After poking around town, venture onto the 8.2-mile Lake Shore Boulevard which encircles the entire island offering sweeping lake views, a glimpse of the Mackinac Bridge (one of the longest suspension bridges in the world) and access to a variety of iconic limestone formations, such as Arch Rock, Sunset Rock and Devil's Kitchen. Fort Mackinac and a historic downtown district lined with restaurants and shops is located on the south side of the island providing a hub of activity, while the north end offers a remote respite with a nature center, hiking trails and scenic picnic areas. You can also call Mackinac Island Taxi for a lift via horse-drawn carriage, one of the destination's most popular activities. You'll arrive by ferry or airplane and explore by foot, bicycle or horseback on this vehicle-free island, which spans less than 5 square miles, the majority of which is encompassed by the Mackinac Island State Park. Travelers flock here to bask in the island's scenic beauty and peaceful atmosphere, especially in the summer months (although it is accessible year-round). If you're craving a locale to help you slow down and enjoy the simple things in life − like enjoying an ice cream cone or piece of fudge while watching the sunset − put Mackinac Island at the top of your Michigan bucket list. Download the Culture Pass for just $20 for even more discounts including free access to an array of the city’s top attractions including the Grand Rapids Art Museum, John Ball Zoo, Grand Rapids Public Museum and the Circle Theatre. If you're eager to sip as many suds as possible during your visit, book a stay at the Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown hotel whose Beer City package includes complimentary breakfast, two souvenir pint glasses and a beverage cooler. Don't miss Brewery Vivant, which gets rave reviews from both travelers and locals alike for its European-style beers, quality food and unique location inside a former funeral home chapel, complete with original woodworking and Founder's Brewing, one of the nation's largest craft brewing operations popular for its outdoor patio and in-house selection of seasonal brews.

In addition to art and history, Grand Rapids is nationally acclaimed for its craft beer scene and offers an 'ale trail' featuring 46 breweries and almost 20 distilleries, wineries and cideries in the Beer City USA region. Named for its location on the Grand River in western Michigan, this is the second-largest city in the state and home to some of its most famous museums and cultural offerings, like the Gerald Ford Presidential Museum, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park and Frank Lloyd Wright's Meyer May House.

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