Explore Things to Do in Michigan
Welcome to Michigan - a state defined by sparkling freshwater coastlines, vibrant cities, and endless outdoor adventure. With more miles of shoreline than any other state in the continental US, Michigan invites you to explore its famous Great Lakes, idyllic beaches, and charming lakeside towns. Wander the car-free streets of Mackinac Island, discover Detroit’s world-renowned music and automotive history, and experience the natural beauty of the Upper Peninsula with its waterfalls, forests, and rugged trails. Whether you’re drawn to boating, hiking, cultural attractions, or simply soaking in breathtaking sunsets over the water, Michigan offers unforgettable experiences in every season.
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Our website makes it easy to discover and book unforgettable day trips, tours, excursions, and unique experiences in Michigan - before you even start your vacation. With real-time availability, detailed activity information, and direct booking with trusted tour operators, you can secure the adventures you want without the stress of last-minute planning or sold-out experiences. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills, cultural discoveries, or relaxing local highlights in Michigan, we give you a simple, reliable way to plan ahead and make the most of every moment of your trip.
Why wait until you arrive in Michigan to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
Tommy Bahama Beach Umbrella Rentals
Ages 18+ to Rent • One Day to One Week Rentals Available
EVENTS/HOLIDAYS
Double Kayaks
Multi-Day Rentals Available • Must be 21+ to Rent
Guided Walleye Fishing Trip
Starting at $500 | 5 Hours | Up to 4 People | Capt. Todd Brill
NYC Memorial Caboose - Santa Express
All aboard for a trip to Santa's Caboose!
Clinton
1 Hour and 15 Minutes
Southern Michigan Railroad
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Private 5 hour Power Island Cruise
$725 Great for all ages | Up to 6 Passengers | Experience Historic Power Island
Traverse City
Private Tours
Wind Sailing
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Open Water: Wave 1
Ages 16+ • 3 Days • Beginner, Intermediate
Van Buren Dune and Shoreline Tour
All ages • 12-13 Min Flight • Flat rate 1-3 people
15 minutes
Red Hawk Aviation
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Merchandise
Don't forget your Mushroom House Tour memorabilia!
6-Seater 4x4 UTV Rental
1-6 Hour Rentals • 21+ to rent • 500 Acres of Open Dunes • 9am Early Bird Special - Save $25!
Water Activities Explore All
Pontoon Boat Rentals
Ages 21+ • Hourly Rentals • Starting at $135 - Children of all ages are welcome
Boat Rental, Water Activities
Memories Traverse City
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30 ft. dockage slip #1
A slip in our private marina
Charlevoix
1 day
Private Tours, Water Activities
Ward Marina Boats
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Lake Cadillac Rentals
Free Delivery + Pickup! • Half and Full Day Rentals
Cadillac
4 or 8 hour options
Kayak, Water Activities
Mountain Man Paddle Co
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Car Spotting (Tube) on Big Manistee River
For all ages • 2 to 4 hour options
2 to 4 hour options
Kayak, Water Activities
Manistee Adventures
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Yamaha Wave Runner Rentals
Ages 18+ • Hourly Rentals • Up to 3 people! • Starting at $100 - Children of all ages are welcome
Water Activities
Memories Traverse City
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Lake to Lake Trips
For all ages • 2 Hours
Manistee
2 hours
Water Activities
Manistee Adventures
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Canoe Rentals on Big Manistee River
1.5 to 18 hour options
Canoe, Kayak, Water Activities
Manistee Adventures
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50 ft. dockage slip
A slip in our private marina
Charlevoix
1 day
Private Tours, Water Activities
Ward Marina Boats
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Fall & Winter Walleye Trolling
5 Hour Trolling • Up to 3 Anglers
St Clair Shores
5 Hours
Boat Rental, Boat Tour, Fishing, Guided Tour, Kid Friendly, Private Tours, Sports, Water Activities
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Sea-Doo RXP 300 Rental
Ages 21+ • Hourly Rentals • Seats 3 People! • Starting at $150 - Children of all ages are welcome
Water Activities
Memories Traverse City
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Perch Charter - Small Boat
5 Hours • Up to 3 Anglers
St Clair Shores
5 Hours
Kid Friendly
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Family - All Access Season Pass
Unlimited Family Skiing All Season Long! No Black Out Dates!
Traverse City
Kid Friendly
Mt. Holiday
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Fall & Winter Walleye Trolling
5 Hour Trolling • Up to 3 Anglers
St Clair Shores
5 Hours
Boat Rental, Boat Tour, Fishing, Guided Tour, Kid Friendly, Private Tours, Sports, Water Activities
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Individual All- Access Season Pass
Unlimited Skiing & Snowboarding All Season Long! No Black Out Dates!
Traverse City
Kid Friendly
Mt. Holiday
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Weekday Lift Ticket
Ski, ride, and play with a Mt. Holiday Weekday Lift Ticket!
Traverse City
Kid Friendly
Mt. Holiday
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3 Hour Rental
Priced per Vehicle -- 20 Min Tour + 3 Hours on your own
Mears
3 Hours
Kid Friendly
Silver Lake Buggy Rentals
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Detroit River Walleye • Spring
5 Hours • Up to 3 Anglers
St Clair Shores
6 Hours
Fishing, Kid Friendly
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Creative Kids Afternoon Arts
Weekly - Thursdays
Midland
1 Hour and 15 minutes
Kid Friendly
Creative 360
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2026 Farm Fest Season Pass
All Ages • Admission for All Farm Fest Weekends
Grand Rapids
5-7 Hours
Kid Friendly
Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit Farm
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4 Hour Rental
Priced per Vehicle --- 20 Min Tour + 4 Hours on your own
Mears
4 Hours
Kid Friendly
Silver Lake Buggy Rentals
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Boat Tours Explore All
The Haunted Deck Party Cruise
???? Costumes • Cocktails • Creepy-Fun on the Water!
