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Trip Ideas & Itineraries

Find a collection of attractions and events that fit your distinct interests. Greater Lansing has something for every person. Whether you're a "foodie" who prefers dining at the latest restaurant or an "art aficionado" who would rather a Broadway show, you are sure to find something that fits your unique style (or styles).

The Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum

Art Aficionados

Enjoy the finest Michigan arts and theater right here in Greater Lansing. Spend an afternoon at one of the many art museums and the evening in…

Two people clinking glasses together

Drinks

Explore the bars, pubs, taverns, wineries, distilleries, and craft breweries of the Greater Lansing region and start planning your weekend…

A table full of food

For Foodies

Do you look forward to your next farm-to-table experience? Are you always making your friends wait to eat until you take a picture and tag it…

Wheelchair users getting a tour of Heritage Hall

History Buffs

History comes to life when you immerse yourself in some of the Greater Lansing region's museums, monuments, and era-themed festivals. For…

Kids looking at a Potter Park Zoo map

Kids Of Every Age

Come to Greater Lansing and bring the kids! Now is a great time to make lasting memories with your family. Greater Lansing has plenty of…

People in the swan pedal boats at the pond at Burchfield Park

Nature Lovers

Outdoor enthusiasts and couch-potatoes alike can find plenty of reasons in Greater Lansing to go out and get some fresh air. From artfully…

A couple looking at antiques

Picker's Paradise

If you love antiques, you already know that visiting a flea market or other vintage shop isn't just a typical shopping experience. Browsing…

Sparty Statue in the Fall

Spartan Fans

Planning a trip to Michigan State University? These resources make your trip planning to East Lansing a breeze. Check out restaurants, hotels…

Drone shoot of the Grand River in downtown Lansing

Top 5 Downtown Lansing Attractions

What makes visiting the Capital region so great? Lansing's walkable downtown means that within FIVE MINUTES, in a FIVE BLOCK RADIUS, you can…