Greater Lansing Directions, Maps, and Parking Services

Greater Lansing is easy to navigate, especially with the following resources. View local maps, traffic updates and parking locations to ensure your visit to Lansing is efficient and stress-free.

Map of Michigan Ave Bridges Project & Detours

Michigan Avenue Bridges Project

Starting June 1, 2026, Michigan Avenue will be reduced to two lanes of traffic. This project is expected to be complete by mid-September 2026.

US-127 Rebuild Update with MDOT

Watch an update from MDOT on the significant construction happening on US-127 between I-96 and I-496. There are additional updates on other…

City of Lansing 2026 Impactful Road Construction Update - Zoom

City of Lansing's Andy Kilpatrick and Christopher Mumby provide updates on the upcoming impactful city construction projects for the 2026…

Michigan Avenue Rehabilitation

Mi Drive

View construction and traffic information from the Michigan Department of Transportation.

Directions to the Lansing Center

Coming from the NORTH:

127 South to 496 West. Take 496 West to Grand Avenue (Exit 7A). Turn right (north) on Grand Avenue. Take Grand Avenue approximately 5 blocks to the intersection of Grand Ave. and Michigan Avenue. Turn right (east) on Michigan Avenue

Coming from the EAST:

96 West to 127 North (Exit 106B). Take 127 North to 496 West. Take 496 West to Grand Avenue (Exit 7A). Turn right (north) on Grand Avenue. Take Grand Avenue approximately 5 blocks to the intersection of Grand Ave. and Michigan Avenue

Coming from the SOUTH:

127 North to 496 West. Take 496 West to Grand Avenue (Exit 7A). Turn right (north) on Grand Avenue. Take Grand Avenue approximately 5 blocks to the intersection of Grand Ave. and Michigan Avenue. Turn right (east) on Michigan Avenue

Coming from the WEST:
96 East to 496/Downtown Lansing (Exit 95). Take 496 East to Pine-Walnut Sts./Downtown Lansing (Exit 6). Take exit and go approximately 5 blocks to Grand Avenue. Turn left (north) on Grand Avenue. Take Grand Avenue approximately 5 blocks to the intersection of Grand Ave. and Michigan Avenue.

Additional Resources

Nearby Airport Proximity

Airpot Proximity Map Animated GIF

Parking Changes in Downtown Lansing

Starting July 1, 2026:

One 15-minute free parking per license plate per day when customers pay at the kiosk.
Shortened parking enforcement hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Parking is free on weekends.
The city parking system will offer the ability for guests to extend their on-street parking sessions, allowing more time to enjoy dining, shopping, entertainment, professional services, and riverfront experiences downtown. Parking rates for the first 2 hours of on-street parking stay the same. Rates only increase for each hour customers extend their parking past the original 2 hours.