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re: Anyone have any suggestions for things to do in Michigan? - updated w/ trip report
Posted on 4/26/18 at 11:35 am to jb4
Posted on 4/26/18 at 11:35 am to jb4
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Skip Chicago and go to
I wouldn't recommend this. I firmly believe there is not a better city in the country than Chicago in the summer. I forgot to mention in my list of goings on that there are usually multiple street festivals every weekend, Cubs games, and multiple large music festivals to check out.
Traverse City is really nice, but again, if the guy has 1-2 days to check out Michigan, spending 11-12 hours of that time in the car seems excessive.
This post was edited on 4/27/18 at 2:19 pm
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Posted on 4/27/18 at 8:08 am to Chucktown_Badger
Drive up 31 to Traverse City, then continue either up the Leelenau Peninsula to Sleeping Bear Dunes OR drive along the shores of Lake Michigan to Charlevoix, Petoskey, and Harbor Springs. Mackinac Island is a nice day trip as well.
Northern Michigan is one of the best places on earth from June - September.
Northern Michigan is one of the best places on earth from June - September.
Posted on 4/27/18 at 2:18 pm to Fat Harry
I think some of you guys missed the OP. He has 1-2 days getaway from Chicago.
Posted on 4/28/18 at 10:08 am to Chucktown_Badger
OK take the train from Chicago to holland 
Or any of these
Inn at harbor shores in st joe
Harbor grand in new buffalo
Lots of spots in saugatuck
Old school stay
Lakeside inn in lakeside, mi
I probably would stay here after the city visit in Chicago
Or any of these
Inn at harbor shores in st joe
Harbor grand in new buffalo
Lots of spots in saugatuck
Old school stay
Lakeside inn in lakeside, mi
I probably would stay here after the city visit in Chicago This post was edited on 4/28/18 at 10:11 am
Posted on 5/1/18 at 8:56 pm to Chucktown_Badger
For you or Hoops, is the CityPASS worth it if I'm planning on going up in the summer and hitting up the Art Institute, Fields, etc. (definitely going to be doing a ton of museum/artsy stuff)?
Also following here for some recs on places to eat/other activities. Planning on being there 3-4 days (it's not too far of a drive from Louisville).
Also following here for some recs on places to eat/other activities. Planning on being there 3-4 days (it's not too far of a drive from Louisville).
Posted on 5/2/18 at 7:41 am to BluegrassBelle
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For you or Hoops, is the CityPASS worth it if I'm planning on going up in the summer and hitting up the Art Institute, Fields, etc. (definitely going to be doing a ton of museum/artsy stuff)?
Sounds like you plan to go to most of the attractions that CityPASS gains you entry to. In that sense, $107, including the processing fee, is worth it. Shedd Aquarium alone is $40.
If you have the time, I recommend venturing into some of Chicago's neighborhoods and walking around, grabbing a bite/drink, etc. Wicker Park, Logan Square, Lincoln Park, Old Town, Lakeview, Ravenswood, etc., are all great and accessible by train.
Posted on 6/10/18 at 1:31 pm to hoopsgalore
Thanks again to all for the input/suggestions.
I put my restaurant reviews of the FDB here.
We did the Arch and Old Courthouse in St. Louis on the way up (stopped there the first night of the trip). Very cool, but if you or anyone in your party is claustrophobic, pass on going to the top of the Arch because the "elevator" is the size of an aspirin. Courthouse had a lot of interesting exhibits on westward expansion.
Chicago was a definite kick in the arse. Caught the Cubs against the Giants at Wrigley the evening we got into Chicago. The stadium is truly the "friendly confines." The Cubs won and the "W" flag was raised. Took the Red Line back to our hotel ( The Palmer House) and there was a stop right by it. About the Palmer...it's a great hotel. Our room was not a suite, but had two bathrooms and was a nice size. Also, breakfast was included with the room and it was a full buffet that was outstanding. The lobby is very ornate and it has a great bar.
First full day in Chicago, did an architectural boat tour on the Chicago River - fascinating and also went to the Navy Pier. Somewhat underwhelming, but still pretty cool as to its history.
My son and I went to the Art Institute while my wife and daughter went shopping (actually, looking) on Michigan Avenue. Met up later and went to Cloud Gate at Millennium Park (more commonly known as "The Bean")
Second day - went to the Sky Deck at the Sears (Willis) Tower. Damn...that's fricking high up. Being suspended out from the building on a ballistic glass shelf was not as scary as I thought it would be. There were a shitton of people there.
