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
Aussie Storage and Service work
Starting at $125 deposit. • Store Your Boat For The Winter!
Traverse City
Kayak
Aussie Storage
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Day Sail
For all ages! • 2 Hours • Private Charter or Individual Tickets
South Haven
Private Tours
Fresh Coast Sailing
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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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Group Tour
Reservations required: Please contact us at 1-866-315-POST or info@abdow.org
The Blend Experience
Ages 13+ • 1 Hour (1-4 guests) 1.5 Hours (Group 5-6 No Private Party)
Auburn Hills
Private Tours
Scent Science Candle Bar
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Helmet Add On
Pine River Management Group, Inc.
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Best Chance Junior-Half Day Trips
Slingshot SL (GREY Automatic)
One - Seven days • Ages 25+ to rent
Royal Oak
Exotic Car
3 Wheel Rentals LLC
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Tubes • Haul it Yourself Rentals
Pickup 9am-7pm • Return Within 24 Hours
Indian River
Kayak
Big Bear Adventures
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Self-Guided Touring
Explore The Great Estate at your leisure! • Free for Members!
Explore the Great Lakes Region Explore All
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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Schoolship Registration - Alliance
Traverse City
Inland Seas Education Association
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Daily 90 Minute Public Cruise
Most popular! • All ages
Port Huron
90 Minutes
Boat Tour
Huron Lady II Cruises
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Night Sail, Suttons Bay
$50 | 2 Hours | All Ages
Inland Seas Education Association
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Oh MI #5 - Pond Hill, Petoskey, & Kilwins
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Beyond Horizons Tour & Travel, LLC
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Sunset Excursions
2 • Up to 4 Guests
Harbor Springs
2 Hours
Private Tours
Colonial Inn Sailing Excursions
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Schoolship Registration - Inland Seas
Suttons Bay
Inland Seas Education Association
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Great Lakes Discovery Sail, Suttons Bay
Starting at $30 | 3 Hours | All Ages
Inland Seas Education Association
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Steady the Ship, Suttons Bay
Starting at $25 | 2 Hours | All Ages
Inland Seas Education Association
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ROV Registration
Traverse City
Inland Seas Education Association
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Water Activities Explore All
Car Spotting (Tube) on Big Manistee River
For all ages • 2 to 4 hour options
2 to 4 hour options
Kayak, Water Activities
Manistee Adventures
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Car Spot on Little Manistee River
For all ages • 1 to 4 hour options
1 to 4 hour options
Water Activities
Manistee Adventures
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Car Spotting (Boat) on Big Manistee River
For all ages • 1.5 to 18 hour options
1.5 to 18 hour options
Kayak, Water Activities
Manistee Adventures
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Car Spotting
For all ages • 2 and 4 hour options
2 and 4 hour options
Water Activities
Manistee Adventures
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10 Mile Trip – Stoddard → Russell’s
All ages • 2 to 4 Hours • Unforgettable experience!
2 - 4 Hours
Kayak, Water Activities
Russell Canoe Livery & Campgrounds
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93 Mile Trip – Selkirk → Russell’s (3 Days)
All ages • Unforgettable experience!
Omer
3 Days
Water Activities
Russell Canoe Livery & Campgrounds
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Multi-Day Paddlesport Rentals
24 Hours-7 Days • Kayaks & Paddle Boards • For All Ages • Life Jackets & Free Local Deliver Included
Traverse City
Kayak, Water Activities
The River Outfitters
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Short Float – Russell’s → State Rd
All ages • 1.5 Hours • Inflatable Equipment Only
Omer
1.5 Hours
Water Activities
Russell Canoe Livery & Campgrounds
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Yamaha Wave Runner Rentals
Ages 18+ • Hourly Rentals • Up to 3 people! • Starting at $100 - Children of all ages are welcome
Water Activities
Memories Traverse City
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103 Mile Trip – Whiteash Bridge → Russell’s (3 Days)
All ages • Unforgettable experience!
Omer
3 Days
Water Activities
Russell Canoe Livery & Campgrounds
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Kayak Tours Explore All
1 Hour Rental - South Beach
Starting at $25 | Paddleboard, Single and Tandem Kayaks Available!
