10 Neighborhoods in Michigan That You Shouldn't Miss

July 26, 2021 Phylicia Berquist

Think you need an ocean for a beach? Think again. There are miles and miles of sandy lakefront beaches in Michigan (thanks to the four Great Lakes that border it). The west coast of Michigan has especially nice beaches—try a rental in Muskegon, Grand Haven or Saugatuck. You won’t need a car when visiting Mackinac Island. In fact, they’re not allowed—this lovely Victorian resort town is pedestrian-only.
Restaurants in Michigan

1. Poletown

Detroit, MI
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 2 reviews

Ethnic section of Detroit.

2. Rock Harbor

Isle Royale National Park, MI +1 715-856-8593 http://www.nps.gov/isro/index.htm
Excellent
66%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 74 reviews

Rock Harbor

Harbor area where boats arrive bringing visitors to Isle Royale National Park where you will find a visitors center and the Rock Harbor Lodge.

Reviewed By Steve5863 - Avon, United States

Rock Harbor is Isle Royale’s developed center of activity, the dropping-off location for most ferries to the island, and the starting point for a fantastic, wilderness adventure. At Rock Harbor, one will find a visitor center, store with basic provisions, lodge, camper cabins, two reasonable, in both quality and price, restaurants, giftshop, water taxis to other parts of the island, departure point for the MV Sandy tour boat, docks and fuel for private boats, seaplane port on the Tobin Harbor side, canoe and kayak rentals, a campground, trailheads for day hikes and backpacking excursions, and, a favorite of visitors, a resident bull moose known as Bruce the Moose.

3. Mexicantown

Located along Vernor and Bagley Streets, Detroit, MI +1 313-843-1105 http://www.mexicantown.com/
Excellent
54%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 274 reviews

Mexicantown

Mexican section of southwest Detroit.

Reviewed By 747codyc - Detroit, United States

Authentic, delicious spot for Mexican food in Detroit. There is convenient parking across the street and the food is well worth it. Their prices are also reasonable and the margaritas are great. One of my favorite local Mexican spots.

4. Kerrytown

Ashley, Depot, Division, and Ann Streets, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 +1 734-662-5008 http://kerrytown.org/
Excellent
56%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 304 reviews

Kerrytown

Ann Arbor's best shopping area is full of small boutiques and restaurants, and features a Farmers' Market on weekends.

Reviewed By debbiemE1094FZ - Windsor, Canada

Wednesday’s and Saturday’s have farmers market selling home made leather goods, home grown fruits and vegetables, organic meats, art and flowers. The people are so open and friendly it’s as though you’re in the middle of a small town rather than a major metropolis.

5. Downtown Marquette

220 W Washington St Ste 410, Marquette, MI 49855-4364 +1 906-228-6213 [email protected] http://marquettecountry.org/
Excellent
59%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 319 reviews

Downtown Marquette

Downtown Marquette.

Reviewed By luv2r0am

This town takes their Covid precautions seriously and we appreciated that. Most shoppers are wearing masks, even on the street. Which is fine with me, as it’s a crowded town. Multiple excellent craft breweries close to downtown. Getz’s is an excellent clothing store. Lots of cute boutiques. Don’t miss the spice and tea shop!

6. Heritage Hill Historic District

126 College Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-4404 +1 616-459-8950 http://www.heritagehillweb.org/
Excellent
53%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 131 reviews

Heritage Hill Historic District

Reviewed By MidwestKathM - Detroit, United States

On the Sunday morning of our recent weekend getaway, before heading back home, we decided to check out this lovely historic neighborhood where many of Grand Rapids elite of the late 19th and early 20th century built their homes! The highlight, of course, is the Frank LLoyd Wright-designed Meyer May House, which unfortunately is closed during these pandemic times. We parked nearby and walked around the house for a closer look (hope to visit when it is safe to do so). Then we walked up and down for several blocks through the neighborhood, enjoying some stunning architectural gems of many styles, including Georgian Revival, Italianate, Gothic Revival, Queen Anne, Federal, and Prairie. And the residents are friendly! We stopped to talk to a couple of them, asking about specific houses. Just take some time and enjoy the sites!!

7. Main Street

906 N Main St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-1035 +1 734-668-7112 http://www.mainstreetmotors.net/
Excellent
57%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 249 reviews

Main Street

A classic "college town" neighborhood street for strolling. Shops and restaurants line the street and offer abundant variety to meet every taste.

Reviewed By 665ruths - Scarsdale, United States

Ann Arbor is a beautiful college town with lots of interesting stores and restaurants to visit. You can easily walk around the neighborhoods without getting lost and feel safe even late at night.

8. Depot Town

Cross Street, Ypsilanti, MI +1 734-483-1035 http://www.sidetrackbarandgrill.com
Excellent
62%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 86 reviews

Depot Town

Reviewed By DrJulie628 - Ypsilanti, United States

Depot Town is a fun area in which to browse shops and/or museums (the Firehouse Museum and Hudson Museum) and eat. Depot Town offers several dining options and is great for a stroll with ice cream for dessert - especially nice in the the summer.

9. Historic Gaslight District

Mitchell, Petoskey, MI 49770 http://www.michigan.org/property/petoskey-s-historic-gaslight-district/
Excellent
66%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 374 reviews

Historic Gaslight District

Reviewed By kennethkU3585FE - Downers Grove, United States

Went to 3 above average restaurants. Very prosperous downtown, fun to walk, shops, parks. Also had a farmers' market.

10. Campus Martius Park

800 Woodward Ave corner of Michigan Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226-3580 +1 313-566-8250 http://www.campusmartiuspark.org/
Excellent
66%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 308 reviews

Campus Martius Park

Reviewed By idzilla - Frankenmuth, United States

In the heart of downtown Detroit, Campus Martius Park is a wonderful place to get into the holiday spirit. With an ice skating rink which you can access for $10 and rent skates for an additional $5. A row of shops offering holiday gifts and the centerpiece is the Cadillac Lodge, which is a giant clear beer tent adorned with leather couches, rocking chairs, wing-back chairs, high-top tables, giant Jenga games and several alcohol stations. We went on a Friday night and the entire area was bustling with people and the lodge had a DJ spinning music. Be prepared for large crowds and fun.

ThingsTodoPost © 2018 - 2024 All rights reserved.