Guidebook for Traverse City

Emily
Guidebook for Traverse City

Food Scene

Great spot for Asian fusion food and cocktails!
143 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Red Ginger
237 E Front St
143 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Great spot for Asian fusion food and cocktails!
Located in The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, which is the unique renovation of dozens of historic buildings formerly known as the Traverse City State Hospital. Definitely a unique experience!
132 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Trattoria Stella
830 W Eleventh St
132 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Located in The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, which is the unique renovation of dozens of historic buildings formerly known as the Traverse City State Hospital. Definitely a unique experience!
My favorite place to get a burger. If you like spicy, try the pungi's pepper patty.
45 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Slabtown Burgers
826 W Front St
45 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
My favorite place to get a burger. If you like spicy, try the pungi's pepper patty.
Quick and casual, great bar food!
62 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Bubba's
428 E Front St
62 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Quick and casual, great bar food!
My favorite spot for brunch! If the outdoor seating is closed (rainy or closed for the season) then it can fill up quickly so try to go early.
65 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
The Towne Plaza
203 Cass St
65 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
My favorite spot for brunch! If the outdoor seating is closed (rainy or closed for the season) then it can fill up quickly so try to go early.
Another great brunch option that also has a big display counter for pastries to go.
39 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Patisserie Amie
39 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Another great brunch option that also has a big display counter for pastries to go.
One of the most upscale restaurants in Traverse City. Definitely recommend for a special or romantic occasion!
54 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Boathouse Restaurant
14039 Peninsula Dr
54 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
One of the most upscale restaurants in Traverse City. Definitely recommend for a special or romantic occasion!
If you feel like taking the drive up to Fish Town, you have to stop by The Cove! Great location on the water and their seafood chowder is awesome and the signature "Chubby Mary" is a unique experience to say the least.
42 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
The Cove
111 W River St
42 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
If you feel like taking the drive up to Fish Town, you have to stop by The Cove! Great location on the water and their seafood chowder is awesome and the signature "Chubby Mary" is a unique experience to say the least.
Another option in Fishtown, the Cheese Shanty serves up great sandwiches to go. There are outdoor tables or you can pack a picnic lunch to take with you, but make sure to get there early before they run out of their signature pretzel bread!
58 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Village Cheese Shanty
199 W River St
58 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Another option in Fishtown, the Cheese Shanty serves up great sandwiches to go. There are outdoor tables or you can pack a picnic lunch to take with you, but make sure to get there early before they run out of their signature pretzel bread!

Drinks & Nightlife

Right down the street from the condo, this is an absolute must for any whiskey lovers!
42 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Traverse City Whiskey Co.
201 E 14th St
42 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Right down the street from the condo, this is an absolute must for any whiskey lovers!
This is a speak-easy type bar located below 7 Monks. Take the elevator down to the basement and enjoy pre-prohibition era cocktails & concoctions.
52 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Low Bar
128 S Union St
52 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
This is a speak-easy type bar located below 7 Monks. Take the elevator down to the basement and enjoy pre-prohibition era cocktails & concoctions.
A small batch microbrewery with on-site hop garden, beer garden, patio and tasting room. Sit by the fire or play a game of corn hole in their garden while sampling local beers.
116 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Hop Lot Brewing Company
658 S W Bay Shore Dr
116 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
A small batch microbrewery with on-site hop garden, beer garden, patio and tasting room. Sit by the fire or play a game of corn hole in their garden while sampling local beers.
With 46 beers on taps and even more available in bottles, this is a beer lover’s paradise. Also a great lunch spot!
74 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
7 Monks Taproom
128 S Union St
74 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
With 46 beers on taps and even more available in bottles, this is a beer lover’s paradise. Also a great lunch spot!
A brewpub located in downtown Traverse City with live music on their deck in the summertime.
85 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
North Peak Brewing Company
400 W Front St
85 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
A brewpub located in downtown Traverse City with live music on their deck in the summertime.
A sprawling vineyard on Old Mission Peninsula. Order a glass of wine and a cheese and charcuterie board and then take a stroll through the gardens.
58 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery
3309 Blue Water Rd
58 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
A sprawling vineyard on Old Mission Peninsula. Order a glass of wine and a cheese and charcuterie board and then take a stroll through the gardens.
A gorgeous 160-acre estate features a winery, Hearth & Vine Cafe, equestrian facility and hiking trails. In addition to multiple tasting bars, they offer wines by the glass and half glass along with a wine-friendly menu on our seasonal Terrace patio.
65 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Black Star Farms Suttons Bay
10844 E Revold Rd
65 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
A gorgeous 160-acre estate features a winery, Hearth & Vine Cafe, equestrian facility and hiking trails. In addition to multiple tasting bars, they offer wines by the glass and half glass along with a wine-friendly menu on our seasonal Terrace patio.
If you love sparkling wine like I do, you will LOVE this stop!
80 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
MAWBY Vineyards and Winery
4519 Elm Valley Rd
80 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
If you love sparkling wine like I do, you will LOVE this stop!
A unique alternative to your traditional Traverse City wineries and microbreweries, come try a local hard cider!
37 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Suttons Bay Ciders
10530 E Hilltop Rd
37 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
A unique alternative to your traditional Traverse City wineries and microbreweries, come try a local hard cider!
This is a great brewery that is located super close to the condo!
61 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Right Brain Brewery
225 E Sixteenth St
61 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
This is a great brewery that is located super close to the condo!

