Great Lakes State
Michigan travel guide
More freshwater coastline than any other state, plus Motor City.
- Capital
- Lansing
- Best time to go
- Jun–Sep
- Daily budget
- $$ about $150–220 a day
- Fly into
- DTW Detroit
GRR Grand Rapids
Lakes & riversBeachesNational parks
Top places to visit in Michigan
Sleeping Bear Dunes
Huge dunes above Lake Michigan.
Mackinac Island
No cars, just bikes, horses and fudge.
Pictured Rocks
Colorful cliffs on Lake Superior.
Detroit
Motown Museum and the Henry Ford Museum nearby.
Traverse City
Cherry orchards, wineries and beaches.
What to eat in Michigan
- Detroit-style pizza
- Coney dog
- Pasties
- Tart cherry pie
When is the best time to visit Michigan?
Jun–Sep is usually the best time to visit Michigan. Moderate: about $150–220 a day for one person, including a shared hotel room and meals.
Hidden gems in Michigan
Little-known places shared by travelers.
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Budgets are rough mid-range costs per person, including a shared hotel room and meals. Always check opening times and prices before you go.