North America: Michigan

Michigan Historic Sites
Step back in time throughout Michigan and experience the spirit of its pioneers and their significant contributions on land and water. Lighthouses are favourite historic sites for most visitors and Michigan's maritime history is celebrated in many coastal areas with museums and tours.
There is also a wealth of other intriguing points of interests to experience in the Great Lakes State including noteworthy battlegrounds, picturesque bridges, historic churches, farms, forts, homes of the auto barons, famous inns, mines, theatres, and more. You can trace the history of Michigan's Underground Railroad, or walk the grounds of Fort Mackinac constructed by British soldiers during the American Revolution.

Michigan Amusement Parks
Michigan offers five theme amusement parks and over ten water parks with some being indoors. Visit Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon with six roller coasters or Crossroads in Flint. Browse the list for all your fun things to do in Michigan.

Michigan Casinos
Lady luck has taken up residence in Michigan. Once confined to the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas and Atlantic City, she has sought out and found homes all across Michigan. Detroit itself boasts three casinos, with several more scattered across the state, and all offer venues filled with gaming, dining, and nightlife. Whether gamers want to join a lively game of craps, settle in to outlast a slot machine, or sample the fine dining and entertainment nearby, Michigan’s casinos have what they’re looking for.

Michigan for Children
Michigan's zoos, gardens, museums, science centres and planetariums have staged a variety of educational programs for kids of all ages. Butterflies, camping, swimming, constellations, rockets, crime scene investigations and wild animals, the learning experiences are endless and your child's imagination will soar in Michigan.

Michigan Zoos and Planetariums
Michigan is flush with diverse natural, man-made, and cultural offerings that include everything from aquariums to zoos, museums, galleries, lighthouses, waterfalls, natural rock formations, and even award-winning wineries. Search the Zoo/Planetarium results to plan your next travels.

Michigan Museums
Michigan is flush with diverse natural, man-made, and cultural offerings that include everything from aquariums to zoos, museums, galleries, lighthouses, waterfalls, natural rock formations, and even award-winning wineries. Search the entire Museums database or select the specific sub-category tab for museums that appeals to you.

Michigan Wineries
Michigan has over 45 wineries with 13,500 acres of vineyards. The vineyards of Michigan are nestled in the most scenic areas of the state. Plan a weekend or a day trip touring these lovely sites and discover the diversity of Michigan wines by visiting winery tasting rooms around the state. Wines from the Great Lakes State are receiving national and international recognition, and we encourage you to treat yourself to some of these world-class, award-winning wines. There are many wine-themed festivals and events throughout the state year-round.

Michigan Outdoors
Michigan is the great outdoors. With more than 3,200 miles of shoreline, 11,000 inland lakes, 5,600 miles of snowmobile trails, dozens of downhill ski resorts and four national parks—there’s no need to miss out on a moment of outdoor fun. Search the entire "Outdoors" directory or select the sub-category tab that best fits the get-away you want to experience.

Michigan Winters
Michigan is a four-season state, which makes for diverse winter recreational opportunities. No place puts out the winter white carpet like Michigan. Those who like the snow will revel in the abundant lake-effect precipitation and the fun it affords.

Ski our first-class slopes
Experience the thrill of snowboarding
Relax on a groomed cross country trail
Sled Michigan's excellent snowmobile trails
Come play in the Midwest's best snow!

For those looking to relax or getaway, Michigan is home to an assortment of spas and resorts that offer the perfect remedy to rejuvenate and refresh the mind, body and spirit. From reclusive cabins in the woods to lakeshore condos to four-star resorts -offering full-service spa treatment or simply a relaxing atmosphere to unwind -numerous package deals are available for those weary of winter.
The possibilities are endless, the fun non-stop-Michigan, Pure Michigan!

Michigan Shopping
What would a weekend get away or family vacation be without a little shopping time? Whether you want a unique specialty store, an antiques mall, or a 100-store discount mall, the "Shopping" directory can help you find it. Search the entire "Shopping" directory


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