Petoskey Area Visitors Bureau

401 East Mitchell Street 49770

Why Choose Our Destination?

Petoskey and its neighboring Up North communities of Harbor Springs, Bay Harbor and Boyne City is the premier northern Michigan vacation destination. Among the many things to do in Petoskey are adventure sports, biking, water recreation, skiing,and outstanding golf. Our quaint shops and restaurants are the perfect places to visit when you want to warm up and relax. It’s a special kind of cold hardy grape in this special area that makes our local wineries so popular. You won’t be disappointed in the intimate tastings available in the Petoskey Wine Region. Tour several of them! Northern Michigan's premier resort area is also ideal for meetings and group functions of all types. Our combined 115,000 square feet of meeting space easily adapts to small conferences, large conventions or space for your favorite group reunion.

Distance from airport

  • Harbor Springs Airport

    6 mi. from city center

  • Pellston Regional Airport

    20 mi. from city center

  • Cherry Capital Airport/Traverse City

    65 mi. from city center


Local Attractions

Petoskey Wine Region

Recreation
The Petoskey Wine Region is made up of 14 unique wineries, located along the Little Traverse Bay and Lake Michigan coastal region. If you are planning a day trip or weekend excursion, the Petoskey Wine Region offers an excellent blend of rustic to trendy tasting rooms and vineyards that rival the wine trails of Napa Valley.

Kilwins Chocolate Kitchen

Shopping
Kilwins “Heritage” Chocolate and delicious Tuttles, Truffles & Chocolates, Caramel Apples, Caramel Corn, Brittle, and other confections are made right before your eyes! Tours are now self-guided. This means you, your family and friends get to watch the magic happen at your own pace and on your schedule. No reservations are necessary; if we’re open you can take the tour!

Lavender Hill Farm

Recreation
Lavender Hill Farm offers visitors the magical experience of being surrounded by the regal beauty and scents of purple and green waves of lavender.
7354 Horton Bay Rd, North
Boyne City, MI, US 49712

Sky Bridge Michigan

Recreation
Located at Boyne Mountain Resort in Boyne Falls, SkyBridge Michigan opened to the public in October of 2022. Known as the world’s longest timber-towered suspension bridge it is accessible by Boyne’s Hemlock Chairlift.

Gypsy Distillery

Recreation
High Five Spirits’ (Gypsy Vodka) newest addition to their locations is Gypsy Distillery located in Petoskey. This former Equestrian Center has been transformed into more distillery space, a craft cocktail tasting room, a cocktail garden, and now event spaces.

Little Traverse Bay Ferry

Recreation
This 49 passenger boat will save you the drive between Petoskey and Harbor Springs and more importantly, get you out on beautiful Little Traverse Bay! The service will run between the promenade at Petoskey’s Bayfront Park, Bay Harbor and Ford Park in Harbor Springs. Each location is within walking distance of its respective town.

Pond Hill Farm

Recreation
Visit this working farm market/winery/cafe/brewery located 5 miles north of downtown Harbor Springs on M-119. Stroll through the farm market filled with unique canned items, wines, beer, and farm-grown produce. Family fun includes enjoying lunch in the Biergarten, wine, beer & cider tasting, playground, feeding the farm animals and fish, hiking up to the vineyard overlook, large pumpkin patch, gnome house hunt, greenhouses, hayrides, miles of trails (groomed in the winter) & sledding. Tasting, wines, beer & cider by the glass, or bottle are available. Visit the website for special wine or beer-tasting dinners. Pond Hill is a terrific place to visit in all four seasons!

Odawa Casino

Recreation
Odawa Casino is the premier visitor destination in northern Michigan. Inside, guests will find 1,000 slot machines, dozens of Las Vegas-style table games, incomparable dining experiences, the best service around, and is now a smoke-free gaming experience. Become a Pure Rewards club member and instantly feel the rewards with discounts, offers, and special invitations. Odawa Casino’s dining options, Sage Restaurant and Copper Café are sure to satisfy any palate and wallet. Beverage options include the Rendezvous Lounge and Victories Entertainment. Let us host your next special event or just come relax at Odawa Hotel just minutes from the casino with a complimentary shuttle service. Odawa Casino is owned and operated by the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians. From the beautiful architectural design to the superior guest service, your visit to Odawa Casino will be one to remember.

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