5 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.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Traverse City: Saint Ignace (Museum of Ojibwa Culture & Mackinac Bridge), Empire (Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore & Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive) and Ludington State Park (in Ludington). There's still lots to do: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, stop by Light of Day Organics, get a taste of the local shopping with Front Street, and sample some tasty brews at a beer tour and tasting.

To find other places to visit, photos, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Traverse City trip planner.

July in Traverse City sees daily highs of 80°F and lows of 59°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Wed) so you can travel back home.