Michigan Travel Tips & Advice

Plan your next trip with expert travel advice, insider guides and local recommendations curated by Lonely Planet contributors worldwide.

Destination:

Europe Asia North America South America Australia & Pacific Africa Middle East Caribbean Central America Antarctica

Category:

Adventure Art & Culture Beaches Budget Couples Events Family Food & Drink Outdoors Road Trips Sustainable Travel Travel Advice

Results (17)

Tall buildings lining a street in downtown Detroit. nvphoto/Getty Images

Jan 20, 20269 min read

The Top 12 Places to Visit in Michigan

Kayakers in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Michigan. KYPhua/Shutterstock

Sep 16, 20257 min read

11 of the Best Things to Do in Michigan

A man kayaking past a multi-colored cliff face in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Michigan

Jul 13, 202510 min read

A First-Time Guide to Michigan's Upper Peninsula

Slow down on Mackinac Island, which famous for its ubiquitous bikes, horse-drawn carriages and gorgeous lake views. Alexey Stiop/Shutterstock

May 2, 20259 min read

A First-Time Guide to Mackinac Island

Sunset over Point Betsie Lighthouse in Frankfort. Kelly McGovern/Shutterstock

Apr 15, 20259 min read

Plan Your Summer Vacation to Northern Michigan

Michigan's beaches reflect the state’s dramatically varied coastlines, from rugged and rock-strewn to family-friendly sands © Suzanne Tucker / Shutterstock

May 10, 20236 min read

9 Best Beaches in Michigan

In general Grand Rapids' Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is a lively place for kids to meander freely © PQK / Shutterstock

May 9, 20236 min read

Best Things to Do in Michigan with Kids

Plan your trip to Michigan with these top tips © Steven_Kriemadis / Getty Images

May 5, 20237 min read

12 Things to Know Before Visiting Michigan

Get a state recreation passport to explore sites like the spectacular Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore © Posnov / Getty Images

May 1, 20239 min read

13 Tips for Visiting Michigan on a Budget

It may be the birthplace of the automobile but some parts of Michigan don't welcome them! © David Prahl / Getty Images

Apr 29, 20236 min read

How to Get Around in Michigan

Hit the highway on a road trip around beautiful Michigan © Peter Griffith / Getty Images

Apr 28, 20237 min read

8 Must-Do Road Trips in Michigan

Dive into summer at one of Michigan's beautiful lakes in the Upper Peninsula © Tim Bieber / Getty Images

Apr 28, 20234 min read

When Is the Best Time to Visit Michigan?

Hike through the stunning Porcupine Mountains in Michigan © Per Breiehagen / Getty Images

Apr 28, 20238 min read

The Top 9 Scenic Hikes in Michigan

The beaches along Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore are some of the best in the northern USA © Amanda Bradford / EyeEm / Getty Images

Jan 4, 20235 min read

The 5 Best National Parks in Michigan

Two people watch the sunset from Belle Isle with the skyline of Detroit in the background

Aug 11, 202211 min read

24 of the Best Free Things to Do in Michigan

Skiing In Montana. alex95king / Shutterstock

Oct 2, 20207 min read

The Best Ski Areas You've Never Heard Of

Sep 30, 20202 min read

Get the Keys to the Gates of Hell with This Halloween Listing on Airbnb

Explore More

Explore

Attractions

Explore

Destinations

Shop

Books