels, bed & breakfasts and private vacation homes are also great alternatives.

Q: What does a Michigan vacation booking with Expedia include?

A: The sky is the limit. We have the basics, like Michigan flights, cars and hotels. We've also got a range of attractions and activities to look at. Secure just one or fill your itinerary to the brim.

Q: What is the best way to save money on my vacation to Michigan?

A: Expedia works hard to help you find the best deals. So, when you combine your Flight and Hotel into a package, you can be sure you're going to save some dollars. Lock in your getaway with us today and arrive in Michigan with a little extra money in your pocket.

Q: What are the best things to do in Michigan?

A: A trip to Detroit isn't complete until you've made it to Henry Ford Museum, Ford Field and Fox Theatre. Make sure you get a selfie at all of these iconic attractions to prove it to your friends back home.

Grand Rapids also has some really great sights. Public Museum of Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids Children's Museum and Gerald R. Ford Museum are highly regarded.

Or, if you're scouting for awesome travel experiences in Lansing, Michigan State University, Michigan State Capitol and Spartan Stadium could be just the ticket. They come highly recommended by local residents.

*Savings based on all vacation package bookings with Flight + Hotel on Expedia.ca from January through December 2020, as compared to price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.