Kalamazoo: Stay-cation Guide

Kalamazoo Area

South | Includes Augusta, Hartford, Hickory Corners, Kalamazoo, Portage

A city rich with creative culture, where our sense of adventure extends from the outdoors onto your plate. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a self-proclaimed foodie or love the downtown scene, one might argue that any time is the best time to discover Kalamazoo.

Things to Do

  • Air Zoo: The Air Zoo is a highly charged, multi-sensory atmosphere that goes beyond anything you’ve ever seen. Experience the story of aviation.
  • Four Winds Hartford: Feel your pulse quicken as you enter Four Winds Hartford and step onto our 52,000 square foot gaming floor. 
  • Kalamazoo Institute of Arts: The KIA holds more than 4,700 fine artworks in its permanent collection, and presents touring and collection exhibitions in 10 galleries.
  • Kalamazoo Valley Museum: The Kalamazoo Valley Museum features exhibits on science, technology, and the history of Southwest Michigan. Free general admission.
  • West Michigan Beer Tours: West Michigan Beer Tours offers both public and private bus tours to Michigan breweries, from the big boys who distribute around the country to the small town brewpub.
  • WK Kellogg Bird Sanctuary: A unique wildlife center located in Southwest Michigan offering conservation-focused public programs, interpretive tours, and accessible trails that allow close views of captive and wild birds.
  • WK Kellogg Manor House: Enjoy walking trails, swimming, boating, and so much more. Extend your visit by lodging in one of our many accommodations.
  • Waldo Wright’s Flying Service: Waldo Wright’s Flying Service offers a variety of vintage biplane experiences.
  • Wings West: We are proud to be the home of a number of amazing groups focused on ice sporting events and also the perfect venue for skating with your friends and family.

Where to Eat/Drink

  • Lawton Ridge Winery: While we make a variety of wines, we strive for well balanced, food-friendly wines ranging from elegant, dry reds to dessert wines, many of which have won awards. 

  • Principle Food & Drink

    : Principle Food & Drink will provide its guests with fresh, thoughtfully sourced food cooked from scratch, and a creative bar program to provide the very best in seasonal eating and craft cocktails.

  • Saugatuck Brewing Co Kalamazoo

    : We are dedicated to the entire experience of craft; from our creative food menu to our unique beers.

Places to Stay

  • Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center: Centrally located between Detroit & Chicago in the heart of downtown Kalamazoo with shopping, restaurants, theaters, and museums within steps, the Radisson is the epitome of distinction. Exceptional service with 340 guest rooms, onsite restaurants, and retail outlets make the Radisson an ideal venue for your next visit.
  • Stuart Avenue Inn B&B: The inn features eight guest rooms with private baths and abundant guest space, free WiFi, and off-street parking. Homemade sweet and savory breakfasts served daily.
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