After that, went to the Science and Industry Museum. That was pretty neat (and the U-Boat was damned cool), but that place is definitely not aimed at anyone older than high school age kids. Don't get me wrong, it was fun and there's a lot there - but it reminded me a little of a cross between a children's museum and a Wonderworks (if you have ever been to Pigeon Forge, you know what I am talking about).
Third day (last in Chicago) - went to see Hamilton at the CIBC Theater (a block from our hotel). Very "intimate" theater - probably about 1/2 the size of the Saenger. Great show. Hit the road from there and went to New Buffalo, Michigan.
Stayed at the Harbor Grand, which was a nice place.
Our only full day in Michigan, we drove up the coast to Holland. We stopped at Warren Dunes State Park and South Haven on the way up. Wandered around Holland for a while, then headed back to New Buffalo to spend the afternoon/evening on the beach, Very good time, and very chill.
Next day, marathoned it back home.
A great trip!
I put my restaurant reviews of the FDB here.
We did the Arch and Old Courthouse in St. Louis on the way up (stopped there the first night of the trip). Very cool, but if you or anyone in your party is claustrophobic, pass on going to the top of the Arch because the "elevator" is the size of an aspirin. Courthouse had a lot of interesting exhibits on westward expansion.
Chicago was a definite kick in the arse. Caught the Cubs against the Giants at Wrigley the evening we got into Chicago. The stadium is truly the "friendly confines." The Cubs won and the "W" flag was raised. Took the Red Line back to our hotel ( The Palmer House) and there was a stop right by it. About the Palmer...it's a great hotel. Our room was not a suite, but had two bathrooms and was a nice size. Also, breakfast was included with the room and it was a full buffet that was outstanding. The lobby is very ornate and it has a great bar.
First full day in Chicago, did an architectural boat tour on the Chicago River - fascinating and also went to the Navy Pier. Somewhat underwhelming, but still pretty cool as to its history.
My son and I went to the Art Institute while my wife and daughter went shopping (actually, looking) on Michigan Avenue. Met up later and went to Cloud Gate at Millennium Park (more commonly known as "The Bean")
Second day - went to the Sky Deck at the Sears (Willis) Tower. Damn...that's fricking high up. Being suspended out from the building on a ballistic glass shelf was not as scary as I thought it would be. There were a shitton of people there.
After that, went to the Science and Industry Museum. That was pretty neat (and the U-Boat was damned cool), but that place is definitely not aimed at anyone older than high school age kids. Don't get me wrong, it was fun and there's a lot there - but it reminded me a little of a cross between a children's museum and a Wonderworks (if you have ever been to Pigeon Forge, you know what I am talking about).
Third day (last in Chicago) - went to see Hamilton at the CIBC Theater (a block from our hotel). Very "intimate" theater - probably about 1/2 the size of the Saenger. Great show. Hit the road from there and went to New Buffalo, Michigan.
Stayed at the Harbor Grand, which was a nice place.
Our only full day in Michigan, we drove up the coast to Holland. We stopped at Warren Dunes State Park and South Haven on the way up. Wandered around Holland for a while, then headed back to New Buffalo to spend the afternoon/evening on the beach, Very good time, and very chill.
Next day, marathoned it back home.
A great trip!
Posted on 6/10/18 at 3:49 pm to udtiger
Good stuff , hope you make another trip out that way again.
, hope you make another trip out that way again.Posted on 6/10/18 at 6:46 pm to SpartyGator
We are planning to. Will probably "reverse" it (more time in Michigan - go to the UP and maybe get into Canada as well).
Posted on 6/11/18 at 4:40 am to udtiger
You could consider flying into MSP and then hitting up the UP once you pass Green Bay too.
But the lake Michigan portion is really cool part of the state
But the lake Michigan portion is really cool part of the state
Posted on 6/11/18 at 9:33 am to SpartyGator
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You could consider flying into MSP and then hitting up the UP once you pass Green Bay too. But the lake Michigan portion is really cool part of the state
The parts we saw were very cool. Could have spent a lot more time there.
As insane as it sounds, I'd love to see that area in the dead of winter. The lighthouse in South Haven had an iron catwalk about 15 feet off the pier that is there so access could be maintained during storms and when ice piles up.
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