What to do in Central Michigan, MI

Activities, attractions and tours

Fall Gales Grand Haven
Fall Gales Grand Haven
Fall Gales on Lake Michigan in Grand Haven.
One of the many lighthousesthat lined the shores of the Great Lakes to keep shipping safe. #OnTheRoad
A silo painted up like a canister of New Era Potato chips, located along East Grand River drive near Portland, Michigan.

New Era was a popular brand of chips around Michigan in the 1950's and onward until it was bought out by Frito-Lay in 1981.

Central Michigan Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Central Michigan has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Central Michigan is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Central Michigan to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Central Michigan Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Central Michigan.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Central Michigan attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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What to do in Central Michigan


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Downtown Grand Rapids is second largest metropolitan area in entire Michigan state.

Downtown Grand Rapids

While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.

Downtown Grand Rapids
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Norton Shores

Travelers come to Norton Shores for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lake Michigan and Hoffmaster State Park while you're in town.

Norton Shores
Water falls at Frederik Meijer's garden in Grand Rapids, Michigan in autumn time.

Kentwood

Kentwood is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Woodland Mall or Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve.

Kentwood
Grand Rapids Art Museum which includes a city

Heartside

Heartside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Van Andel Arena and Grand Rapids Children's Museum while in the area.

Heartside
Muskegon State Park featuring general coastal views and a beach as well as an individual male

Laketon Township

If you're spending some time in Laketon Township, Lake Michigan and Muskegon State Park are top sights worth seeing.

Laketon Township
 Aerial View of the Muskegon South Pier head Lighthouse and Lake Michigan Shoreline Muskegon, Michigan, USA

Lakeside

While there might not be top attractions in Lakeside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Lakeshore Bike Trail.

Lakeside

 

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