Charming Things to Do in Traverse City, Michigan

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Sandy dunes. Sunny beaches. Cherry orchards. World-class wineries. On the northwest edge of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula, the small town of Traverse City is a hub for foodies, wine connoisseurs, outdoor enthusiasts, and cherry lovers.

For a smaller town, Traverse City has an incredibly vibrant downtown! It’s packed with the incredible food, history, shopping, and culture that make Traverse City such a much-loved Midwestern destination.

Hit the Beach

Traverse City is a freshwater beach town, with dozens of pristine sandy shores for a perfect day at the beach.

Visit the Wineries

The "tip of the mitt" is gaining recognition as one of the country’s prominent wine-making regions, and the sheer number of wineries don’t lie!

See Sleeping Bear Dunes

Traverse City is a freshwater beach town, with dozens of pristine sandy shores for a perfect day at the beach.

Stuff Your Face… with Cherries!

You can’t be in Traverse City for more than 2 minutes before getting overwhelmed with Cherry. Cherry what? Cherry everything. Pie. Cider. Wine. Chicken. Salsa. And so. Much. More.

Water Sports

You can’t come to Traverse City - or anywhere in northern Michigan - without spending time in, on, or around the water. It’s simply part of life Up North.

Browse Michigan's "Book City"

Cherries, beaches, wine, and, oh yeah - books! As of 2015, Traverse City is Michigan’s "Book City"  —  and for good reason. With five great book stores within a few blocks downtown, there is no shortage of paperbacks and bestsellers to browse as you stroll through town.

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