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Cultural Activities for Families

Introduce kids to the wonderful world of creativity at the Detroit Institute of Arts, reputed as having one of the best art collections in the United States. It is home to over 65,000 art works from paintings and masks to memorabilia of the auto industry and General Motors. At Ann Arbor Museum, explore science and technology with the hands-on exhibits covering diverse subjects from media to health.

Outdoor Activities for Families

Michigan is also a fantastic place for outdoor activities. Head to the Oval Beach in Saugatuck or South Haven Beach to swim, sunbathe, or build castles. Hire a boat and go for a ride on its lakes. Visit the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Manitour Islands, a nature reserve with sand dunes, campsites, trails, and lakes. At Mackinac Island, go for long walks in the woods and see the natural limestone Arch Rock on the Lake Huron shoreline. If you're driving from the Upper Peninsula to the Lower Peninsula, you won't miss the breathtaking Mackinac Bridge, the longest suspension bridge in the US.

Have you ever wondered what the world was like before buses and cars? In Michigan, you can actually experience this first hand by visiting Mackinac Island. This island gives you a glimpse of a simpler way of life. The highlight of this old-fashioned island is that you can take a tour on a horse-drawn carriage.

The Michigan Historical Museum in Lansing is worth a visit when you want to learn the in-depth history of this state. This museum tells the story of Michigan from the prehistoric era to the 1900s. There are several exhibits that also relate to the industrial history of Michigan.

Home to the Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, and part of Lake Erie, Michigan is rich in natural vegetation and beauty. Families looking for an adventure should explore the Upper Peninsula region that houses famous natural attractions such as the Porcupine Mountains, Pictured Rocks, Mackinac Island, Isle Royale, Tahquamenon Falls, and the Seney National Wildlife Refuge. Then there is the heavenly Lower Peninsula region with its placid lakes, rivers, forests, sand dunes and beaches. Canoeing, fishing, sailing, and motorboating are popular activities. You'll love returning to your Michigan cabin rental to unwind after an action-packed day exploring.

There's more to Michigan than its natural legacies. Ann Arbor's University of Michigan is a must-visit for its Law Quadrangle, the Power Center for the Performing Arts, Natural History Museum, and a series of Gothic structures. One of the longest suspension bridges in the world is the Mackinac Bridge, which joins the Lower Peninsula at Mackinaw City to the Upper Peninsula at St. Ignace. Frankenmuth in mid-Michigan is an interesting replica of a German town, where visitors make a customary stop at Zehnder's or The Bavarian Inn, known for their luscious fried chicken.

Pictured Rocks National Seashore in Michigan offers a unique landscape that includes rocky coastline, cliffs, beaches, and dunes. Inland rivers and lakes surrounded by forest await you when you explore the interior of this state. During the winters this is a popular spot for snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.

Isle Royale National Park is situated on an island on Lake Superior near the Canadian border. This beautiful island spans 432 square miles and was shaped into its present form by Ice Age glaciers. Today it is home to a wide range of wildlife including herring gulls, wolves, otters, foxes, falcons, and ospreys. When you want to explore unspoiled wilderness this park is the perfect destination.

Detroit - Motor City

The largest city in Michigan, Detroit or 'Motor City', has many attractions for visitors. See the outstanding Fisher Building built in 1928 by Albert Kahn, an American industrial architect. Admire its imposing art déco exterior of granite and marble and marvel at the vaulted ceilings and mosaics. Not to be missed is Motown Historical Museum where the careers of musical greats such as Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye, and Michael Jackson were launched. For a glimpse of local life, visit the Eastern Market and browse through the offerings of the specialty shops.

Traverse City - The Cherry Capital

If you’re visiting Traverse City, spend time at the Dennos Museum Center, watch a performance at the City Opera House, hike and camp at the Traverse City State Park, and stop by at the Great Lakes Children’s Museum.

Grand Rapids - Always Something To Do

Grand Rapids, considered as one of the most liveable US states, has many points of interest including the colourful Frederik Meijer Gardens, John Ball Zoo with its interactive aquarium, Grand Rapids Public Museum, and Grand Rapids Art Museum. Go ice skating or watch a concert at Rosa Parks Circle, Michigan's lively cities are ideal for family breaks.