Old Towne Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Traverse City State Park
You can take time to visit Traverse City State Park during your travels to Traverse City. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
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.
Spider Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spider Lake during your travels in Traverse City. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its wineries.
Bass Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bass Lake during your travels in Traverse City. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.
Activities
Lake Michigan Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Michigan Lakeshore, M-22
MOVIE STARS NON-BUS Old Mission Afternoon / Sunset 3 Winery Tour
NON-BUS Police / Military / First Responder Wine Tour
5-Hour Traverse City Wine Tour: 4 Wineries on Old Mission Peninsula
MOVIE STARS NON-BUS Old Mission Sunset Wine & Distillery Tour
Our pick of the best Old Towne Hotel Deals
Bayshore Resort
"Great hotel with historic charm and still feeling relevant! Get a Bay View room if possible, worth the few extra bucks."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Grand Beach Resort Hotel
"Amazing stay. Beach is absolutely gorgeous and so well maintained. Rooms are spacious while still being cozy. Very clean. Staff was so kind and helpful!! 1000/10 would recommend."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Delamar Traverse City
"The shuttle driver Craig was great! The property is close to town, on the water and very clean. Plenty of parking, in house restaurants and pools. Our new favorite spot!"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Baywatch Resort
"This hotel was so nice, we will likely book a full vacation there again! Clean, comfortable beds, best shower water pressure I’ve ever had at a hotel. The view was STUNNING! Right on the water with a private beach. This resort is a gem!’"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Sugar Beach Resort Hotel
"Was able to check in early and they allowed for an hour later check out Andrew at the front desk was super helpful. He even called me when my room was ready. Clean rooms nice beach Will stay again"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Park Place Hotel
"This is a nice historical hotel in a wonderful location. Just a bit dated"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Towne
Midtown Centre
Though Midtown Centre may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Clinch Park Beach and Clinch Park.
Central
Central might not have many top sights, but Clinch Park and Village at Grand Traverse Commons are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Traverse City
If you're spending some time in Downtown Traverse City, Clinch Park Beach and Clinch Park are top sights worth seeing.
Boardman
While Boardman isn't home to many top sights, Clinch Park Beach and Front Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
Traverse Heights
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Traverse Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Front Street and Traverse Area District Library.
Oak Park
While Oak Park isn't home to many top sights, Front Street and Clinch Park Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
