Known as Michigan’s Little Bavaria, Frankenmuth is probably the most iconic day trip destination in Michigan. You will know you have reached this city when you end up in a downtown area that looks like something from the pages of a German fairytale.
Some of the top museums in Grand Rapids include the Grand Rapids Art Museum, the Grand Rapids Public Museum, the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum, and the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum.
If you are looking for a day trip destination that includes waterfront views and a quaint downtown area, then Lexington is the best place to go in Michigan. Described as a harbor village, this small town rests on the shores of Lake Huron not far from the city of Port Huron.
For a day filled with excellent wine and even more spectacular views, consider spending time in Traverse City. While the city is most well known for its cherry farming, it also enjoys the best possible conditions for grape growing, which has led to a burgeoning wine industry.
In addition, its most famous attraction is the Soo Locks — an engineering marvel of the 19th century that revolutionized transportation through the Great Lakes. If you take a day trip to Sault Ste. Marie, you can take a boat tour through the locks to experience them for yourself.