Downtown Lansing Travel Guide

Lansing

"Portrait of a Dreamer," a sculpture by Ivan Iler.
"Portrait of a Dreamer," a sculpture by Ivan Iler.
This is Michigan’s third state Capitol and it was dedicated on January 1, 1879. It was one of the first Capitol buildings constructed after the Civil War as well as one of the first to mirror the US Capitol building in style. The statue is of Governor Blair who was Michigan’s Civil War Governor.
The state Capitol of Michigan in Lansing.
Took the fam to a hockey tournament in Lansing and used the opportunity to visit the Michigan State Capitol building. Tour was free, docent was awesome, and the building is spectacularly kept circa 1840s. Take your kids!!

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Top hotels in Downtown Lansing

DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing

DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing

4 out of 5
111 N Grand Ave Lansing MI
The price is ₹9,022 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
₹9,022
₹10,195 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lansing. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (410 reviews)
Heater did not work. It was reset and it quit working in the middle of night.

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing
Courtyard by Marriott Lansing Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Lansing Downtown

3 out of 5
600 EAST MICHIGAN AVENUE Lansing MI
The price is ₹8,229 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
₹8,229
₹9,299 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lansing. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (473 reviews)
Comfortable room and friendly staff.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Lansing Downtown
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing

Graduate by Hilton East Lansing

4 out of 5
133 Evergreen Avenue East Lansing MI
The price is ₹10,159 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹10,159
₹11,480 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in East Lansing. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour health club and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,061 reviews)
Meh, it's okay, nicely appointed hotel overall and room. however, our room smelt a little dank. It could have been clearer, I one of those wackos who pay attention to detail and dust on lights and baseboards is sign that cleanliness is average. It's a higher end hotel for the area , so there should ...

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Graduate by Hilton East Lansing
SpringHill Suites by Marriott East Lansing University Area

SpringHill Suites by Marriott East Lansing University Area

2.5 out of 5
1100 Trowbridge Rd East Lansing MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹8,784 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
₹8,784
₹9,925 total
16 Apr - 17 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in East Lansing. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
The pool wasnt up and running which was TERRIBLE because that one the only request by our large group of 12 people!

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott East Lansing University Area
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Lansing, MI

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Lansing, MI

3 out of 5
6511 Centurion Dr Lansing MI
The price is ₹6,295 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
₹6,295
₹7,050 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lansing. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
The staff was nice but the phone was disconnected, the carpet didn't looked vacuumed. The pool was dirty. Breakfast was good.

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Lansing, MI
Crowne Plaza Lansing by IHG

Crowne Plaza Lansing by IHG

3.5 out of 5
925 S Creyts Rd Lansing MI
The price is ₹12,482 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
₹12,482
₹13,980 total
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lansing. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
9/10 Wonderful! (583 reviews)
The room was very clean and comfortable can’t wait to book again

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Crowne Plaza Lansing by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Lansing

Downtown Lansing MI State Capitol Building - City Skyline

Old Town Lansing

Travellers enjoy Old Town Lansing for its live music and architecture. Consider checking out The Creole Gallery while you're in the area.

Old Town Lansing
Aerial of Lansing Michigan at night

REO Town

While there might not be top attractions in REO Town, you can explore the larger area and discover places like River Trail and R.E. Olds Transportation Museum.

REO Town
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Westside

When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Michigan History Museum and Michigan State Capitol, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Westside
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Moores Park

When in Moores Park, you can plan a visit to River Trail and Michigan History Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Moores Park
Panorama of Lansing Capitol Building

East Side

While East Side may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Potter Park Zoo and Lansing Fire Station No. 8.

East Side
Panorama of Lansing Capitol Building

West Lansing

When in West Lansing, you can plan a visit to Michigan History Museum and Lansing Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West Lansing


Downtown Lansing Travel Guide