East Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Lansing Center
Learn about the events happening in Lansing Center during your trip to Lansing. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Michigan State Capitol
Admire the marvelous domed building that marks the seat of government in Michigan, then take a tour of the interior to learn how the state’s laws are made.
Jackson Field
Catch an event at Jackson Field during your trip to Lansing. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Potter Park Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Potter Park Zoo during your trip to Lansing? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Adado Riverfront Park
Experience the relaxed atmosphere of this tranquil part of Michigan’s historic capital city and enjoy live music on the banks of the river.
R.E. Olds Transportation Museum
Travel through the history of transportation in an engaging museum that charts the history of the REO Motor Car Company and displays some of its finest vehicles.
Activities
Awesome Scavenger Hunt: Lansing, At The Heart Of Michigan
Our pick of the best East Side Hotel Deals
Welcome Home (+ your pup) MSU 2 mi
Host was responsive, house was clean and great for families getting together. We had a great time in a homey place for less than a few motel rooms. Would return here if in the area again.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Immaculate home close to MSU, hospitals & downtown!
stayed before. Clean, close to msu, very responsive owner and a well equiped kitchen
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing
Great hotel. This was my second time there. Very convenient if you have to do business at MSU. Wonderful staff. Cozy and comfortable rooms. Cafe in the lobby is very convenient. The only thing was the smell of the cleaning products in the hallways which was strong and nauseating to me. But it did ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites East Lansing/Okemos
Very nice hotel. Clean and as expected. Good breakfast
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hyatt Place Lansing - East
Every member of staff we interacted with were very kind and helpful ! Room was clean as well.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott East Lansing University Area
Clean, friendly, great environment and breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Side
Downtown Lansing
If you're spending some time in Downtown Lansing, Michigan State Capitol and Adado Riverfront Park are top sights worth seeing.
REO Town
While there might not be top attractions in REO Town, you can explore the larger area and discover places like River Trail and R.E. Olds Transportation Museum.
Old Town Lansing
Travellers enjoy Old Town Lansing for its live music and architecture. Consider checking out The Creole Gallery while you're in the area.
Eastwood
While Eastwood may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eastwood Towne Center and Adado Riverfront Park.
Moores Park
When in Moores Park, you can plan a visit to River Trail and REO Motor Car Company / REO Clubhouse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Michigan History Museum and Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
