Marquette (Michigan)

Marquette is a city in the Upper Peninsula (U.P.) of the state of Michigan.

An introduction to Marquette (Michigan)

Whenever talking to a Marquette resident, you'll eventually hear reference to "the Lake". This nearly always means Lake Superior. Other, smaller lakes nearby and elsewhere in the U.P. are referred to by their names, e.g., Silver Lake, Teal Lake.

Marquette is a university town, and shares some sensibilities with other college towns around the nation. This also means that many, although by no means all, of the young adults are university students.

Travel to Marquette (Michigan)

By Plane

• Sawyer International Airport IATA Flight Code: MQT ☎ +1-906-346-3308 - Sawyer_International_Airport A former U.S. Air Force base converted to civilian use. Direct connecting Flights from Chicago, Detroit, and Minneapolis.

Travel on a Bus in Marquette (Michigan)

It is feasible to take the Greyhound into Marquette.

By car

If you drive up from the Lower Peninsula, take US-2 along the southern shore of the U.P. for a scenic drive. With a few local exceptions, all highways in the U.P. are 2-lane. Passing lanes have been added along US-2 and Monday - 28, to help traffic flow.

Driving in the Upper Peninsula during winter can be treacherous, but the county crews do a good job of clearing, salting, and sanding the major roadways, as do the crews in Marquette. Side streets can be very slippery if snow-covered.

Get Around

Marquette Harbor Lighthouse - Marquette Harbor Lighthouse Front Street (Marquette, Michigan) - Front Street

By car

For the most part one would want to take a car, especially in winter when snow or ice covers everything.

How to travel around Marquette (Michigan) on a bicycle ?

In the summer you can rent bicycles from some of the local bike shops. Marquette has several bike paths, one of which runs alongside the lake from Presque Isle Park to the intersection of Monday - 28 and US-41. Biking on Monday - 28. Additionally and the back roads around town are rather pleasant and the traffic isn't too harsh.

• Lakeshore Bikes 505 North Lakeshore Blvd ☎ +1 906 228-7547 has bike rentals available.

Travel on a Bus in Marquette (Michigan)

There is also county-wide bus service, which runs a few fixed routes and also offers door to door service.

What to See

[[2009-0618-UP002-MarquetteStPeters - St. Peters Gothic Church Upper Peninsula Company Building 2009 - Upper Peninsula Company Building [[2009-0618-UP-MarquetteCtyCourthouse - Marquette City Courthouse

• Beaumier Heritage Center - Gries Hall, 7th Street and Lee Dr
• DeVos Art Museum - Tracy & 7th Street
• Marquette Maritime Museum - next to the Coast Guard station - Tour the lighthouse while you're here. You must make an appointment beforehand.

• Marquette Regional History Center - 145 W. Spring Street ☎ +1-906-226-3571 Opening Hours: Monday - T,Thursday - Friday 10AM Monday - 5PM West 10AM Monday - 8PM Saturday 10AM Monday - 3PM
• Lake Superior - You can view the lake at many spots around Marquette's east side.

• Iron ore boats in the Upper Harbor are a sight to behold; you can see them docked at the Upper Harbor ore dock, next to Presque Isle Park during the upper Great Lakes shipping season.
• Fall colors: In September and October and the forests are filled with a variety of reds, yellows and oranges as the maple, birch, aspen, and other leafed trees get ready for winter.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Marquette (Michigan)

Outdoors

• The UP 200 - sled dog race - ☎ +1 906-228-3072 or +1 906-362-3785 - Every winter this race is held at the start is immediately followed by fireworks off of the dock in downtown.

• Paddling Michigan - ☎ +1-877-228-5447 offers kayak outings around the U.P., including trips to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.

Skiing

• Marquette Mountain - 46.508, -87.42 - Marquette Mountain Marquette-ski1 offers several runs for alpine skiing, just south of Marquette's city limits.

