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Popular places to visit

Sugarloaf Mountain
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sugarloaf Mountain during your travels in Marquette. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Presque Isle Park
Explore the great outdoors at Presque Isle Park, a lovely green space in Marquette. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Little Presque Isle Recreation Area
You can take time to visit Little Presque Isle Recreation Area during your travels to Marquette. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Northern Michigan University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Northern Michigan University, during your trip to Marquette. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Marquette Mountain
Hit the slopes in Marquette with a visit to Marquette Mountain. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.
UP Health System - Marquette
Though UP Health System - Marquette might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Marquette while you are here.
Founders Landing Hotel Deals

Hampton Inn Marquette/Waterfront
Very clean, spacious and outstanding staff.
Reviewed on 2 January 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Marquette
Construction next door so difficult to find entrance to property. But no noise because it's winter. Checked in late, left early. Breakfast was decent.
Reviewed on 5 January 2026

Year-round hot tub with Lake Superior views
Two families had an amazing winter stay! Questions were responded to immediately and the house was so accommodating to children and dogs which we really appreciated. The downtown felt very historic and quaint and the kids loved the children's museum!
Reviewed on 3 January 2026

Blue Harbor View with stunning Lake Superior views. Walkable city location!
The host was in good communication. The house was beautiful & clean. The kitchen was equipped well. It was a wonderful place to stay. I enjoyed the soaking tub & warm bathroom floor! I hoped to see a sunrise, alas, winter weather preferred to brew a storm. I highly recommend this host & this ...
Reviewed on 31 December 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marquette by IHG
The room was clean quiet and comfortable. I slept great after a long drive. Breakfast was nice although no coffee. I know there’s coffee in the room but I don’t use room coffee makers. Overall I was very satisfied and pleased to stay there. I will stay there again.
Reviewed on 5 January 2026

Cedar Motor Inn
Very helpful staff. Everything was as it should be.
Reviewed on 3 January 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Founders Landing

Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Lake Superior.

Shiras Hills
When in Shiras Hills, you can plan a visit to Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Marquette Mountain, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Central Marquette
Central Marquette might not have many top sights, but Marquette Regional History Center and Upper Peninsula Children's Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

East Side
If you're spending some time in East Side, Lake Superior and McCarty Cove are top sights worth seeing.

Trowbridge Park
If you're spending time in Trowbridge Park, you might enjoy its restaurants and shopping. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Superior Dome or Upper Peninsula Children's Museum.

Brookton Corners
While Brookton Corners might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Superior Dome.
Founders Landing, MI
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- Lake Superior
- Northern Michigan University
- Marquette Mountain
- Ojibwa Casino Marquette
- Superior Dome
- Sugarloaf Mountain
- Presque Isle Park
- Upper Peninsula Children's Museum
- Marquette Harbor Light
- Marquette Golf Club
- Marquette Regional History Center
- Middle Bay Beach
- Lakenenland Sculpture Park
- Little Presque Isle Recreation Area
- Da Yoopers Tourist Trap and Museum
- Johnson Lake
- McCarty Cove
- Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum
- Marquette Maritime Museum
- Dead River Beach
- DeVos Art Museum
- National Ski Hall of Fame
- Forsyth Township Ball Park
- Noquemanon North Trails Trailhead