Blessing of the Boats
The Annual Blessing of the Boats
4th of July Fireworks Cruise
The Best viewing in Town!
Motown Cruise
Feel the soul and sway to the rhythm as Motown magic carries you across the water!
Two-Hour Private Day Sail
Starting at $299 | 2 Hours | Price includes 2 People, Up to 6 Passengers Can Book
Traverse City
Boat Rental, Boat Tour, Private Tours, Sailing
Two Brothers Sailing Adventures
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Cruisin' Country Style
???? Boots, Beats & Waves — Line Dancin’ on the Lake!
Sun and Sand Tour
Age 18+ to book • 2 Hours • Up to 4 people included with option to add more
Traverse City
Boat Tour
TC Boat Tours
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Shoreline Tour
Age 18+ to book • 2 Hours • Up to 4 people included with option to add more
Traverse City
Boat Tour
TC Boat Tours
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Flip Flop Parrot Head Cruise
Flip Flop Parrot Head Cruise!
Water Taxi Service
Water Taxi Service
Detroit
one to six hours
Boat Tour, Private Tours
Detroit Water Taxi
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Circle Erie! (9D/8N/16M)
June 10-18, 2026
Beyond Horizons Tour & Travel, LLC
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Oh MI #4 - Sunrise Side
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Beyond Horizons Tour & Travel, LLC
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Schoolship Registration - Inland Seas
Suttons Bay
Inland Seas Education Association
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Oh MI #5 - Pond Hill, Petoskey, & Kilwins
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Beyond Horizons Tour & Travel, LLC
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Mrs. Doubtfire at Midland Center for the Arts (Northern Market)
January 24, 2026
Beyond Horizons Tour & Travel, LLC
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ROV Registration
Traverse City
Inland Seas Education Association
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Big Reef
9 Hours • Ages 3+ • Full Day of Trolling!
Holiday Shopping Extravaganza
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Beyond Horizons Tour & Travel, LLC
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Kayak Tours Explore All
KaBrew Kayak Experience
$69 per person | Ages 16+
Traverse City
4-5 Hrs
Bike Rental, Brewery, Food Tour, Kayak, Pedal Pub, Water Park, Waterbike Rental
The River Outfitters
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Double Kayaks
Multi-Day Rentals Available • Must be 21+ to Rent
Single Kayaks – 2-9 Day Rentals
Available at 6am, 8am, & 10am
Tandem (2 person) Kayak
Spring Lake
1 Hour, 3 Hour, Full Day (8 Hours), 2-5 Days, 5
Kayak
Lakeshore Kayak Rental
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Car Spotting (Tube) on Big Manistee River
For all ages • 2 to 4 hour options
2 to 4 hour options
Kayak, Water Activities
Manistee Adventures
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Half Day Fun Pass
Kayak, Bike, And Paddlboard as much as you want in 4 hours
Traverse City
4 hrs
Kayak, Rentals, Water Park
The River Outfitters
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Single Kayak
All ages • 2 day–3 week options
Elk Rapids
2 day–3 week options
Kayak
Bayfront Beach & Bike
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Otter 9’ Single Kayak
Spring Lake
1 Hour, 3 Hour, Full Day (8 Hours), 2-5 Days, 5
Kayak
Lakeshore Kayak Rental
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SUP Rentals on Big Manistee River
For all ages • 1.5 to 18 hour options
1.5 to 18 hour options
Kayak, Rentals, SUP
Manistee Adventures
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1st St Beach and 5th Ave Beach Rentals - Double Kayak
For all ages • 1 to 8 hour rental options
Manistee
1 to 8 hour options
Kayak, Rentals
Manistee Adventures
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Fishing Tours Explore All
Hardcore All Day Muskie
12+ hours • Up to 5 Anglers
St Clair Shores
12 Hours
Fishing, Kid Friendly
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Detroit River Walleye • Spring
5 Hours • Up to 3 Anglers
St Clair Shores
6 Hours
Fishing, Kid Friendly
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Fishing Charter
4 - 10 Hours • For all ages • Fish and take in the shoreline
Mohawk
4 - 10 Hours
Fishing
Sand Point Charters
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8 Hour Muskie Charter
8 Hours • Up to 5 Anglers
St Clair Shores
8 Hours
Fishing
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Fall & Winter Walleye Trolling
5 Hour Trolling • Up to 3 Anglers
St Clair Shores
5 Hours
Boat Rental, Boat Tour, Fishing, Guided Tour, Kid Friendly, Private Tours, Sports, Water Activities
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Multi-Species Charter
6 Hours • Up to 5 Anglers
St Clair Shores
6 Hours
Fishing, Kid Friendly
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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6 Hour Muskie Charter
6 Hours • Up to 5 Anglers
St Clair Shores
6 Hours
Fishing, Kid Friendly
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Perch Charter - Big Boat
6 Hours • Up to 5 Anglers
St Clair Shores
6 Hours
Fishing, Kid Friendly
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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6 Hour Smallmouth Bass Charter
6 Hours • Up to 5 Anglers
St Clair Shores
6 Hours
Fishing, Kid Friendly
Reel Therapy Sportfishing
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Half Day Charter
Ages 12+ • 6 Hours • Up to 5 People • $900
Muskegon
Fishing, Private Fishing
Trident Sportfishing
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