Michigan is home to Motor City, Motown, and more beaches than the Atlantic coast. Although often associated with industrial decline, the state's natural beauty and historic sites remain prime attractions. Heavily forested, lapped by the waters of four out of five Great Lakes, and reveling in old-fashioned fun, Michigan is a prime touring destination in the American Midwest.
Detroit's rough edges are an appealing draw for the right visitor. Tour the Motown Museum, the Henry Ford Museum, and the Detroit Zoo; then head downtown for an evening of live entertainment.
Michigan's vast unspoiled areas are leading destinations for fishing, hunting, hiking, camping and boating. Isle Royale National Park, void of cars and roads, is a premier spot to explore the pristine wilderness.
Mackinac, designated car-free since 1898, looks right out of a Victorian age postcard. Rent a bike for one of America's top scenic rides.
Recreational eating in Michigan isn't limited to the State Fair. Agriculture and tourism are the state's second and third largest industries, and the state government promotes wineries and family farms being open to the public.
A distilled version of rural lower Michigan, the Upper Peninsula is a paradise for the unhurried road tripper. Two-lane wooded roads and an old-world vibe provide the perfect driving atmosphere.
