Best of Traverse City, MI
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About Traverse City
Traverse City serves as the county seat of Grand Traverse County and extends partly into Leelanau County. It holds the distinction of being the largest city in Northern Michigan. The 2020 census recorded a population of 15,678 within the city limits.
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Dennos Museum Center
Located at 1701 East Front Street, the Dennos Museum Center is a fine art museum and cultural center on the campus of Northwestern Michigan College. It opened in 1991 and features rotating exhibitions of Modern and Contemporary art.
The museum is most notable for its permanent collection of Inuit art.
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Best Hotels in Traverse City
26 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Country Inn & Suites
Country Inn & Suites is a hotel located in Oakwood Triangle.
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Great Wolf Lodge
Great Wolf Lodge is a hotel located in the Boughey Hill neighborhood.
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Hotel Indigo Traverse City
Hotel Indigo Traverse City is a modern lodging option in the Kids Creek area.
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Park Place Hotel
Park Place Hotel is a historic hotel located in the Boardman Neighborhood of Traverse City, Michigan. The 10‑story building rises to a height of 125 feet, making it the tallest structure in the city.
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Travelodge Traverse City MI
Travelodge Traverse City MI is located in the Oakwood neighborhood.
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Visit Up North Vacation Rentals
Visit Up North Vacation Rentals is a hotel located in the Boardman Neighborhood.
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Courtyard Traverse City
Courtyard Traverse City is a hotel located in Boughey Hill.
Best Restaurants in Traverse City
99 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Archie's Social House
Archie's Social House is a restaurant located in the Old Town neighborhood.
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Cellar & Flame Steakhouse
Cellar & Flame Steakhouse offers a steak house and seafood menu in Old Towne.
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Centre Street Café
Centre Street Café is a dining spot located in the Traverse Heights neighborhood.
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Charles and Reid Detroit Pizza
Charles and Reid Detroit Pizza offers a variety of pizza in the Old Towne neighborhood.
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China Fair Restaurant
China Fair Restaurant serves Chinese cuisine in the Traverse Heights neighborhood.
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Chubby Unicorn
Chubby Unicorn is a restaurant located in the Boardman Neighborhood.
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Firebird Pizza
Firebird Pizza is a pizza restaurant located in the Traverse Heights neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Traverse City
32 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Bubbie's Bagels
Bubbie's Bagels is a café in the Oakwood Triangle that serves bagels.
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Espresso Bay
Espresso Bay is a coffee shop located in the Boardman Neighborhood.
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Factory Man Roasting House
Factory Man Roasting House is a café located in the Traverse Heights neighborhood.
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Great Lakes Coffee and Dessert Co
Great Lakes Coffee and Dessert Co is a café in the Traverse Heights neighborhood offering coffee and desserts.
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Milk & Honey Cafe & Ice Creamery
Milk & Honey Cafe & Ice Creamery offers a relaxed atmosphere in the Boardman Neighborhood.
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Mundos Roasting & Co
Mundos Roasting & Co is a coffee shop located in Traverse Heights, offering freshly roasted beans and a relaxed atmosphere.
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Mundos Roasting & Co.
Mundos Roasting & Co. is a café located in the Central Neighborhood, offering a variety of coffee options for visitors to enjoy.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Traverse City
29 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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7 Monks Taproom
The 7 Monks Taproom in Old Towne offers a selection of sandwiches, burgers and salads.
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Earthen Ales Taproom & Brewery
Earthen Ales Taproom & Brewery is a local bar located in the Kids Creek neighborhood.
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Kilkenny's Irish Pub
Kilkenny's Irish Pub is a neighborhood bar located in Kids Creek.
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Mammoth Distilling
Mammoth Distilling is a bar located in the Boardman Neighborhood.
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Right Brain Brewery
Right Brain Brewery is a bar located in the Fernwood neighborhood.
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Silver Spruce Brewing Company
Silver Spruce Brewing Company is a bar located in the Boardman Neighborhood.
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Tank Space
Tank Space is a bar located in the Oak Park neighborhood. It offers a relaxed atmosphere for drinks.
Best Things to Do in Traverse City
5 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Dennos Museum Center
Located at 1701 East Front Street, the Dennos Museum Center is a fine art museum and cultural center on the campus of Northwestern Michigan College. It opened in 1991 and features rotating exhibitions of Modern and Contemporary art.
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Laughing Fish Gallery and Art Café
Laughing Fish Gallery and Art Café offers a relaxed setting for viewing local art and enjoying coffee in Kids Creek.
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Cherry Lane Overlook
Cherry Lane Overlook offers a scenic view of Kids Creek for visitors to enjoy.
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World's Largest Cherry Pie - Pan
World's Largest Cherry Pie - Pan is an attraction located in the neighborhood of Boughey Hill.
Best Shops in Traverse City
61 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Crystal Lake Alpaca Boutique
Crystal Lake Alpaca Boutique is a shop located in Kids Creek.
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Higher Self Bookstore
Higher Self Bookstore is located in the Boardman Neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Traverse City
61 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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American Legion Park
American Legion Park is a public park located in the Old Towne neighborhood.
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Cherry Bend Community Park
Cherry Bend Community Park is located in the Slabtown neighborhood.
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Clancy Park
Clancy Park offers a peaceful setting for visitors to enjoy nature, located in the Base of Old Mission area.
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Darrow Park
Darrow Park offers a green space for residents of Slabtown to relax and enjoy outdoor activities. The park features walking paths, benches, and open lawns suitable for picnics or casual strolls.
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