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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Michigan State Capitol ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Michigan History Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© Michigan History Center

3. Potter Park Zoo

Category: Kids & Family Fun
© Potter Park Zoo

4. Impression 5 Science Center

Category: Kids & Family Fun
© Impression 5 Science Center

5. R.E. Olds Transportation Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© R.E. Olds Transportation Museum

6. Abrams Planetarium

Category: Kids & Family Fun
© Abrams Planetarium

7. Lansing River Trail

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Lansing River Trail

8. Minor League Baseball at Cooley Law School Stadium

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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9. Fenner Nature Center

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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10. Turner-Dodge House & Heritage Center

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© Turner-Dodge House

11. Woldumar Nature Center

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Woldumar Nature Center

12. Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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13. Zap Zone Lansing

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14. 9-11-2001 Remembrance Memorial

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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15. The Michigan Princess

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16. Lansing Community College Sculpture Walk

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Lansing Community College Sculpture Walk

17. Meridian Historical Village

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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18. MSU Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© MSU Museum

19. The State Room Restaurant

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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20. Beaumont Tower

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21. Hawk Island Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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22. Spare Time Entertainment Center

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© Spare Time Entertainment Center

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Lansing, Michigan is filled with fun and educational activities for travelers of all ages. Young visitors enjoy checking out the state capitol building, visiting the Michigan Historical Museum, and getting a hands-on science education at the Impression 5 Science Center. For adults, Lansing offers an array of art galleries, theaters, restaurants, museums, historical sites, shopping centers, and sporting events.

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