Empire Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Empire Lakeshore Inn
Like that there is a convenience store and gas station next door. Did not like that you can hear and feel people walking up the stairwell from the bottom floor next to it.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Dune Climb Inn
The room was cozy, clean and had everything I needed esp coffee maker, microwave and refrigerator. I especially liked that it is located on the Heritage Trail so I could easily walk out the hotel door and walk or bike the trail. The management was responsive quickly to my questions. Thanks for a ...
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Maple Lane Empire
Nice property with very responsive owners. We liked the dedicated seating area at the bay. Be aware that the shower is small and the tv is small and in a cubby that only faces the bed and not the couch. Room was large and bed comfortable. You can park right in front of your door.
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa
Stress free checkin!! Comfy beds, clean room. Walkable to downtown. Best earplugs ever!!! Will use again for sure!
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

The Loop Downtown By Kasa
Great stay. Great price. Extremely clean. Couch wasn’t the most comfortable with the arm rests but it’s not the end of the world and the bed was a bit squeaky whenever you moved but other than that it was a wonderful place to stay. Great communication and easy to use tech for entering building and ...
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Kasa 539 Bay Street Traverse City
Great area for vineyards tours
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit

Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
After visiting Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Empire. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive
Find out about the history of Empire when you spend time at Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Little Glen Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Little Glen Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Pearl Lake Natural Area
You can take time to visit Pearl Lake Natural Area during your travels to Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Lime Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lime Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Armstrong Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Armstrong Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Activities

Andie's NON BUS 4-winery Traverse Leelanau Peninsula Wine Tour
