Ty's Local Guide
Best Local Food
Here's my favorite list of local places to eat.
Buck's Restaurant
218 S Main StPerfect little place for a great breakfast or lunch.
Congress Pizzas
106 Main StIf you like pizza, you have to stop in here!
Sherrie's Restaurant
120 N Pansy StCute little mom n' pop place that serves great breakfasts!
Check this place out! Absolutely great Cajun creole!
30 locals recommend
Lagniappe Cajun Creole Eatery
145 Jackson Cut AlyCheck this place out! Absolutely great Cajun creole!
Sol Azteca
105 E Washington StIn the mood for Mexican? Go here!
The 906 Sports Bar & Grill
145 W Washington StThe perfect place to go for a beer and a burger!
Steinhaus
102 W Washington StNeat place for authentic German food.
Nature Lovers
Here are the best places to go for those who enjoy nature.
This is a beautiful multi-recreation park. There are picnic areas, hiking trails, beaches, a drive/walk path, and more. Park near the entrance and hike the loop - it has truly amazing views of the lake!
42 locals recommend
Presque Isle Park
Peter White DriveThis is a beautiful multi-recreation park. There are picnic areas, hiking trails, beaches, a drive/walk path, and more. Park near the entrance and hike the loop - it has truly amazing views of the lake!
This is a nice little local beach you can go to for a swim (especially if the Lake Superior waters are too cold).
Teal Lake
This is a nice little local beach you can go to for a swim (especially if the Lake Superior waters are too cold).
Shiras Park
North Lakeshore BoulevardBeautiful beaches with nice lake views!
Local History
Places to go for the history buff.
Upper Peninsula Children's Museum
123 W Baraga AvePerfect local history museum for families!
Open seasonally. This is a neat place to go to check out the local maritime history.
11 locals recommend
Marquette Maritime Museum
300 Lake Shore BlvdOpen seasonally. This is a neat place to go to check out the local maritime history.
Marquette Regional History Center
145 W Spring StSuper cool place for exploring local history!
Recreation
Places to go for healthy recreation!
RAMBA Trailhead
East Division StreetSafe place to park, pull your bike, and explore our trail network!
Wawonowin Country Club
3432 Co Rd 478Golfer? Here's a nice local course you can explore!
City advice
What to pack
Bring a Jacket!
Our winter season is often brutally cold! If you'll be here between November and March, absolutely bring a jacket, cap, and mittens!
Don't miss
Farmer's Market in Marquette
June through November we have a farmer's market every Saturday at Marquette Commons. If you find yourself in town on Saturday, definitely check it out!
Customs and culture
Know what a "Yooper" is?
Most of us are "yoopers" - an incredibly kind and friendly people! Don't be shy - the majority of us love tourists and will welcome you with open arms!
Don't miss
Watch for downtown Marquette events!
During the mid and late summer months, Marquette has tons of downtown events (check local Facebook pages for more info).