Area Attractions   If you'd like a break from relaxing on our beaches, there are plenty of other activities available in Traverse City. Visit some of our many art galleries. Take in a museum. Play mini-golf or drive a go-kart on a race track. Ride a restored antique carousel inside a shopping mall. Stroll though our vibrant downtown shopping district. There's no end to the action in Traverse City! Be sure to explore the many options in the menu at the top of this page - golf, wineries, beaches, outdoor activities, arts and more! Shopping is a delight in historic downtown Traverse City, or at one of our modern malls, or in any of the picturesque surrounding towns. Restaurants cover all the bases in Traverse City, including delicious local dishes, international cuisine, seafood, steaks, burgers and more. Gaming & Casinos delivers excitement at either of our casinos, both operated by the Grand Traverse Band of Ottaway and Chippewa Indians. is loads of fun no matter which watercraft you choose, but a ride in a tall ship adds a spicy dose of history. Sleeping Bear Dunes  National Lakeshore, one of Michigan's natural gems, features huge sand dunes and miles of beautiful shoreline. Our Events can help you discover what's happening during your visit.   Visit the Traverse City Convention & Visitors Bureau Website for more info.