If you find yourself with nothing to do while in Michigan, there are plenty of interesting activities and attractions to explore. From outdoor attractions to culture, sports, and entertainment, you shouldn’t ever be short of ways to relieve boredom.
Visit a casino
Gun Lake Casino in Michigan is a top destination for tourists and thrill-seekers. If you’re a resident of Grand Rapids, Lansing, or Kalamazoo, the casino is a fairly short drive away. The exciting gaming atmosphere, impressive array of games, and other forms of entertainment make the drive worthwhile. Restaurants serve different types of cuisine from continental classics to local tribal recipes. The casino is also the venue for live performances by renowned singers, bands, and comedians. If you don’t want to make such a long trip, you can always play Gun Lake Casino’s online games from the comfort of your home.
Attend a sports event
Michigan has teams in all the major sports leagues. You can attend a sports event to relieve your boredom. Depending on the season, you could watch a Detroit Tigers baseball game at Comerica Park, a Detroit Red Wings hockey game at Little Caesars Arena, or a Detroit Lions football game at Ford Field. When watching a Tigers game, the energy of the crowd is contagious. The modern design and setting of the stadium provide good views of the field from every seat. Whether you’re just attending for the experience or are a die-hard fan, watching a live sports event can be an unforgettable experience.
Visit Mackinac Island
If you enjoy outdoor activities, bike around Mackinac Island, take a horse-drawn carriage tour or walk. Over 70 miles of natural and paved trails will keep you occupied all day. The Mackinac Island State Park covers more than 80% of the island. Boating tours are available on everything from sailboats to kayaks. You can spend a day fishing or even learn how to parasail. Stay for a night and you will wake up to the sound of carriages clip-clopping along the streets.
Why do we feel bored? One of the reasons is that experiences become predictable and repetitive. Learning how to parasail or go on a sailboat can quickly relieve boredom if it’s an experience you have never had before.
Visit a Michigan winery
There are over 130 commercial wineries in Michigan, and most of them provide some of the most scenic vistas in the state. Pere Marquette Winery is a small, family-owned winery. It is situated on the western edge of Michigan, and the entire family is involved. The winery has a casual atmosphere and you can sit outside drinking the wine you buy. It specializes in high-quality distinctive wines produced in small quantities from its vineyards.
Go to John Ball Zoo
You can unblock popular games to help you relax during breaks in your work day and prevent boredom. It’s harder to prevent boredom when you have a whole lot of free time on your hands. A visit to John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids could be a fun way to spend time. It is located on its west side and is only a short drive from downtown.
Some of the animal highlights include the chimpanzee exhibit, Monkey Island, red pandas, and Tigers of the Realm. An aquarium, zipline over the waterfall, and funicular are other attractions.
