Hop back to Detroit’s era of rhythm and blues magic
Sing and dance through interactive exhibits at the Motown Museum. Musical greats like Marvin Gaye, the Jackson 5 and Aretha Franklin recorded classics in the recording studio next door, known as Hitsville U.S.A.
Be inspired by inventors who changed the world
Venture through Thomas Edison’s lab, the Wright Brothers' workshop and a 19th-century working farm. The Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village in Dearborn highlight 300 years of the USA’s greatest creations.
Spot masterpieces by internationally renowned artists
Stroll among more than 200 sculptures, a Japanese Garden, tropical conservatory and 1930s family farm at The Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, a cultural staple of Grand Rapids.
Feel like you’re in the Netherlands on Lake Michigan
Explore Windmill Island Gardens, Nelis' Dutch Village and Veldheer Tulip Gardens to discover Holland’s deep Dutch roots. All things Dutch are celebrated every May during the Tulip Time Festival.
Wave hello to the Cherry Queen in the Cherry Capital
Treat yourself to cherry-centric everything when the National Cherry Festival takes over Traverse City every July. Enjoy family-friendly rides, art competitions, live music and the annual crowning of the Cherry Queen.
Picturesque island getaway with car-free streets
Venture around this vacation destination of beautiful Victorian-era homes and stunning Lake Huron views. Bike, walk or travel by horse to Mackinac Island’s limestone rock formations, historic military forts, grand hotels and charming downtown.
Upper Peninsula hot spot full of seafaring mystery
View maritime artifacts from more than 200 shipwrecks at the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum on Whitefish Bay. Tour the restored 1861 Lightkeeper’s Quarters and the surrounding complex houses models of the fallen vessels.
Grab a stein in Frankenmuth, Michigan’s Little Bavaria
Right out of a story book, Frankenmuth's strong German roots are on full display with Bavarian-themed architecture, eats, treats and drinks. The Bavarian Inn Lodge cooks up homemade meals served perfectly with German beers.
Auto tycoon’s well-kept art collection and antiques
Stop to smell the roses of the formal gardens at the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House in Groose Pointe Shores. Explore the massive lakeside estates’ lavish mansion, sculpture park and wildlife sanctuary.
