Downtown Traverse City, MI

Traverse City

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Popular places to visit

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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
In use from 1870 until 1933 this is yet another light house along the shores of Lake Michigan.

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 beautiful beaches 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

￥7,031
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Guided Sightseeing Cruise on West Grand Traverse Bay
4 winery Traverse City Old Mission Peninsula Wine Tour

NON BUS Traverse City Old Mission Peninsula 4 Winery Tour

￥13,213
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
NON BUS Traverse City Old Mission Peninsula 4 Winery Tour
NON BUS Traverse Sunset Wine Tour 3 Winery Old Mission Peninsula

NON BUS Traverse Sunset Wine Tour 3 Winery Old Mission Peninsula

￥14,502
per adult
NON BUS Traverse Sunset Wine Tour 3 Winery Old Mission Peninsula
Law Enforcement First Responder Military Traverse Wine Tour

Law Enforcement First Responder Military Traverse Wine Tour

￥14,593
per adult
Law Enforcement First Responder Military Traverse Wine Tour
Hi-5 Rickshaw Tour Traverse City - First Thing You MUST Do in TC!

Hi-5 Rickshaw Tour Traverse City - First Thing You MUST Do in TC!

￥23,605
per traveler
Hi-5 Rickshaw Tour Traverse City - First Thing You MUST Do in TC!
NON BUS Old Mission Wine And Distillery Sunset Tour - 4 STOP

NON BUS Old Mission Wine And Distillery Sunset Tour - 4 STOP

￥14,502
per adult
NON BUS Old Mission Wine And Distillery Sunset Tour - 4 STOP
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Downtown Traverse City Hotel Deals

Park Place Hotel

Park Place Hotel

3 out of 5
300 E State St, Traverse City, MI
The price is ￥18,326 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
￥18,326
￥21,808 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star 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! (1,015 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay and its a great location close to everything"

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

Park Place Hotel
Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

2 out of 5
232 E State St, Traverse City, MI
The price is ￥12,399 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
￥12,399
￥13,762 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Front Street and Traverse City ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (35 reviews)
"Great place in downtown Traverse city"

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa
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 ￥29,800 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
￥29,800
￥33,078 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
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)
"Love the choice in interior design"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

Hotel Indigo Traverse City by IHG
The Loop Downtown By Kasa

The Loop Downtown By Kasa

4 out of 5
139 Pine Street, Traverse City, MI
The price is ￥15,939 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
￥15,939
￥17,692 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Front Street and Traverse ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Lovely stay
"The place was immaculate. Very spacious. So comfortable. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

The Loop Downtown By Kasa
East Bay Escape | Private Beach | AC | Sunrise | Paradise |

East Bay Escape | Private Beach | AC | Sunrise | Paradise |

Traverse City
Stay at this vacation home in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Front Street and Traverse City Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"The whole process is very easy. The host was super responsive. The location can't be beat. Great beach really fun family vibes."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

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East Bay Escape | Private Beach | AC | Sunrise | Paradise |
The Baywatch Resort

The Baywatch Resort

3 out of 5
1529 US 31 N, Traverse City, MI
The price is ￥15,314 per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
￥15,314
￥18,131 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,401 reviews)
"Well laid out with lovely balcony and lake view. Very accommodating."

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

The Baywatch Resort
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Other neighborhoods 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, Mt. Holiday Ski Area and Grand Traverse Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Holiday Hills

Downtown Traverse City, MI