Entertainment & Activities

This award-winning golf course is located at the Grand Traverse Resort!
16 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
The Bear Golf Course
100 Valleyway Dr
16 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
This award-winning golf course is located at the Grand Traverse Resort!
If it's a rainy day or if you're having a quiet night, check to see what movies are out!
56 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Bijou by the Bay Movie
181 E Grandview Pkwy
56 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
If it's a rainy day or if you're having a quiet night, check to see what movies are out!

Parks & Nature

A nice hike with a very rewarding view.
20 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Pyramid Point Trail
Pyramid Point Trail
20 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
A nice hike with a very rewarding view.
A shallow, sandy lake with a nice beach and warmer water within Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park.
34 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
North Bar Lake Access
34 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
A shallow, sandy lake with a nice beach and warmer water within Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park.
If you are looking for more of a party atmosphere, check out West End Beach in downtown Traverse City!
15 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
West End Beach
716 W Grandview Pkwy
15 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
If you are looking for more of a party atmosphere, check out West End Beach in downtown Traverse City!

Arts & Culture

A short drive from Traverse City, be sure to check out their schedule for upcoming events.
117 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Interlochen Center for the Arts
4000 J. Maddy Pkwy
117 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
A short drive from Traverse City, be sure to check out their schedule for upcoming events.
Michigan Artists Gallery was named as one of three essential art venues in “100 Best Art Towns in America” for the Grand Traverse area.
Michigan Artists Gallery
317 E Front St
Michigan Artists Gallery was named as one of three essential art venues in “100 Best Art Towns in America” for the Grand Traverse area.

Essentials

The trendiest new grocery store in Traverse City. From sushi burritos to all of your gluten-free needs, Lucky's has you covered! They also make great pizza and pre-made food.
17 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Lucky's Market
3587 Marketplace Cir
17 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
The trendiest new grocery store in Traverse City. From sushi burritos to all of your gluten-free needs, Lucky's has you covered! They also make great pizza and pre-made food.
Your nearby, typical grocery store that should be able to cover all of your essentials.
37 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Tom's Food Market
13940 S W Bay Shore Dr
37 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Your nearby, typical grocery store that should be able to cover all of your essentials.

Sightseeing

Take a walk down Front Street and soak in downtown Traverse City! There are TONS of shops, restaurants, and bars to keep you occupied.
7 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
East Front Street
East Front Street
7 icetyiswa ngabantu basekuhlaleni
Take a walk down Front Street and soak in downtown Traverse City! There are TONS of shops, restaurants, and bars to keep you occupied.