City/town information
Nestled on the shore of Lake Michigan, this beautiful harbor town features a city park at the marina, unique shops and lots of dining choices from casual to fine dining.
Soak up the sun and enjoy the fresh waters of Lake Charlevoix and Lake Michigan at any one of the 3 beaches - Ferry Beach, Depot Beach and Michigan Beach.
101 locals recommend
Charlevoix
Nestled on the shore of Lake Michigan, this beautiful harbor town features a city park at the marina, unique shops and lots of dining choices from casual to fine dining.
Soak up the sun and enjoy the fresh waters of Lake Charlevoix and Lake Michigan at any one of the 3 beaches - Ferry Beach, Depot Beach and Michigan Beach.
Places to Eat
Casual, fresh space with world famous shrimp boats. Established in 1925. $$
16 locals recommend
The Argonne House
11929 Boyne City RdCasual, fresh space with world famous shrimp boats. Established in 1925. $$
The Cantina
101 Van Pelt PlaceGreat food in a fun indoor/outdoor dining space. $ - $$
Fine dining in a historic home on Belvedere Avenue. $$ - $$$
35 locals recommend
Grey Gables Inn Restaurant
308 Belvedere AveFine dining in a historic home on Belvedere Avenue. $$ - $$$
Casual pub & restaurant with views of the harbor. Best known for their Whitefish and Chips. $ - $$
31 locals recommend
The Villager Pub
427 Bridge StCasual pub & restaurant with views of the harbor. Best known for their Whitefish and Chips. $ - $$
Channel-side dining with great views of the bridge and Lake Michigan. Planked Whitefish is a house specialty. Wonderful outdoor deck/dining area. $$ - $$$
35 locals recommend
Stafford's Weathervane Restaurant
106 Pine River LnChannel-side dining with great views of the bridge and Lake Michigan. Planked Whitefish is a house specialty. Wonderful outdoor deck/dining area. $$ - $$$
Best burgers in town using fresh, local ground beef delivered daily. Ice cream, sundaes and sodas too! $
10 locals recommend
Dairy Grille LLC
1111 Bridge StBest burgers in town using fresh, local ground beef delivered daily. Ice cream, sundaes and sodas too! $
Smoke On the Water
103 Park AveGreat casual place with awesome BBQ! $ - $$
Come by boat or by car for awesome food and drinks dockside in Ironton on Lake Charlevoix.
56 locals recommend
The Landing
10231 Ferry RdCome by boat or by car for awesome food and drinks dockside in Ironton on Lake Charlevoix.
Things to Do & Sightseeing Beyond Charlevoix
Explore and enjoy the surrounding areas.
Mackinaw City – Treasures from the past come to life at this 18th-century
fort and fur trading village, reconstructed based on historic maps and more than 60 years of
archaeological digs. A personal favorite great for all ages.
www.mackinacparks.com/parks-and-attractions/colonial-michilimackinac/
22 locals recommend
Fort Michilimackinac
800 W Straits AveMackinaw City – Treasures from the past come to life at this 18th-century
fort and fur trading village, reconstructed based on historic maps and more than 60 years of
archaeological digs. A personal favorite great for all ages.
www.mackinacparks.com/parks-and-attractions/colonial-michilimackinac/
This “Castle of the Straights” is a true gem of the Great Lakes
www.mackinacparks.com/parks-and-attractions/old-mackinac-point-lighthouse/
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
526 N Huron AveThis “Castle of the Straights” is a true gem of the Great Lakes
www.mackinacparks.com/parks-and-attractions/old-mackinac-point-lighthouse/
Where science, history and art connect. Great for younger
families
www.miravenhill.org
12 locals recommend
Raven Hill Discovery Center
4737 Fuller RdWhere science, history and art connect. Great for younger
families
www.miravenhill.org
Great indoor waterpark with slides, pools and a lazy river. Fun for all ages!
www.avalanchebay.com
35 locals recommend
Avalanche Bay Indoor Waterpark
1 Boyne Mountain RdGreat indoor waterpark with slides, pools and a lazy river. Fun for all ages!
www.avalanchebay.com
Legendary adventure golf. Great for all ages.
www.piratescove.net/locations/michigan/petoskey
10 locals recommend
Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
1230 U.S. 31 NLegendary adventure golf. Great for all ages.
www.piratescove.net/locations/michigan/petoskey
Things to Do & Sightseeing in Charlevoix
Visit the Harsha House Museum and experience the charm of this Victorian Home and learn about Charlevoix's past.
www.chxhistory.com/harsha-house-museum
9 locals recommend
Charlevoix Historical Society
103 State StVisit the Harsha House Museum and experience the charm of this Victorian Home and learn about Charlevoix's past.
www.chxhistory.com/harsha-house-museum