10 TOP Things to Do in Michigan (2025 Activity Guide)

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Most popular experiences in Michigan

Tours & day trips

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Private City centre Detroit Helicopter Ride

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Detroit Drunks of Antiquity Historic Bar Tour

Classes & workshops

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Guided Pizza and Beer Pairing Experience

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Holiday & seasonal tours

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Detroit: Ghosts and Spirits Haunted Walking Tour

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What to do in Michigan

Popular places to visit

University of Michigan

5/5(4 reviews)

Come to see the ivied halls, grassy quads, cultural performances and athletic events at this renowned university, one of the world’s most prestigious.

Henry Ford Museum

4/5(3 reviews)

This vast museum complex houses some of the country's finest historical treasures, including vintage vehicles, antique machinery and iconic pieces of furniture.

Boyne Mountain

Hit the slopes in Boyne Falls with a visit to Boyne Mountain. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

MGM Grand Detroit Casino

4/5(1 review)

Why not try your luck with a visit to MGM Grand Detroit Casino during your travels in Detroit? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Huntington Place

Learn about the events happening in Huntington Place during your trip to Detroit. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

GM Renaissance Center

3/5(3 reviews)

This iconic seven-tower complex includes the tallest building in Michigan and is home to the General Motors global HQ and an incredible range of attractions.

Hollywood Casino at Greektown

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Why not try your luck with a visit to Hollywood Casino at Greektown during your visit to Detroit? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Spectacular sand dunes loom over the deep blue waters of Lake Michigan at this national park, where the rivers run clear and the forest rings with birdcalls.

Comerica Park

Catch an event at Comerica Park during your trip to Detroit. Attend a baseball game or visit the casinos in this vibrant area.

Areas of Michigan

Downtown Detroit

4/5(9 area reviews)

Known for its great live music and first-class casinos, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Detroit. Check out top attractions like Campus Martius Park and Detroit Opera House, and jump on the metro at Campus Martius Station or Cadillac Center Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Grand Rapids

While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like DeVos Performance Hall and Heritage Hill Historic District.

Midtown

5/5(4 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Midtown, check out sights like The Majestic Theatre or Detroit Masonic Temple and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Canfield Street Station or Martin Luther King Boulevard/Mack Avenue Station.

Downtown Traverse City

If you're spending some time in Downtown Traverse City, Clinch Park Beach and Front Street are top sights worth seeing.

Rochester Hills

Live music, restaurants and shopping are some highlights of Rochester Hills. Make a stop by The Village Of Rochester Hills or Meadow Brook Amphitheatre while you're exploring.

Norton Shores

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

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