Local Recomendations
Food scene
If you call the restaurant they will always say they are booked. I have found they usually accommodate if you just show up. No promises but the place is so good it may be worth the risk.
54 locals recommend
Boathouse Restaurant
14039 Peninsula DrIf you call the restaurant they will always say they are booked. I have found they usually accommodate if you just show up. No promises but the place is so good it may be worth the risk.
West End Tavern
12719 S W Bay Shore DrOne of our favorites
PepeNero
700 Cottageview DrBarrio
305 West Front StreetJolly Pumpkin Restaurant & Brewery
13512 Peninsula DrRed Ginger
237 E Front StArtisan Restaurant Traverse City
615 East Front StreetTaproot Cider House
300 E Front StSightseeing
Bryant Park
1101 Peninsula DrGreat beach just a few minutes from the condo
Shopping
If you like to cook at home this is a must stop! You can taste all of their unique oils and vinegars and buy the ones you like. We use so many of these in our own kitchen.
7 locals recommend
Fustini's Oils & Vinegars
141 E Front StIf you like to cook at home this is a must stop! You can taste all of their unique oils and vinegars and buy the ones you like. We use so many of these in our own kitchen.
Wineries
Great stop if your headed up the Leelanau Peninsula. My personal favorites are their dry Riesling and their red wine "Beautiful feet". they also have an outstanding Sparkling Rose.
6 locals recommend
Soul Squeeze Cellars
105 E Philip StGreat stop if your headed up the Leelanau Peninsula. My personal favorites are their dry Riesling and their red wine "Beautiful feet". they also have an outstanding Sparkling Rose.
Bonobo Winery
12011 Center RdThis place has a very intimate vibe. One of our favorites.
44 locals recommend
Bowers Harbor Vineyards
2896 Bowers Harbor RdThis place has a very intimate vibe. One of our favorites.
Mari Vineyards
8175 Center RdGreat sights and great wine!
The FRose' here is outstanding! Make sure to visit the secret garden on your way out.
58 locals recommend
Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery
3309 Blue Water RdThe FRose' here is outstanding! Make sure to visit the secret garden on your way out.
Chateau Chantal Winery and Inn
15900 Rue DevinMAWBY Vineyards and Winery
4519 Elm Valley RdFun atmosphere and great sparkling wine!
Leelanau Wine Cellars Tasting Room
5019 N West Bay Shore DrRight on the water and free tastings!
Drinks
The roof top bar is incredible! Beautiful sunset views over west bay
43 locals recommend
Hotel Indigo Traverse City
263 W Grandview PkwyThe roof top bar is incredible! Beautiful sunset views over west bay
North Bar
160 East Front StreetIf you're looking for a later scene this will do. Usually they will have live music playing.
27 locals recommend
Kilkennys Irish Public House
400 W Front StIf you're looking for a later scene this will do. Usually they will have live music playing.
City/town information
Leland
Fish town is a must see!
Elk Rapids
Great little town with shopping, beaches, and restaurants.
One of our favorite places. We always stop at Hop Lot and the VI Grille.
102 locals recommend
Suttons Bay
One of our favorite places. We always stop at Hop Lot and the VI Grille.
Glen Arbor
Hikes
This is my top recommendation in the area. The views will not disapoint
40 locals recommend
Empire Bluff Trail
Empire Bluff TrailThis is my top recommendation in the area. The views will not disapoint
Pyramid Point Trail
Basch RoadDune Climb Lot station
Pelizzari Natural Area
6852 Center Rd