Vacation rentals Traverse City, MI are good places to stay when you're enjoying fun Michigan day trips. Traverse City is located on the Leelanau Peninsula, which has beautiful scenery. There are several fun things to do on a day trip, including winery tours, taking a harbor cruise or visiting some of the area museums. These are all close to your Manistee vacation home.
Take a Winery Tour
The area around Traverse City is home to several wineries. Left Foot Charley has an extensive selection of some of the best regional wines. It's located on the grounds of the former Northern Michigan Asylum. Friendly servers will provide you with a good array of Pinot Blancs, Pinot Grigios and Rieslings, and hard ciders are also available. Chateau Grand Traverse is also a good winery to visit. The winery offers guided tours with free tastings. The store located at the winery has a good selection.
Go on a Cruise
There are several fun day cruising options available near Traverse City. Many cruise companies use sailboats to provide passengers with a more interactive experience. One company that offers fun sailing cruises is Nauti Cat. A 47-foot sailboat provides plenty of room for passengers. The cruise options range from romantic sunset cruises with champagne to kids' cruises with entertainment offered. Manitou Schooner offers sightseeing cruises several times a day. This ship is one of the largest schooners still in use on the Great Lakes.
Visit Some Museums
Traverse City has some fun museums to visit. The Grand traverse Heritage Center is located in a popular historic area. It's located in a former library building with exhibits related to the area's history. The Dennos Museum Center offers a mixture of Inuit art, contemporary art and historical artwork. The Great Lakes Children's Museum is a smaller museum with plenty of hands-on activities for children.
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