East Side Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Erik Rowley
Photo by Erik Rowley

Popular places to visit

Lansing Center

Lansing Center

Learn about the events happening in Lansing Center during your trip to Lansing. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Lansing Center
Michigan State Capitol featuring heritage architecture

Michigan State Capitol

Admire the marvelous domed building that marks the seat of government in Michigan, then take a tour of the interior to learn how the state’s laws are made.

Michigan State Capitol
Adado Riverfront Park showing a lake or waterhole

Adado Riverfront Park

Experience the relaxed atmosphere of this tranquil part of Michigan’s historic capital city and enjoy live music on the banks of the river.

Adado Riverfront Park
Jackson Field

Jackson Field

Catch an event at Jackson Field during your trip to Lansing. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Jackson Field
Michigan Historical Museum which includes interior views

Michigan History Museum

The history of the people of Michigan is presented across five levels of exhibits at this museum that charts the story of the state from its earliest days through to the 21st century.

Michigan History Museum
River Trail showing a bridge and a river or creek

River Trail

One of the best ways to experience the character and atmosphere of Michigan’s capital city is to follow this path along the banks of the Grand River.

River Trail

Our pick of the best East Side Hotel Deals

Jacuzzi Hot Tub, Pool Table- Perfect Getaway!

Jacuzzi Hot Tub, Pool Table- Perfect Getaway!

Lansing
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Lansing. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Lansing Fire Station ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Fireflies
"I’m not going to lie. This house was very nice. I had no problem with this home. The way GPS took us to the home had me questioning whether we would stay or not. After getting there and settling in, this was a very quiet and nice place. It’s well taken care of. It does have that older home smell, ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

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Jacuzzi Hot Tub, Pool Table- Perfect Getaway!
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing

Graduate by Hilton East Lansing

4 out of 5
133 Evergreen Avenue, East Lansing, MI
The price is AU$206 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$206
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in East Lansing. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour health club, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"The hotel was fabulous. The valet service ruined my stay"

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Graduate by Hilton East Lansing
Hyatt House Lansing University Area

Hyatt House Lansing University Area

3 out of 5
3150 E MICHIGAN AVE, East Lansing, MI
The price is AU$167 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
AU$167
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in East Lansing. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (711 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and was prompt when i asked for some clean towels. The breakfast was also the best I've had the pleasure to enjoy. I have never had a free breakfast with a selection that was this amazing. Truly impressive"

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Hyatt House Lansing University Area
Hyatt Place Lansing - East

Hyatt Place Lansing - East

3 out of 5
2401 Showtime Dr, Lansing, MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$165 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$165
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lansing. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Good location near shopping and entertainment"

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Place Lansing - East
Best Western Okemos/East Lansing Hotel & Suites

Best Western Okemos/East Lansing Hotel & Suites

2.5 out of 5
2209 University Park Dr, Okemos, MI
The price is AU$159 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$159
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Okemos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel was nice, the guests in nearby rooms were noisy and the ever present smell of marijuana was a definite turnoff. The mattress was softer than we would have liked. Overall, it was a good location for MSU student dropoff."

Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025

Best Western Okemos/East Lansing Hotel & Suites
DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing

DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing

3.5 out of 5
111 N Grand Ave, Lansing, MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$198 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$198
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Lansing. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (292 reviews)
"Samantha checked in on us and that was really nice"

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around East Side

Lansing featuring street scenes as well as a small group of people

Downtown Lansing

If you're spending some time in Downtown Lansing, Michigan State Capitol and Adado Riverfront Park are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Lansing
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Old Town Lansing

You'll enjoy the live music and architecture in Old Town Lansing. You might want to make time for a stop at The Creole Gallery or Church of the Resurrection.

Old Town Lansing
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REO Town

While there might not be top attractions in REO Town, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Michigan History Museum and Impression 5 Science Center.

REO Town
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Eastwood

While Eastwood may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eastwood Towne Center and Adado Riverfront Park.

Eastwood
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Moores Park

When in Moores Park, you can plan a visit to Michigan Women's Historical Center and Hall of Fame and River Trail, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Moores Park
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Westside

When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Michigan History Museum and Michigan State Capitol, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westside

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