Location: Muskegon
Top Things to do in Muskegon
Top 9 Free Things to do in Muskegon, Michigan (MI)
Muskegon, Michigan, built on the fur and lumber trade, is now a calm vacation spot on Lake Michigan, calling itself "The Riviera of the Midwest." Sunbathe on several beautiful beaches along Lake Michigan, including Pere Marquette Beach, a certified Great Lakes "clean beach." Muskegon State Park provides hiking and camping opportunities in the summer, and ice skating, cross-country skiing and even a luge track in the winter. The city is also home to Michigan's Adventure Amusement Park.
Restaurants in Muskegon
1. The Cheese Lady
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By MSUmindy - Shelby, United States
The Cheese Lady in Muskegon has a wonderful selection of cheeses, wines, and the accessories to present, serve, and enjoy them. The staff is well informed and helpful. COVID-19 safety procedures are closely followed and give a true sense of safe shopping. The prices are very good for a HUGE variety of excellent cheeses. It is definitely worth the stop!
2. Art Cats Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Art Cats Gallery, A West Michigan Gallery: All Hand Made All the Time! We love West Michigan and our location in the Historic and Eclectic Lakeside District of Muskegon on the shore of Muskegon Lake! Art Cats Gallery carries a fabulous selection of original paintings, prints, pottery, glass, and an amazing array of artist made jewelry. Adjacent to the studio of owner Louise Hopson.
3. Pere Marquette Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 467 reviews
Reviewed By melissadU8051XM
This is our favorite beach. Lots of parking, clean with decent bathrooms. The beach area is huge, so even when there are tons of people, you dont feel super crowded. They also have a concession stand with ice cream, hot dogs etc. Along with rentals for water gear.
4. Lakeshore Bike Trail
5. Kruse Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By J2636SNcynthiaw - Freeland, United States
Clean area, felt very safe. There is limited parking at the Beach side park (50 cars) (Not suitable for larger RVs and large trucks). If you are using the beach area, it is sandy and water shoes work the best or old tennis shoes. The boardwalk is handicap accessible and stairs to the beach. Great for getting your stroller and little one to the beach, , , but stroller not usable on sandy beach. When on the beach it states no Dogs to the Left and Dogs on leash to the Right. We went to the right and felt just fine taking our dog off leash as everyone else had their dogs off of leash, although there is more than one sign that states" dog on leash only" . All the dogs enjoyed the waves, running after balls, frizbees and just being free. . There was about a 12 foot sandy beach area to walk with the lake on one side and Dunes that went up high on the other side. We could see a big board walk up on the dunes. . The dog run beach is about 1 mile long and meets up to a another park with signs stating "No Dogs", so we turned around and went back. Another parking area in the park to the S. of the dog beach takes you to a rent-able pavilion, flush restrooms, great playscape for young children, with lots of parking. (no access to beach here). The parking area between the two different sections of this park is maybe a 1/4 mile. We had a great time at the playscape and used both the beach area and the play-cape area more than once when we were camping at the State Park.
6. Muskegon Farmer’s Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 77 reviews
We are one of the largest Farmers Market in Michigan featuring fresh produce, crafts and fine arts, Kids Power of Produce Club, teaching kitchen, entertainment and more.
Reviewed By thomashH860PG
Because of Covid, arrive early as this market gets crowded! The staff was great as they controlled the flow of shoppers. Everyone was masked for safety. There was a good selection of perennials, shrubs and flowers for sale at very fair and often inexpensive prices. We purchased fresh berries, cherries, wonderful breads and scones. We also purchased a variety of masks for our kids and grand children. The vegetables looked wonderful. There are a variety of crafts available for purchase too. Everyone was nice and welcoming. This is definitely worth a weekend visit.
7. Downtown Muskegon Public Art
8. Full Moon Diner and Saloon
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 13 reviews
9. The Lakes Mall
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 29 reviews
The Lakes Mall is located in Muskegon, MI. Shop stores such as American Eagle, Bed, Bath & Beyond, JCPenney, Sears, Victoria's Secret, Younkers, and many more specialty shops and restaurants.
