Downtown Traverse City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Front Street

Front Street

During your visit to Traverse City, you can enjoy retail therapy at Front Street. Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Front Street
Mission Point Lighthouse

Mission Point Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Traverse City when you stop by 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 lakeside or experience its lively festivals.

Traverse City Visitor Center

Old Town Playhouse

You can make plans for a show at Old Town Playhouse during your stay in Traverse City. Wander the beautiful beaches and lakeside in the area.

Old Town Playhouse

City Opera House

You can enjoy a show at City Opera House on your trip to Traverse City. Wander the beautiful beaches and lakeside in the area.

City Opera House

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

Activities

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!

AU$243
per traveller
Hi-5 Rickshaw Tour Traverse City - First Thing You MUST Do in TC!
THE PROPOSAL and Engagement Traverse City Wine Tour

THE PROPOSAL and Engagement Traverse City Wine Tour

AU$564
per traveller
THE PROPOSAL and Engagement Traverse City Wine Tour
Grave Tales Oakwood Cemetery Walking Tour

Grave Tales Oakwood Cemetery Walking Tour

AU$58
per adult
Grave Tales Oakwood Cemetery Walking Tour
Traverse City's #1 Wine Tour with the newest freshest wine tour vehicles in Northern Michigan #moviestarswinetours

VIP Cadillac Escalade Traverse City Wine Tour

AU$182
per adult
VIP Cadillac Escalade Traverse City Wine Tour
Picture 3 for Activity Traverse City Old Mission Peninsula SUNSET Wine Tour

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

AU$151
per adult
NON BUS Old Mission Wine And Distillery Sunset Tour - 4 STOP
Traverse City Old Mission Peninsula Sunset Wine & Distillery Tour

NON BUS Traverse City Old Mission Sunset Wine & Distillery Tour

AU$151
per adult
NON BUS Traverse City Old Mission Sunset Wine & Distillery Tour
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Our pick of the best 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 AU$352 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$352
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,013 reviews)
Good hotel in great location
"Front desk staff were great, location of the hotel cannot be beat for downtown activity. Our room was in the "old wing" and it showed its age. That said we had an upper floor, corner room with beautiful bay views..so it was worth it."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Park Place Hotel
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 AU$480 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$480
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Extremely nice hotel with rooftop bar that over looks the bay. Walkable to many shops and restaurants. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Hotel Indigo Traverse City by IHG
Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa

2 out of 5
232 E State St, Traverse City, MI
Stay at this aparthotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Front Street and City Opera House ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"This property was nearly brand new and very modern. Fantastic bedding. It was great having a full size kitchen and living area along with the bedroom. The self-checkin process was easy and the communication by text was very responsive."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

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Boardwalk Suites & Residences By Kasa
The Loop Downtown By Kasa

The Loop Downtown By Kasa

139 Pine Street, Traverse City, MI
Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Front Street and City Opera House are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Parking is the only issue
"Very new apartment close to everything downtown. Parking is the issue, there is none provided. Plan on parking the car 1/2 mile away in a city parking garage but there is a lot that is close that allows free parking outside the hours of M-F 7am -4pm. So if you’re coming in Friday afternoon and leaving ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

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

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

Traverse City
Fully refundable
The price is AU$2,601 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$2,601
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Front Street and City Opera House are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Great House for a Group
"We stayed here for a long weekend with a large group. The bunk room in the basement fit a lot of people! The house was very comfortable and there was a ton of parking. The views were stunning, we just wish we would have had warmer weather to enjoy it"

Reviewed on 4 May 2025

East Bay Escape | Private Beach | AC | Sunrise | Paradise |
Delamar Traverse City

Delamar Traverse City

4 out of 5
615 E Front Street, Traverse City, MI
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Traverse City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,028 reviews)
"Beautiful views. Small pool. Good location on water near town."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

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Delamar Traverse City
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Other neighbourhoods 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
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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

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