Reasons to Visit Lansing, Michigan

Choose Lansing for Your Next Getaway

If you're looking to get away for a few days check out Greater Lansing, centrally located in the state! Let us help you plan the ideal Michigan Staycation!

Want some family-friendly fun? Make sure to pack your bathing suits and book one of the dozen hotels with indoor pools for splashtastic fun! With multiple entertainment centers, budget friendly activities and kid-approved dining, you're bound to fill your days with memory making opportunities. With the new FREE Greater Lansing Experience Pass you can find a curated list of the top attractions and unlock some great deals and discounts. No apps, just a download to your phone and you can check in and redeem those special offers.

Whether it's a girlfriend getaway, a couple's retreat or a golf escape, the choice is easy. Take your taste buds on a tour with the free Lansing Craft Beverage Pass or explore the Capitol region's new restaurant landscape with options ranging from high-end dining to casual sports bars.

If you need more reasons to visit we've curated 25 Must-Try Experiences in Greater Lansing for 2025 to get you started.

Fun. Affordable. Memorable. Authentic. Choose Lansing and plan on something Greater! Book your stay today!

Activities Worthy of a Michigan Weekend Getaway!

In Greater Lansing, visitors have plenty of activities to choose from. Swipe through our top picks for the ultimate weekend getaway!

Plan Your Michigan Staycation

Stay on budget and plan a Michigan Staycation in Greater Lansing that the family will never forget!

Top Greater Lansing, Michigan Hotels (With Pools!) for a Perfect Staycation

It’s time to pack up the family and head for a stay in Michigan’s capital region!

Top 5 Downtown Attractions

Visiting downtown Lansing? These 5 attractions are must-sees.

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Indoor Family Fun!

Greater Lansing's best boredom-busting area attractions to turn an indoor day into a memorable one.

Potter Park Zoo

Potter Park Zoo welcomes you to explore the four season zoo and check out the new baby animals.

Budget Friendly Attractions in Greater Lansing

Traveling on a dime? Greater Lansing offers attractions and activities that won't break the bank.

Combat Karting

Visit High Caliber Karting! Real life "Mario Kart", axe throwing, rage rooms, arcade and more!

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Sensory Friendly Activities

Top 10 Spots to Take the Kids to Eat in Lansing

Looking for family-friendly dining in the Lansing area? We've chosen some of our favorites for you…

Michigan State University

Visitors can find many things to see and do on campus–without having to sign up for a single class!

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Greater Lansing Craft Beverage Pass

Sip, savor and win! Download the free gamified pass to check into 15+ venues, earn points, discover…

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Old Town Shopping District

Voted one of the top places for visitors, Old Town is an urban neighborhood with a small town feel.

Lansing River Trail

The Lansing River Trail is one of Greater Lansing's best assets.

Events

Greater Lansing is known as Michigan's Festival Capital, and for good reason! Dozens of annual fairs and festivals celebrate the region's diverse culture, music and food. Check out the interactive calendar below to find the perfect event for you and start planning your getaway!

Trip Planning to Lansing, Michigan Made Easy

Hotels With Pools

When it’s time to pack up the family and head for a stay in Michigan’s capital region, you may want to look for a hotel that offers something that everyone can enjoy. safely. And what we mean, is to look for accommodations that come with a pool following safe protocols. It’s a fact that kids return from a vacation that's chock full of new adventures, yet all they remember is the pool time!