Old Town Lansing Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Lansing Center
Learn about the events happening in Lansing Center during your trip to Lansing. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Michigan State Capitol
Admire the marvelous domed building that marks the seat of government in Michigan, then take a tour of the interior to learn how the state’s laws are made.
Jackson Field
Catch an event at Jackson Field during your trip to Lansing. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Potter Park Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Potter Park Zoo during your trip to Lansing? You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Adado Riverfront Park
Experience the relaxed atmosphere of this tranquil part of Michigan’s historic capital city and enjoy live music on the banks of the river.
Michigan History Museum
The history of the people of Michigan is presented across five levels of exhibits at this museum that charts the story of the state from its earliest days through to the 21st century.
Top hotels in Old Town Lansing
Hyatt House Lansing University Area
"IT WAS A CLEAN ROOM AND THE BREAKFAST WAS GOOD"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Graduate by Hilton East Lansing
"The staff here is amazing especially Johnathon DeFore =). So helpful, nice and considerate all done with an amazing smile. It was later on in the evening and we needed an item for our room and they went above and beyond to assist us. Also, the valet staff rose to the top to assist us with our bags, ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Woodspring Suites East Lansing - University Area
"They charged me for extra days that I wasn't in the hotel and then had the nerve to have my card on reaccuring payments"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Lansing - East
"First and best thing about this stay, the Hotel is located blocks away from the highway. I had a room on the top floor, and it was perfectly quiet overnight. The breakfast buffet was one of the best Hotel breakfast ever. I highly recommend this place."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Best Western Okemos/East Lansing Hotel & Suites
"Friendly check in, clean room and quiet area."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
AC Hotel Lansing University Area
"Beds are super comfy and room was quiet. Staff was super helpful and polite. Definitely recommend"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Old Town Lansing
Downtown Lansing
If you're spending some time in Downtown Lansing, Michigan State Capitol and Lansing Center are top sights worth seeing.
Waverly
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Waverly. You might want to make time for a stop at Lansing Mall or Horrocks Farm Market.
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 Jackson Field.
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.
Old Everett
Though Old Everett may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Fenner Nature Center and Potter Park Zoo.
