Downtown Mmpire Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

Philip A. Hart Visitor Center
After visiting Philip A. Hart Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Empire. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.

Little Glen Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Little Glen Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive
Find out about the history of Empire when you spend time at Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Lime Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lime Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Pearl Lake Natural Area
You can take time to visit Pearl Lake Natural Area during your travels to Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Hartman Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hartman Lake during your travels in Empire. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Activities

MOVIE STARS NON-BUS - Andie's Leelanau Peninsula Wine Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Mmpire Hotel Deals

Empire Lakeshore Inn
Parking is right in front of your door, well lit. Heater worked perfectly, towels soft, everything clean.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Dog-friendly cottage with fenced yard, firepit, W/D, & WiFi - walkable location
The house is in a fabulous location and great year round. We have stayed there in the summer, fall, and winter. The house is functional, well-loved with eclectic decoration. It worked great for our purposes. We were used to communicating with the owner directly, so were a bit nervous when we figured ...
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Beulah
Rm had a dirty bandaid on side of jacuzzie dried scum marks in the shower. Ive stayed the there numerous times and this was by far the worst time. Paid 350 dollars for a dirty rm and only stayed one night got stuck in a snow storm second night and didnt make it back. I do not recommend, they do not ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Harbor Lights Resort
Room was clean. Room was easy to check into. My only complaint is for more pillows and an additional trash can.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Peaceful Lakefront Lodge w/ Free Pontoon & No Hidden Fees
We had a wonderful stay at Lizzie’s place. The setting on the lake is peaceful and quiet, and during our visit we were lucky to get a beautiful snowfall that made everything feel calm and cozy. The large living room windows brought in great views, and the open layout made it easy for everyone to ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Ridge Point - Walk to Glen Arbor - Pet-Friendly - Close to Sleeping Bear Dunes
Efficient and clean, pet friendly house within walking distance to downtown Glen Arbor. Communicative and accommodating hosts. I would highly recommend!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
