7 Places In Michigan That Are Better Than Anywhere Else In The Country
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Emily Tieman
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When international tourists think of visiting the United States they might plan a trip to tour the Statue of Liberty, drive along Route 66, or see the Golden Gate Bridge. The Great Lake State may not be the first place that comes to mind but that should change. Here are the best places to see in Michigan that deserve to be explored.
Mackinac Island, MI 49757, USA
At the top of the list, Mackinac Island is one of the most unique places in the world. You take a ferry to get there and no cars are on the island. Visitors travel by bike, foot, and horse carriage to see the iconic Arch Rock or Fort Mackinac. Remember to buy some famous Mackinac Island fudge on your way out from one of the many delightful fudge shops on the island.
Frankenmuth, MI, USA
Known as Michigan’s “Little Bavaria,” Frankenmuth is a window into Germany with beautiful Bavarian architecture and delicious German cuisine. There are festivals and events happening year-round such as Zehnder's Snowfest and Oktoberfest.
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Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Michigan, USA
On the shore of Lake Superior in the Upper Peninsula, Pictured Rocks might be Michigan’s most famous natural wonder. The rocky cliffs are massive and colorful and are best viewed on the water either by boat or kayak.
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Holland, MI 49423, USA
The largest Tulip Festival in the United States is held in Holland, Michigan, and brings in over 600,000 visitors to see five million blooms every year. Whether you come to tiptoe through the tulips, watch Dutch dancers, or shop in the charming downtown, Tulip Time in Holland is a can’t-miss festival.
Sawmill Road, Sawmill Rd, Thompson Township, MI 49854, USA
Kitch-iti-kipi is the largest natural freshwater spring in Michigan and is one of the most picturesque places to see in the state. Located in the Upper Peninsula, you can see the crystal clear waters by taking the free ADA-accessible raft across the spring.
Thunder Bay, Michigan, USA
Thunder Bay is the first national marine sanctuary in the United States and boasts more than 100 historic shipwrecks in its depths. The wrecks can be viewed by snorkeling, diving, and on glass-bottom boat tours.
Sleeping Bear Dunes, Glen Arbor Township, MI 49636, USA
Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, Sleeping Bear Dunes is a national park that is known for its gigantic dunes that you need to see to believe. If you’re looking for an adventure, try your hand at the infamous dune climb which is a 284-foot scale up for a fantastic view of the lake.
What place in Michigan is unlike any other in the country? Let us know in the comments below. If you have a favorite natural wonder in Michigan that you would like to see featured, submit a nomination form and we may write about it!
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