Explore Things to Do in Michigan
Welcome to Michigan - a state defined by sparkling freshwater coastlines, vibrant cities, and endless outdoor adventure. With more miles of shoreline than any other state in the continental US, Michigan invites you to explore its famous Great Lakes, idyllic beaches, and charming lakeside towns. Wander the car-free streets of Mackinac Island, discover Detroit’s world-renowned music and automotive history, and experience the natural beauty of the Upper Peninsula with its waterfalls, forests, and rugged trails. Whether you’re drawn to boating, hiking, cultural attractions, or simply soaking in breathtaking sunsets over the water, Michigan offers unforgettable experiences in every season.
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Planning the perfect vacation in Michigan is easier than ever with our all-in-one platform for finding and booking day trips, tours, excursions, and memorable local experiences. Browse curated activities, compare options, and check live availability so you can reserve your must-do adventures well before you arrive in Michigan. By booking ahead, you skip the hassle of searching once you're already on vacation and avoid missing out on popular experiences that fill up fast. Let us help you build a trip that’s smooth, stress-free, and filled with the moments you’ll remember most.
Why wait until you arrive in Michigan to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
Rock Your Guac
Can you make the best Guac?
Warren
2 Hours
Best Detroit Walking Tours
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25 Min Smash Session
Recommended 1-3 Smashers (Ages 12+)
St Joseph
Lumberjax Urban Axe Throwing
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Glen Arbor, Michigan Waterfront Rental Home
From $8600/wk • 5 Bedrooms • Accommodates 13-15 guests
Self-Guided Touring
Explore The Great Estate at your leisure! • Free for Members!
Standard Package - 22ft Pontoon with up to 90 horsepower engine
Must be 21+ to operate; all ages welcome • Half Day to Full Week rental options
Lake Leelanau
The Narrow's Yacht Club
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16 Passenger Berkshire Tri-Toon
150 HP with Waterslide and Towbar • Multi-Day Rental Options • Ages 25+ to Rent Book
The Lil' Beaver
Sleeps 4-6
Bellaire
2 Night - 1 Week Rentals
Private Tours
Lodging
Vacation Properties
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Turkey To-Go Meals
To-Go Meal Package • Traditional Thanksgiving Feast with Family Favorites
Southgate
11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Food
Crystal Gardens
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4-8PM Holiday Self-Guided Tours
Children 7 and under are free!
Explore the Great Lakes Region Explore All
Schoolship Registration - Alliance
Traverse City
Inland Seas Education Association
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ROV Registration
Traverse City
Inland Seas Education Association
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Watershed Exploration
Shoreside programs about our local watersheds and waterways.
Suttons Bay
Inland Seas Education Association
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Michigan Spearfishing
8 Hours • Up to 4 People • Private Charters Available • Book various destinations!
Midland
8 Hours
Private Tours
At Dawn Guide Service
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Schoolship Registration - Inland Seas
Suttons Bay
Inland Seas Education Association
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Museum Admission
For all ages! • Open 9am–5pm • Tickets Valid Any Day from May 1st–October 31st 2026
Paradise
Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum
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Snorkel the Great Lakes
5 Hours • Up to 4 People • Private Charters Available • various destinations!
Midland
5 Hours
Private Tours
Snorkeling
At Dawn Guide Service
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Freighter Chasing Cruise
Ages 12+ • 3 Hours • Boat Tour
Mackinaw City
3 Hours
Boat Tour
Pappy's Tours
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Boat Tours Explore All
Offshore Lighthouses (Western Straits)
Ages 12+ • 4.5 Hours • Boat Tour
Mackinaw City
4.5 Hours
Boat Tour
Pappy's Tours
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St. Helena Island Tour
Starting at $350 for 2 guests • Ages 12+ • 4 Hours • Boat Tour
Mackinaw City
4 Hours
Boat Tour
Pappy's Tours
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Two-Hour Private Day Sail
Starting at $299 | 2 Hours | Price includes 2 People, Up to 6 Passengers Can Book
Traverse City
Private Tours
Boat Rental, Boat Tour, Sailing
Two Brothers Sailing Adventures
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Power Island Cruise
$749 | 5 Hours | Up to 6 Passengers
Traverse City
Private Tours
Boat Rental, Boat Tour, Walking Tour
Two Brothers Sailing Adventures
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Mackinac & Round Islands Cruise
Ages 12+ • 4 Hours • Boat Tour
Mackinaw City
4 Hours
Boat Tour
Pappy's Tours
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1 Hour Standard River Tour
All ages • Great for families!
Frankenmuth
1 Hour
Boat Tour
Frankenmuth FunShips
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2 Hour Sunset Cruise on Torch Lake
Captain provided! For all ages! Amazing sunsets!
Bellaire
2 hours
Boat Tour
Northaire Resort Pontoon Rental
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Freighter Chasing Cruise
Ages 12+ • 3 Hours • Boat Tour
Mackinaw City
3 Hours
Boat Tour
Pappy's Tours
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30 Minute River Tour
All ages • Great for families!
