Visitors really like Traverse City, especially its beaches, festivals, and wineries. Simply book a local tour to enjoy your stay a little more. Nature lovers visiting Traverse City can explore top areas like Lake Michigan. There's plenty more to see, including sights like Clinch Park and Clinch Park Beach.
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B&B in Traverse City
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Oct 9 - Oct 11Top 5 hotels in Traverse City at a glance
- The Park Street Inn — 3.5-star hotel in Bellaire. Guest rating: 9.8/10 — Exceptional.
- A Breath of Heaven B&B — 3-star hotel in Traverse City. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
- The Sylvan Inn — 3-star hotel in Downtown Glen Arbor. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
- Grand Victorian B&B Inn — 3.5-star hotel in Bellaire. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.
- Charlevoix House — 3-star hotel in Charlevoix. Guest rating: 9.2/10 — Wonderful.
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Top neighborhoods in Traverse City
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Downtown Traverse City
Downtown Traverse City gives you the best of both worlds: waterfront bliss and small-town charm all in one walkable package. Stroll along the shores of Grand Traverse Bay, relax at Clinch Park Beach, or explore the historic buildings lining vibrant Front Street. The historic State Theatre and City Opera House add cultural flair, while the marina buzzes with activity during summer festivals. Foodies will fall for the local restaurant scene where cherry-infused dishes and craft brews rule the menus. Boutique hotels and historic inns offer cozy spots to crash after days spent shopping or swimming. Getting around is a breeze on foot, and the free trolley connects you to all the downtown hotspots.
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Grand Traverse Commons
The Grand Traverse Commons turns Traverse City's historic asylum into an architectural playground worth exploring. Victorian-Italianate buildings with soaring ceilings now house art galleries, boutiques, and wine tasting rooms. Stroll through tree-lined pathways connecting the campus as you discover local artisans at work in their studios. The year-round indoor farmers market fills historic spaces with the aroma of fresh Michigan produce. Farm-to-table restaurants and casual cafés serve cherry-infused northern Michigan specialties. Most shops close early evening, so plan daytime visits to browse the handcrafted goods. While public transit is limited, free parking makes exploring this creative community a breeze.
Traverse Heights
The Traverse Heights neighborhood has lots to see including Traverse Area District Library and Boardman Lake.
Top landmarks in Traverse City
Traverse City Beach
10.0/10 (1 review)
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Traverse City Beach located 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from central Traverse City. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Clinch Park Beach, Clinch Park, and West End Beach.
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Front Street
9.2/10 (3,678 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Front Street in Downtown Traverse City.
Traverse City State Park
8.8/10 (1,220 reviews)
Traverse City State Park is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from central Traverse City, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
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Clinch Park Beach
8.8/10 (971 reviews)
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Clinch Park Beach is a spot you might want to check out when visiting Traverse City. Catch the sunset by the shore at Clinch Park, just a short walk away.
Mission Point Lighthouse
9.2/10 (1,114 reviews)
Mission Point Lighthouse is just one of the landmarks located 17.1 mi (27.6 km) from central Traverse City, so you might want to stop by for a few pics during your trip.
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
8.4/10 (61 reviews)
If thrills are what you're after, head to Great Wolf Lodge Water Park, located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from central Traverse City. If you have fun at Great Wolf Lodge Water Park, you'll love Great Lakes Children's Museum and Jacob's Corn Maze, both located nearby.
Village at Grand Traverse Commons
8.8/10 (660 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Village at Grand Traverse Commons in Grand Traverse Commons. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
Turtle Creek Stadium
8.0/10 (188 reviews)
You can catch an event at Turtle Creek Stadium, located 6 mi (9.6 km) from central Traverse City.
Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. Traverse City has other activities you might want to enjoy such as Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore.
Traverse City and related destinations
Discover award-winning wineries along the Leelanau and Old Mission Peninsulas, where vintners pour generous samples with views of Grand Traverse Bay. Kayak crystal-clear waters or catch a film at the historic State Theatre during the renowned Film Festival. The self-proclaimed 'Cherry Capital of the World' celebrates its fruit obsession during the National Cherry Festival, drawing half a million visitors annually. Downtown's Front Street offers boutiques and breweries worth exploring between beach visits to Clinch Park. In winter, hit the slopes at Mt. Holiday or Hickory Hills without leaving city limits. Don't miss Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, where massive sand mountains meet Lake Michigan's blue expanse.
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