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East Lansing Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

city in Ingham and Clinton counties, Michigan, United States

About East Lansing

East Lansing has a population over 46,000 and is mix of college students and well-educated affluent citizens. Downtown East Lansing is a vibrant college town opposite the country's largest single university campus. The city is the cultural and educational center of Mid-Michigan. It is just east of Lansing, Michigan's capital. The Michigan State Capitol dome can be seen from East Lansing. The city offers excellent public transportation, cultural events, and parks. East Lansing's position in Mid-Michigan makes travel to the state's other major cities convenient.

Top Attractions in East Lansing

Explore the best things to see and do in East Lansing:

  • Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum
  • Michigan State University Museum
  • Pinball Pete's
  • Potter Park Zoo

Where to Eat in East Lansing

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴AI Fusion
  • 🍴Beggar's Banquet
  • 🍴Charlie Kang's
  • 🍴Crunchy's
  • 🍴El Azteco
  • 🍴Harper's Restaurant and Brew Pub

Where to Stay in East Lansing

  • 🏨East Lansing Marriott at University Place
  • 🏨Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center
  • 🏨Residence Inn East Lansing
  • 🏨TownePlace Suites East Lansing

East Lansing Travel Guide Sections

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