• The Noquemanon Trail - Cross Country Ski Race - This race goes from Ishpeming to Marquette.

Take a Hiking Tour in Marquette (Michigan)

Hiking opportunities are abundant, with many hikes heading up the big hills in the area that overlook the lake. One can hike up Sugarloaf Mountain or Hogback Mountain and then hike back down to the Lake for a relaxing lounge on the beach. For additional trails, not yet listed here, see City of Marquette's list public trails on its website].

• Sugarloaf Mountain - This is a good, short hike north of town. Two routes are maintained: one route is a steeper climb, and the other ascends more gradually. Both routes include staircases over rock outcroppings, especially near the summit. The view from the top is spectacular - a great photo spot. Also one of the best places for autumn foliage viewing.

• Presque Isle Park - A city-owned area with boat slips, picnic areas, trails, a sheltered pavilion, and a refreshment shop. Presque Isle Park is flanked by the Upper Harbor to the south, and by Lake Superior to the east and north, and northwest. It's a city park but feels much bigger. The trail around the perimeter of the island meanders through the woods, occasionally popping out for breathtaking views of cliffs and the lake. Presque Isle Park is found by following Lake Shore Drive northward, just past the north harbor ore dock. The refreshment shop is closed in the winter, as is the one-lane, one-way road around the "Island," as the park is known locally, but remains open to snow-showing, cross-country skiing, and hiking in the winter months.

Biking

Marquette has challenging trails for freeride mountain biking.

• Follow the bike path from Presque Isle Park, all the way to south Marquette. This path was added within the last 10 years or so, and has become very popular. Just be prepared to share it with pedestrians and the occasional rollerblader.

• Oar to Shore - mountain bike race - In the summer, Marquette is host to the Ore to Shore mountain bike race.

For good riding advice, stop by Lakeshore Bikes or the Quick Stop Bike Shop. Guys at both shops are avid riders and will be happy to point you in the right direction.

Fishing

You can fish Lake Superior and the inland lakes, and many creeks and streams. Licensing, minimum length of caught fish, and fish limits are regulated by the Michigan DNR, which publishes a fishing guide [https://,4570,7-153-10364_63235-274824--,00.html.

• Uncle Ducky's Charter Fishing - 434 East Prospect Street ☎ +1-877-228-5447 - Fishing trips on Lake Superior. Otherwise you can fish off of the breakwall downtown, which is accessible from the Coast Guard station off of Lakeshore Drive (just north of downtown), or one of the inland lakes and streams.

Festivals

• Hiawatha Traditional American Music Festival |
• Art on the Rocks - An outdoor art show.

• Annual Fourth of July fest at Ellwood Mattson Lower Harbor Park, just steps from downtown. Also the site for fireworks.

Indoors

Bad weather? Had enough of the outdoors? Check out these alternatives.

• Northern Michigan University sporting events - Northern Michigan University (aka, 'Northern' or 'NMU') has a good hockey team and it's worth going to the games. NMU is also home to the Superior Dome, one of the largest wooden domes in the world and host to NMU football and indoor track

Shopping

Marquette's downtown offers plenty of shopping, with many one of a kind shops and local offerings. Regional and national chain stores can be found at the Marquette Mall and the Westwood Mall, along US-41 west.

• Thill's Fish House | ☎ +1-906-226-9851 - Fresh fish on the lakeshore near downtown

• Silver Crow | South Front St. - Jewelry and gifts

• Wattson & Wattson | Opening from Monday to Saturday 10AM Monday - 6PM, Sunday noon-4PM U.P. Gold jewelry

• Getz's - 218 S. Front Street ☎ +1-800-746-7438 - This store carries outwear, men's and women's fashions.

• Upper Peninsula Supply Co. - UP Supply Co. | 221 West Washington St. ☎ +1 906 273-2848

Halal Food

A local specialty is Cudighi Sausage. It is a hard to find (in the U.S.), northern Italian sausage. Many restaurants in Michigan's Upper Peninsula serve this Sausages and it's definitely worth trying.