Frankenmuth
30 Minutes
Boat Tour
Frankenmuth FunShips
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Private Sunset Sail
Starting at $339 | 2 Hours | Price includes 2 People, Up to 6 Passengers Can Book
Traverse City
Private Tours
Boat Rental, Boat Tour, Sailing
Two Brothers Sailing Adventures
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Kayak Tours Explore All
Kids Bike
Spring Lake
1 Hour, 2 Hours, 4 Hours
Bike Rental, Kayak
Lakeshore Kayak Rental
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Single Kayak
All ages • 2 day–3 week options
Elk Rapids
2 day–3 week options
Kayak
Bayfront Beach & Bike
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Single Bike
Spring Lake
1 Hour, 2 Hours, 4 Hours
Bike Rental, Kayak
Lakeshore Kayak Rental
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Single Kayaks – Single Day Rentals
Available at 6am, 8am, & 10am
Traverse City
Kayak
Aussie Watersports Inc.
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Canoe Rental
For All Ages! • Hourly, Daily, and Weekly Options
South Haven
Kayak
Black River Cruises
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Paddle craft (Kayak/paddle boards)
Cedarville
Kayak
Hills Point Resort
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Kayak Rental (Double)
Starting at $35 • Single and Double Kayaks
Pine to Newaygo 4.5 Hour Canoe / Kayak Trip
All Ages! • Trip includes canoe/kayak rental, transport, and gear
Newaygo
Kayak
Wisner Rents Canoes
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Private SUP Classes
What are your goals? Let's work on your technique and confidence to paddle longer.
Sylvan Lake
1 hour
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Water Activities
Luna Moon SUP
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The Terminal
All Ages | 2-8 Players | 60 Minutes | Difficulty: Moderate
Brighton
60 Minutes
Kid-Friendly
Escape Room Novi
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Airsoft Private Party Package-For Ages 8 and up! Please read everything below to know what is included and what we suggest to ma
Ages 8+ • 2/4/6 hours • Have the play field all to yourself with you and your party!
Pinckney
2 hours / 4 hours / 6 hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Hell Survivors
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3 Hour Rental
Priced per Vehicle -- 20 Min Tour + 3 Hours on your own
Mears
3.5 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Silver Lake Buggy Rentals
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Pour & Spin
Ages 10+ • 60 minutes • Up to 4 People
Ferndale
60 minutes (See Itinerary for details)
Kid-Friendly
Splatter LLC
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Hardcore All Day Muskie
12+ hours • 1-5 Anglers + Additional Cost for 6th Angler
St Clair Shores
12 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Fishing
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Candle Experience
Curate your one-of-a-kind candle at our interactive candle bar!
Frankenmuth
20 - 60 minutes *pending on the group size*
Kid-Friendly
Creative Lane
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GEM Car Tour
Visit All 28 Earl Young Mushroom Houses
Charlevoix
50 minutes
Kid-Friendly
Mushroom House Tours
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Pursuit Denali 2460 Full Day Private Charter
Show up ready to fish. We handle the gear — you handle the excitement.
Manistee
6 Hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Boat Rental
Competition Sportfishing
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Candle Making Class
30-45 minutes • Candle Making Class
Traverse City
30-45 mins
Kid-Friendly
Evil Queen
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Fishing Tours Explore All
Great Lakes Trolling Charter
5 Hours • Up to 4 People • Private Charters Available • Book various destinations!
Midland
5 Hours
Private Tours
Fishing
At Dawn Guide Service
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Half Day Charter
Ages 12+ • 6 Hours • Up to 5 People • $900
Muskegon
Fishing, Private Fishing
Trident Sportfishing
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Torch and Elk Lake
Book your spot today and set off on a quality fishing adventure.
Rapid City
4 Hours
Fishing
Fish With Jim Outfitters
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Eagle Harbor and Lac La Belle
For all ages! • 6 hours • All gear and equipment is included! • 3 passengers included, up to 5 total
Hancock
Fishing
Lake Superior Angling Co, LLC
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Perch Charter - Tiara
6 Hours • 1-5 Anglers + Additional Cost for 6th Angler
St Clair Shores
6 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Fishing
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Perch Trips
Ages 6+ • Up to 4 anglers • 5 hours • Private charter
Traverse City
5 hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Fishing
Central Coast Angling
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6 Hour Muskie Charter
6 Hours • 1-5 Anglers + Additional Cost for 6th Angler
St Clair Shores
6 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Fishing
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Intro to Spearfishing
8 Hours • Up to 4 People • Private Charters Available
Midland
8 Hours
Private Tours
Fishing
At Dawn Guide Service
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8 Hour Muskie Charter
8 Hours • 1-5 Anglers + Additional Cost for 6th Angler
St Clair Shores
8 Hours
Fishing
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Lake Superior
For all ages! • 5 hours • All gear and equipment is included! • 3 passengers included, up to 5 total
Hancock
Fishing
Lake Superior Angling Co, LLC
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