- Our list of the best things to do in Empire, Michigan, features the top 86 nearby activities — including 54 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Empire, MI has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Food & Drink, Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, and Sights & Landmarks.
- The results below include the top 15 things to do within the city of Empire, MI , followed by 71 popular activities in nearby cities, including Traverse City, Suttons Bay, Leland, Frankfort and Glen Arbor
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The Leelanau Historical Museum contains over 13000 items in its collections and archives from throughout the county's long history. The museum hosts a variety of educational events and activities centering on local history and culture.
20.7 Miles
Fishtown is a small fishing village near Lake Michigan and Leland. Architecturally very planned and attract visitors for shops, eateries, fish processing and boating. Public restrooms and surrounding shops for unique items you would like.
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Catching salmon, steelhead and lake trout fishes with an experienced person is what Whitecap Charters Fishing offers. Comfortable boat with all latest equipments to catch fishes.
20.7 Miles
A small dockside specialty shop, Carlson's Fishery offers a variety of smoked fish and related foods, all made on the premises. Their offerings include smoked whitefish and fish sausage, an unusual local specialty.
20.7 Miles
Verterra Winery encompasses three different vineyards that host a wide variety of grapes. Their tasting room offers a wide variety of wines and ciders, and special events feature food pairings, as well.
20.7 Miles
Opened in 2004, Left Foot Charley Winery is a business that focuses on the production of red and white wines using all local ingredients. Tasting is available to sample the winery's products, including Pinot Gris, Riesling, and homemade ciders.
20.8 Miles
86%
569 votes
1200 W 11th St., Traverse City, MI 49684
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Many of Traverse City's most beautiful, historic structures are now part of The Village at Grand Traverse Commons, a shopping district in the city's heart. Many of the shops are housed in a former hospital and psychiatric asylum that have been renovated as spacious, inviting commercial venues.
20.8 Miles
92%
325 votes
13258 S.W. Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684
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Sitting on the banks of Grand Traverse Bay, the Traverse Tall Ship Company operates tours on two vessels. The Scout is a sailing vessel with overnight accommodations, and the Manitou is a 114-foot wooden tall ship that cuts a majestic figure through the Bay's cold waters.
20.8 Miles
70%
83 votes
13240 S West Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684
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A fun and educational museum with a wide variety of activities for kids, the Great Lakes Children's Museum features hands-on activities and other exhibits. It hosts parties and special events.
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The 47-acre Traverse City State Park was established with just 16 acres in 1920. The park is popular for its beach, biking, fishing, along with metal detecting because the area was originally the home of the Ottawa branch of the Algonquin Indians.