Central
Traverse City
Popular places to visit
Front Street
During your visit to Traverse City, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Front Street. Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Traverse City Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Traverse City Beach during your trip to Traverse City? Discover the area's lively festivals, or seek out its local tours.
Mission Point Lighthouse
You can learn about the history of Traverse City with a trip to Mission Point Lighthouse. Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its lively festivals.
Traverse City State Park
You can take time to visit Traverse City State Park during your travels to Traverse City. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Spider Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Spider Lake during your travels in Traverse City. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its wineries.
Bass Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bass Lake during your travels in Traverse City. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Lake Michigan Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
5-Hour Traverse City Wine Tour: 4 Wineries on Old Mission Peninsula
4-Hour Traverse City Sunset Wine Tour: 3 Wineries on Old Mission Peninsula
NON BUS VIP Cadillac Escalade Traverse City Old Mission Wine Tour
NON BUS VIP Traverse City Brewery And Distillery Tour
NON BUS Traverse City Wine Old Mission Peninsula Wine Tour
Top hotels in Central
Grand Traverse Resort And Spa
Very nice hotel and wonderful staff! This was the perfect gift to surprise my bestie for her birthday, a night in the Deluxe with bay side view room!
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Blossom Hotel & Suites Traverse City
Room was clean staff was courteous only thing i have to.suggest to others is if your staying and length of time is unsure reserve the longest you think you'll need and cancel if you do not i talked to front desk and discussed my situation and they were like ok just let us know we will keep you in ...
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026
Delamar Traverse City
Staff was so kind and helpful, space was clean and the pools were well kept
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Traverse City
The room was clean, the beds were soft, and the waterside was fun
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
Grand Beach Resort Hotel
Great room, lovely staff, nice boxed breakfast, super comfy bed. Clean and comfortable with nice hot shower in the morning. Very pleased!
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
The Baywatch Resort
Clean room and friendly staff!
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central
Old Towne
While Old Towne might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like City Opera House and Traverse Area District Library.
Midtown Centre
While there might not be top attractions in Midtown Centre, you can explore the larger area and discover places like City Opera House and Clinch Park Beach.
Downtown Traverse City
If you're spending some time in Downtown Traverse City, Clinch Park Beach and City Opera House are top sights worth seeing.
Grand Traverse Commons
While visiting Grand Traverse Commons, you might make a stop by sights like Village at Grand Traverse Commons and Left Foot Charley.
Boardman
When in Boardman, you can plan a visit to Clinch Park Beach and Traverse Area District Library, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Slabtown
If you're spending some time in Slabtown, Lake Michigan and Grand Traverse Bay are top sights worth seeing.
