3 days in Traverse City Itinerary

Traverse City might be well known for its huge cherry industry, but its position along Grand Traverse Bay in Lake Michigan endows it with fine scenery and a wealth of outdoor attractions.

Head to The Village at Grand Traverse Commons and Boyne City Farmer's Marketfor some retail therapy. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Traverse City: Empire (Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore & Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive) and Historic Gaslight District (in Petoskey). And it doesn't end there: sample some tasty brews at a beer tour and tasting, enjoy the sea views from Mission Point Lighthouse, look for gifts at American Spoon, and indulge your thirst for a good beer at Lake Ann Brewing Company.

For where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Traverse City vacation maker site.

In September in Traverse City, expect temperatures between 74°F during the day and 54°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Sun) so you can travel back home.