• Lawry's Pasty Shop - just outside of Marquette on US-41 west ☎ +1 906 226-5040

• Jean Kay's Pasties - 1635 Presque Isle ☎ +1 906-228-5310

• Babycakes Muffin Factory - 223 West Washington Street ☎ +1 906 226-7744

• Huron Mountain Bakery 1301 South Front Street ☎ +1 906 255-1301
• The Vierling Restaurant and Marquette Harbor Brewery - No. 119 South Front ☎ +1 906-228-3533

• Hudson's Classic Grill - 2433 U.S. 41 West Marquette ☎ +1 906 225-5119

• (Thai) House - 1031 North 3rd Street ☎ +1 906 225-5946 - This restaurant serves over 150 traditional (Thai) dishes and has a nice atmosphere.

• The Rice Paddy - Traditional (Thai) cooked while you wait.

• Portside Inn - 239 W. Washington Street
• Donker's - 137 West Washington St. ☎ +1 906 226-6110 - Marquette's Candies store for decades, but you can obtain lunch and dinner, too. Leave room for a soda or sundae at the fountain.

• Vango's - 927 North Third Street - Serves Pizzas, Greek salads, and more

• Border Grill - 2433 U.S. 41 West ☎ +1 906 225-5119

• Togo's Submarine Sandwich Shop - 1000 N. Third Street ☎ +1 906 226-6535

• Elizabeth's Chop House - 113 S. Front Street ☎ +1 906 228-0900

• The Doghouse - Located downtown and has 10 TVs. It is owned by a former NMU Rugby player and many rugby players frequent the bar, however it is still popular amongst all students.

• Remi's Cafe Third Street just south of Washington, downtown

• The Landmark Inn - has a bar downstairs. Also check out the North Star lounge upstairs - It's got the highest of view of Lake Superior and downtown Marquette.

• Ore Dock Company is a craft brewery that opened in May 2012. Great soft drinks and often concerts, 114 West Spring St.

• Blackrocks Brewery | 424 North 3rd St, Marquette, MI, 49855 ☎ +1 906 273-1333 Opening Hours: Monday 4PM Monday - 11PM, Tue-Sun 12PM Monday - 11PM A cozy pub serving their own brews

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• Tourist Park Campground - 2145 Sugarloaf Ave ☎ +1 906-228-0465 (May to October), +1 906-228-0490 (October to May) A location for campers to pitch their tent or park their RV.

• Blueberry Ridge Bed and Breakfast - 193 Oakridge Drive ☎ +1 906-251-0219
• Holiday Inn Marquette - 1951 US-41 WestAbout 4 miles from Downtown Marquette ☎ +1-800-315-2621
• Comfort Suites Marquette Hotel ☎ +1 906 228-0028 +1 906 228-3893 - 2463 US 41 West. 60 suites, including five Whirlpool Suites and two Two-room Executive Suites. Corporate and banquet facilities available.

• Country Inn & Suites - 2472 US Highway 41 W. Wednesday are on the North side of US 41, roughly 3 miles from Downtown Marquette ☎ +1 906 225-1300 Check-in: 3 PM / Check-out: noon Featuring 84 rooms including Whirlpool Suites, Studio Suites, Family Suites, and an Extended Stay Suite. Complimentary continental breakfast. Indoor pool, whirlpool and fitness room. Free wired and wireless internet access. Twenty-four hour business center with printer.

• The Landmark Inn - 230 N. Front Street on Front Street at Ridge ☎ +1 906 228-2580 +1-888-752-6362 The historic Landmark Inn has been fully restored to its original beauty. The decor is inspired by European elegance, as reflected in 62 individually designed guest rooms (many with Jacuzzis, fireplaces and views of Lake Superior and of Marquette). The hotel is 100% smoke-free.

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