Broken Rocks Trail - Kayak Rentals
Starting at $30 | 2 hours
Port Austin
2 hours
Kayak
Port Austin Kayak
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Single Kayaks – Single Day Rentals
Available at 6am, 8am, & 10am
Stand Up Paddle Board
Spring Lake
1 Hour, 3 Hour, Full Day (8 Hours), 2-5 Days, 5
Kayak, SUP
Lakeshore Kayak Rental
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Self Launch
Spring Lake
24 Hours
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
Multi-Day Rentals Available • Ages 18+ to Rent
KaBrew Kayak Experience
$69 per person | Ages 16+
Traverse City
4-5 Hrs
Bike Rental, Brewery, Food Tour, Kayak, Pedal Pub, Water Park, Waterbike Rental
The River Outfitters
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Multi-Day Paddlesport Rentals
24 Hours-7 Days • Kayaks & Paddle Boards • For All Ages • Life Jackets & Free Local Deliver Included
Traverse City
Kayak, Water Activities
The River Outfitters
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Billie Jean Jax Pool - 1 Hr Session
1 Hr Session - Don’t WAIT To PLay
St Joseph
1 hour
Golf
Lumberjax Urban Axe Throwing
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Drawing & Painting w Cyd Keefe - Spring 2026 Session
5 Class Series-May 6, 13, 20, 27, Jun 3
Paddleboard Rentals - Beach Condominiums
All Ages • Hourly, Daily, and Weekly Rentals
Travel Rooms
For All Ages! • 1 Day, Starting at $1000 • Experience one of our awesome Travel Rooms!
Corporate Family Feud
Family Feud: Team Edition
2 Hours
Best Detroit Walking Tours
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Fall Sail, Suttons Bay
Starting at $30 | 2 Hours | All Ages
Suttons Bay
Inland Seas Education Association
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Beverly Retro Boat Rental
Starting at $139 | 1.5 or 3 Hour Options | All Ages | Up to 4 Passengers
Saugatuck
1.5 Hours or 3 Hours
Retro Boat Rentals
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Tigers on the Road in Chicago! (3D/2N/2M)
September 18-20, 2026
3 Days and 2 Nights
Beyond Horizons Tour & Travel, LLC
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Wisconsin Dells & Lake Geneva - August 17-21, 2026 (5D/4D/8M)
August 17-21, 2026
5 Days and 4 Nights
Beyond Horizons Tour & Travel, LLC
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Broken Rocks Trail - Kayak Rentals
Starting at $30 | 2 hours
Port Austin
2 hours
Kayak
Port Austin Kayak
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Boat Tours Explore All
Specialty Cruise-Blues Cruise
Set sail for an unforgettable night of soulful music and scenic views!
Specialty Cruise-Full Moon Cruise
Sunset and Full Moon Cruise
Specialty Cruise-Power Boat Parade Cruise
Join the excitement aboard the Aquastar…the pace boat leading the Parade of Power!
2 Hour Public Cruise
Lake Michigan / Spring Lake / Grand River
Grand Haven
2 Hours
Boat Tour
Big Blue
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Specialty Cruise-Motown Cruise
Feel the soul and sway to the rhythm as Motown magic carries you across the water!
On-Board Dinner Cruise
Dine on the Water • 2 Hours
Port Huron
2 Hours
Boat Tour
Huron Lady II Cruises
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Afternoon Cruise
Catch some rays and gorgeous views from the boat!
Specialty Cruise-Miss Michigan Cruise
A charming Tea Party Cruise with sweet treats and a chance to meet 2026 Miss Michigan contestants!
1 hour and 45 minutes
Boat Tour
AQUASTAR
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Sturgeon Fest
June 6th • 90 Minutes
Port Huron
90 Minutes
Boat Tour
Huron Lady II Cruises
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Wind Dancer Signature Sunset Sail
7 days a week • 2.5 hours • Up to 18 people • Private Charters Available
Traverse City
2.5 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Tour, Farm, Sailing, Sunset Sail
Wind Dancer Traverse City Tours
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Fishing Tours Explore All
Lake Superior
For all ages! • 5 hours • All gear and equipment is included! • 3 passengers included, up to 5 total
Fishing
Lake Superior Angling Co, LLC
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Grand Traverse Bay
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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6 Hour Smallmouth Bass Charter
6 Hours • Up to 5 Anglers
St Clair Shores
6 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Fishing
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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8 Hour Muskie Charter
8 Hours • Up to 5 Anglers
St Clair Shores
8 Hours
Fishing
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Detroit River Walleye
Ages 6+ • Up to 5 anglers • 4 hours • Private charter
4 hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Fishing
Central Coast Angling
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Keweenaw Waterway
For all ages! • 5 hours • All gear & equipment is included! • 3 passengers included, up to 5 total
Fishing
Lake Superior Angling Co, LLC
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Inland Lake Fishing
Ages 6+ • Up to 4 anglers • 3 hours • Private charter
3 hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Fishing
Central Coast Angling
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Platte Bay Coho Jigging
Ages 6+ • Up to 4 anglers • 5 hours • Private charter
3 hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Fishing
Central Coast Angling
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Hardcore All Day Muskie
12+ hours • Up to 5 Anglers
St Clair Shores
12 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Fishing
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Detroit River Walleye • Spring
5 Hours • Up to 3 Anglers
St Clair Shores
6 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Fishing
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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