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Itineraries & Road Trips

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From cityscape adventures to outdoor escapes and weekend getaways to extended vacations, Michigan has it all. Explore these itineraries that feature exciting attractions, places to relax and dining and lodging recommendations to make the most of your trip.

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Saugatuck to Mackinaw City Road Trip

Total Distance: 305 miles
Drive Time: 6.5 hours
Cities: Saugatuck, Grand Haven, Ludington, Frankfort, Mackinaw City
Activities: Art Galleries, Museums, Lighthouses, Restaurants, Beaches, Hiking, Shopping

Discover a stunning Lake Michigan road trip from Saugatuck to Mackinaw City. This three-day itinerary highlights the best of the Lake Michigan shoreline with a mix of outdoor activities, great food and charming bed-and-breakfasts along one of the most scenic routes in the state.

An arch rock formation over Lake Superior at Pictured Rocks.

Munising to the Keweenaw Peninsula Road Trip

Total Distance: 210
Drive Time: 4.5
Cities: Munising, Marquette, Houghton, Eagle River, Copper Harbor
Activities: Pure Michigan Byway, Tours, Restaurants, Boating, Hiking

Follow the stunning Lake Superior shoreline on this scenic three-day journey from Munising to Copper Harbor. From the colorful sandstone cliffs of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore to the historic copper mines of the Keweenaw Peninsula, you'll explore some of the most stunning landscapes in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

Traverse City and Leelanau Peninsula Road Trip

Total Distance: 111 miles
Drive Time: 2 hr 50 min
Cities: Traverse City, Glen Arbor, Leland, Suttons Bay
Activities: Museums, Restaurants, Wineries, Beaches, Hiking, Paddle Sports

Hugging the Lake Michigan shoreline, this route through Traverse City and the Leelanau Peninsula offers a picturesque coastal escape. You'll explore the golden sands of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, charming harbor towns and miles of vineyards that thrive thanks to the region's glacial soils, climate and long growing season.

Exterior of the Bavarian Inn in downtown Frankenmuth

Great Lakes Bay Region Itinerary

Total Distance: 70 mi
Drive Time: 1 hr 20 min
Cities: Frankenmuth, Birch Run, Midland, Bay City
Activities: Museums, Water Parks, Restaurants, Cultural & Heritage, Shopping

Tucked along Lake Huron’s Saginaw Bay on Michigan’s eastern freshwater coastline, you’ll find the Great Lakes Bay Region. From relaxing riverboat cruises to some of the best shopping in the state, enjoy a long-weekend getaway filled with fun!

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Grand Rapids Itinerary

Total Distance: 30 mi
Drive Time: 35 min
Cities: Grand Rapids
Activities: Museums, Attractions, Aquariums & Zoos, Breweries

Known to many as Beer City USA, Grand Rapids is just a short drive away from Lake Michigan and offers more than just great craft beer. With world-renowned art, museums and history, this city is one of the state’s leading destinations for vacationers that love to explore cultural attractions. 

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Traverse City Itinerary

Total Distance: 110 mi
Drive Time: 2 hr 50 min
Cities: Empire, Traverse City, Glen Arbor
Activities: Outdoors, Coffee Shops, Restaurants, Wineries, Beaches

Traverse City is an eclectic destination with awe-inspiring waterfront views, award-winning wine and craft beverages, unrivaled outdoor actives and unique urban dining and nightlife—all tucked away on Michigan’s northwest shoreline.