You have 3 trips in progress.   See all
Trip Planner:   USA  /  Illinois  /  Lake Michigan

Lake Michigan, Racine

4.8
#2 of 77 in Nature in Illinois
Water Body · Nature / Park
Create an itinerary including Lake Michigan
More like an inland sea than a lake, Lake Michigan boasts a shoreline 2,600 km (1,600 mi) long, making it the fifth largest lake in the world. Nearly 12 million people live along the lake's shores, most of them in the metropolitan areas of Chicago and Milwaukee. You can explore a seemingly endless network of beaches, orchards, historical sites, award-wining wineries, parks, camping areas, and recreational resorts located along the shoreline, or choose to see the giant lake from the comfort of a traditional schooner or modern tour boat. For an urban experience on the lake, explore Chicago's 15 beachfront areas and marinas. For travelers who use our custom trip planner, Racine holidays become easier to arrange, with trips to the Lake Michigan and other attractions mapped out and timetabled.
Create a full itinerary - for free!

Lake Michigan reviews

Rate this attraction
TripAdvisor traveler rating
TripAdvisor traveler rating 4.5
1,849 reviews
TripAdvisor
  • Me and my wife recently visited Chicago to run the Marathon. Over our trip we had a few days spare and decided to roam around the City to take in some of the sites. You can't come to Chicago and miss....  more
    Me and my wife recently visited Chicago to run the Marathon. Over our trip we had a few days spare and decided to roam around the City to take in some of the sites. You can't come to Chicago and miss....  more »
  • Without the lake, Chicago wouldn't have the appeal it does. The lake provides both a scenic and unique border to the city and allows for attractions otherwise not found in cities not on the water... 
    Without the lake, Chicago wouldn't have the appeal it does. The lake provides both a scenic and unique border to the city and allows for attractions otherwise not found in cities not on the water...  more »

Plan your trip to Racine

  • Get a personalized trip
    A full day by day itinerary based on your preferences
  • Customize it
    Refine your trip. We'll find the
    best routes and schedules
  • Manage it
    Everything in one place. Everyone on the same page.