Don't miss Clara’s!
Where delightful dining and turn of the century hospitality make a timely connection. Relax awhile and join us on a trip through time to the turn of the century. That’s when the Michigan Central Railroad Station, now Clara’s, was built. From its beginning in 1903, the Station on Michigan Avenue was a haven of hospitality for train passengers and Lansing locals whose entertainment was watching the iron horse pull in each day.
Union Station, as it was later called, served passengers until 1972, when all service through Lansing was discontinued and the station was closed. Three years later Amtrak resumed service but East Lansing won the depot bid. Two active restaurateurs bought the station in 1978, and today you enjoy the results of their efforts in reconstructing a little of Lansing’s tradition. Enjoy the Victorian atmosphere while choosing from a full service 16-page menu.
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Explore Greater Lansing while you are in town! In addition to the State Capitol Building, we offer numerous family-friendly venues and historical attractions. Here are a few you won’t want to miss:
Impression 5 Science Center200 Museum Dr., Lansing, MI 48933
Phone: (517) 485-8116, Fax: (517) 485-8125
This sophisticated hands-on science center is designed so kids of all ages can experience the wonders of the physical and natural world firsthand. Make slime in the Chemistry Lab, capture your shadow or tinker with cool toys.
R. E. Olds Transportation Museum240 Museum Dr., Lansing, MI 48933
Phone: (517) 372-0422, Fax: (517) 372-2901
A tribute to the auto industry, courtesy of one of Lansing’s most prominent citizens-Ransom Eli Olds. The very first Oldsmobile, built in 1897, is on display along with antique REOs, Stars, automotive advertising and memorabilia.
Potter Park Zoo
1301 S. Pennsylvania Ave., Lansing, MI 48912
Phone: (517) 702-4730, Fax: (517) 702-4736
The beautifully landscaped 100-acre park, gardens and zoo are situated along the Red Cedar River and features more than 400 animals from around the world including rhinos, red pandas, tigers, snow leopards, wolves, eagles, and more. Open all year.
Michigan Historical Museum702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915
Phone: (517) 373-3559, Fax: (517) 241-3647
Surrounding visitors with Michigan history from prehistoric times through the late-twentieth century, 26 permanent galleries on four levels include a walk-through copper mine, one-room schoolhouse, 1957 Auto Show, S&H Greenstamps Store, and more.
In Greater Lansing we make
finding great hotel accommodations easy. From charming B&B’s in unique settings to well known and conveniently located major hotel brands, we’ve got you covered!
Here are a few nearby hotels to choose from:
St. Johns Motel
(20.7 miles)
1212 N US 27
St Johns, MI 48879
Phone: (989) 224-2321 | Williamston Inn Motel
(26.6 miles)
1133 W. Grand River Ave.
Williamston , MI 48895
(517) 655-3773 | University Super 8
(27.6 miles)
2736 E. Grand River
East Lansing, MI 48823
Phone: (517) 337-1621
Fax: (517) 337-7211
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East Lansing Marriott at University Place
(27.9 miles)
300 MAC
East Lansing, MI 48823
Phone: (517) 337-4440
Fax: (517) 337-5001
| Wild Goose Inn
(27.9 miles)
512 Albert Ave.
East Lansing, MI 48823
Phone: (517) 333-3334
Fax: (517) 333-3334
| Residence Inn by Marriott
(28 miles)
1600 E. Grand River
East Lansing, MI 48823
Phone: (517) 332-7711
Fax: (517) 333-9299
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Hampton Inn - East Lansing
(28.5 miles)
2500 Coolidge Road
East Lansing, MI 48823
Phone: (517) 324-2072
Fax: (517) 324-2073
| University Quality Inn
(28.6 miles)
3121 E. Grand River Ave.
Lansing, MI 48912
Phone: (517) 351-1440
Fax: (517) 351-6220
| Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center
(28.7 miles)
55 S. Harrison Rd., Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48824-1022
Phone: (517) 432-4000
Fax: (517) 353-1872
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott
(28.7 miles)
2855 Hannah Blvd.
East Lansing, MI 48823
Phone: (517) 203-1000
Fax: (517) 203-1234
| Sleep Inn of DeWitt
(30.5 miles)
1101 Commerce Park Dr.
DeWitt, MI 48820
Phone: (517) 669-8823
Fax: (517) 669-7816
| Baymont Inn & Suites
(30.7 miles)
1055 Aaron Dr.
DeWitt, MI 48820
Phone: (517) 374-0000
Fax: (517) 316-0688
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Hampton Inn & Suites
(31.9 miles)
2200 Hampton Place
Okemos, MI 48864
(517) 349-6100
| Courtyard by Marriott-Lansing
(32 miles)
2710 Lake Lansing Rd.
Lansing, MI 48912
Phone: (517) 482-0500
Fax: (517) 482-0557
| Cozy Koi Bed and Breakfast
(35 miles)
720 Seymour St.
Lansing, MI 48906
Phone: (517) 881-5938
Fax: (517) 372-2808 |
Radisson Hotel - Lansing
(37 miles)
111 N Grand Ave.
Lansing, MI 48933
Phone: (517) 482-0188
Fax: (517) 487-6646 | Lexington Lansing Hotel
(41.3 miles)
925 S. Creyts
Lansing, MI 48917
Phone: (517) 323-7100
Fax: (517) 323-2180 |
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