Why Traverse City?
Traverse City, The Cherry Capital of The World
If you love fresh Cherries consider attending the National Cherry Festival, an 8 day event between June and July, consider a taking a trip to Traverse City for a delicious experience! Traverse city is also considered the Napa of The Midwest, due to it's favorable cooler climate. There is a variety of wineries available, sure to peak the interest of any wine connoisseur. There are also many farm fresh and market experiences including peaches, flowers, and other handmade goods.
Ice Cream
My Favorite Ice Cream Shops in Traverse City
Moomers
A well known ice cream shop with a variety of ice cream flavors, with some seasonal offerings. Made fresh daily. There may be a long line, but it is well worth the wait.
Address:
7263 N Long Lake Rd, Traverse City, MI 49685
What I like about it:
They have a nice outdoor deck, since it is located on a dairy farm you are able to see what daily opperations of a farm look like. The ice cream is very fresh and delicious.
Kilwins
This fudge shop has many tasty treats to offer, ice cream and fudge is made fresh daily. They have other locations available throughout Michigan.
Address:
129 E Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684
What I like about it:
Kilwins is a great ice cream place, and fudge shop. Their pistashio ice cream is one of the best. They have a few locations, and if you visit Mackinac Island there is a second location available there.
Buchans-Blueberry Hill
A one-stop farm and market. They have ice cream amongst other treats, and u-pick-blueberries available.
Address:
1472 Nelson Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686
What I like about it:
It is nice to support local farms, and there is a variety of offerings available besides ice cream. Michigan is known for their blueberries, it's nice to be able to pick your own fresh berries on site.