Exploring Traverse City, Michigan

After watching the waves roll into shore and enjoying a craft cocktail at Blush, head out to enjoy the amazing attractions Traverse City has to offer.

Just a few miles west of Alexandra Inn is Downtown Traverse City which is lined with boutique stores, coffee shops, and restaurants.

Continue the day by venturing up Old Mission Peninsula to explore Traverse Wine Region, visit Mission Point Lighthouse, and weave through countless cherry orchards and fruit stands.

For more adventure, roll down the windows and take scenic M22 into Leelanau County. Leelanau County is a beautiful natural oasis that hosts the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, their own wine county, and quaint port towns, including Empire, Leland, North Port, and Glen Arbor.

Explore Traverse City from Alexandra Inn

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What to do in Traverse City:
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Best Restaurants in Traverse City:
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Traverse City Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries:
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Love on the Lake:
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SEASONAL AND EVENT GUIDES

Last Toast on the Coast:
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Fresh Coast Fun:
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Traverse City Cherry Festival:
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Blossom Tours in Town:
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Your Guide to Fall Colors:
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Northern Michigan Lighthouses:
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Bring your Group Lakeside:
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GUIDES BASED ON YOUR GROUP TYPE

ATTRACTIONS AND MORE

Local Farms we Love:
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WHAT TO DO, DRINK, AND EAT

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Start planning your Traverse City getaway!

Need more help planning your trip? Meet Dashing Departure, Traverse City's premier concierge service! Dashing Departure offers personalized travel planning by recommending the best places to visit and booking activities, restaurant reservations, and transportation based on your travel preferences.

Marina Traverse City

Your Guide to the Grand Traverse Region

Event Calendar

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Downtown Traverse City

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Traverse Wine Coast

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Grand Traverse Commons

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Shopping & Strolling

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Restaurant Guide

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Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

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Biking & Trails

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Golfing

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Watersports

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Port Towns

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Casinos