Founders Landing Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Founders Landing
Popular places to visit
Marquette Mountain
Hit the slopes in Marquette with a visit to Marquette Mountain. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.
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.
Marquette Harbor Light
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Marquette Harbor Light 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
Explore the campus of Northern Michigan University during your trip to Marquette. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Our pick of the best Founders Landing Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn Marquette/Waterfront
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 26 Jan 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 Jan 2026
Year-round hot tub with Lake Superior views
We booked a last minute stay in Marquette for two nights in this lovely historic home with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and a hot tub with a view of downtown Marquette’s famous Ore Dock! This home lacked for nothing in our opinion. The yard was covered in feet of snow but it had an incredible view. Host ...
Reviewed on 15 Jan 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 Dec 2025
Landmark Inn
Beautiful views, helpful staff!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marquette by IHG
Nice staff. Clean and warm! Hot tub was nice and hot. Exercise room was nice enough.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods 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
When in Central Marquette, you can plan a visit to Marquette Regional History Center and Upper Peninsula Children's Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
East Side
While visiting East Side, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Superior and McCarty Cove.
Trowbridge Park
Some popular features of Trowbridge Park include its restaurants and shopping. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Superior Dome or Upper Peninsula Children's Museum are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Brookton Corners
Brookton Corners might not have many top sights, but Upper Peninsula Children's Museum and Superior Dome are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
