Regions & Cities
Your perfect Pure Michigan getaway awaits
Whether you are motivated by geography, a specific activity or are just curious about some of the top places to visit in Michigan, this regional and city guide will be a useful tool as you plan your Pure Michigan getaway.
Throughout each region, opportunities abound for recreation, good eats (and drinks!), shopping, family fun, natural beauty and arts, culture and history. Regions in the Upper Peninsula can offer rugged natural beauty and outdoor adventure, while the southern regions are packed with attractions that make for lasting family memories. Find vibrant urban centers just a short drive away from quiet, rural retreats in the state’s central regions and head to northern regions to explore some of our most well-known vacation destinations.
Surrounded by four of the five Great Lakes and boasting 11,000 inland lakes – a day on the water, whether fishing, boating, exploring or relaxing, is something every region of the state can offer. However, each community offers its own distinct culture and personality to make for hundreds of unique ways to experience the Lake Effect. Which region or city suits your Michigan adventure? Start your search here to take the scenic route. It’s all Pure Michigan.
Explore Michigan by region
Use the map below to explore the state of Michigan by Region.
Hover over a section of the map to see the region name and click to see more.
The Upper Peninsula
Central Michigan
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Ann Arbor's nickname is "Tree Town", and it's easy to see why. Deep, rich color sprawls across the trees throughout the University of Michigan campus (Go Blue!), the vibrant downtown area, and beyond....
Ablaze with color, Traverse City is a pretty great place in the fall. Spend your days exploring the coastline, wine country and the charming port towns surrounding the region.
Grand Rapids is the most vibrant downtown between Chicago and Cleveland with easy access to Lake Michigan's Gold Coast of beaches.
Epic scenery to endless shopping, traditional festivals to breathtaking fall color tours - find fresh vacation inspiration here in Bay City, Birch Run, Chesaning, Frankenmuth, Midland, and Saginaw.
Escape to Michigan's favorite hidden gem. Relax and unwind along the unspoiled beaches, trails and waterways or join the excitement of the festivals and events. Enjoy delectable local cuisine and shopping the charming downtown of Charlevoix.
Wiggle your toes in our warm, soft sands. Play our lush golf courses. Ride a hand-carved carousel horse on the bluff. Find antiques in our country stores downtown. Fun starts in Southwest Michigan!
