7 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.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Colonial Michilimackinac and Silver Lake State Park Pedestrian Dune Access. Get out of town with these interesting Traverse City side-trips: Empire (Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore & Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive), Kayaking & Canoeing (in Grayling) and Saint Ignace (Mackinac Bridge & Museum of Ojibwa Culture). And it doesn't end there: walk around Ludington State Park, make a trip to Front Street, do a tasting at Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery, and browse the different shops at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons.

To see maps, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Traverse City trip builder website .

August in Traverse City sees daily highs of 79°F and lows of 60°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.