Top Things to do in Kalamazoo County
Top Hotels in Kalamazoo County
- 1. Homewood Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo-Portage
- 2. Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center
- 3. Hampton Inn Kalamazoo
- 4. Hampton Inn & Suites Kalamazoo-Oshtemo
- 5. Red Roof Inn Kalamazoo West Western Michigan U
- 6. Hilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo Downtown
- 7. Best Western Plus Kalamazoo Suites
- 8. Comfort Inn Wings Stadium
- 9. Sleep Inn & Suites
- 10. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Kalamazoo, MI
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The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Kalamazoo County, Kalamazoo County
Discover the best top things to do in Kalamazoo County, United States including Farmers Alley Theatre, Bell's Comstock Brewery, Kalamazoo Farmers Market, Kalamazoo Nature Center, Kalamazoo Valley Museum, Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, Air Zoo, Gull Meadow Farms, Markin Glen County Park, W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary.
Restaurants in Kalamazoo County
1. Farmers Alley Theatre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
2. Bell's Comstock Brewery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 259 reviews
The Comstock Brewery is home to our 200-barrel system and 50-barrel system, where beers like Oberon and Two Hearted are produced. The "Brew Gallery" was designed with visitors in mind and is just a short 12-minute drive from Bell's original brewery and Eccentric Cafe located in downtown Kalamazoo. Each tour does include 2 oz. samples. Visit our website for updates on specialty tour options and to reserve your spot on one of our tours.
Reviewed By AngieFleet - Spring Lake, United States
We had such a great time touring the Behind The Scenes tour at Bell’s Brewery! Very interesting and our guide Robin was so wonderful and knowledgeable.
3. Kalamazoo Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 68 reviews
Kalamazoo's original farmers market featuring over 100 vendors weekly. The Kalamazoo Farmers Markets mission is to connect customers and market businesses through honest relationships & support community and local economies through a thriving market culture. Everyone is welcome. We accept SNAP benefits, Double Up Food Bucks, WIC Project FRESH and Senior Market FRESH coupons.
Reviewed By 435randyd - Kalamazoo, United States
We look forward to the fresh locally produced produce at the Farmer's Market. Unlike in some communities where there are perhaps a dozen farmers or less offering wares, the Banks Street Market has dozens, plus an assortment of artisans offering a variety of items and foods locally produced. The market is a thriving, busy and, crowded area on Saturday mornings. Most of the vendors are repeat vendors from year to year and it is easy to form informal friendships and customer relationships with them.
4. Kalamazoo Nature Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 164 reviews
Reviewed By ChrisL872 - Niles, United States
We were blessed with a beautiful fall day to get introduced to this wonderful site. A large variety of trails (would recommend #6) and the trails are well maintained and even the ones classified as difficult can be hiked with a bit of determination. The visitor center is also worth visiting, especially if you have children with you. The gift shop is quite good, especially the selection of books. Do considered visiting both sides of the center. The other side is more rustic, but one section along the wetlands has magnificent hardwood trees that reach to the sky. Only recommendation is that you watch the map carefully as sometimes it seems the signage along the trails don't match exactly with the map. Bring a compass to help. There is an admission, but the price is well worth the experience you'll discover.
5. Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 309 reviews
The Kalamazoo Valley Museum features exhibits on science, technology and the history of Southwest Michigan. The Museum is currently open limited hours with registration. Please visit our website for more information and to register.
Reviewed By monicah149
How many places are FREE anymore? This place has something for everyone in the family - history, hands-on activities for the kids, rotating exhibits to always bring you back, and a planetarium. Every time we go, we discover something new. A favorite place for our multi-generational family
6. Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 179 reviews
A visual arts museum with 11 galleries featuring 3-4 loaned exhibitions and permanent collection galleries focused on American art. Free and family programming includes a first-Friday Art Hop, monthly Art Detectives gathering on the 2nd Saturday of the month; and a Friday Teen Night. A family gallery offers hands-on fun for children 2 and up, with a black light corner, book nook, mechanical drawing "robots", pegboard art-making, a drawing walli, even a n antique communication device: a typewriter!
Reviewed By 642katey
11 years ago, I had a first date at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. We had an amazing time and long story short, are about to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary and the 2nd and 8th birthdays of our children. It is a gorgeous facility. The exhibits are always excellently curated and thought-provoking. They offer fantastic programming for all audiences including children and families. We also LOVE the annual Art Sale in December. It is the perfect spot to find unique gifts. We are so lucky to have such an gem located right here in the heart of our community.
7. Air Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 591 reviews
From rare and historic to inspiring artwork and exhibits, there's always something new to discover at the Air Zoo. The Air Zoo is a world-class, Smithsonian-affiliated aerospace and science museum with over 100 air and space artifacts, inspiring interactive exhibits, full-motion flight simulators, indoor amusement park rides, a theater and over 100 education programs! Spend the day exploring aviation, engineering, science, technology, math and art in both of the exciting and unique Flight Centers. Make sure to take the shuttle to the Flight Discovery Center where visitors have the opportunity to climb in training cockpits, geek out over the intricacies of aerospace technology and engines, and see a nationally recognized restoration program! Volunteers are busy, 7 days a week, restoring two WWII aircraft recovered from the bottom Lake Michigan. It's a must see! Both centers are included in admission and are open 360+ days a year. Come imagine, explore and discover at the Air Zoo!
Reviewed By peabodo
In a nutshell: - Entertainment for all ages - 2 hour minimum, 4 hours better. Aviation/ history fanatics could easily spend a whole day here - Check if guided tours are available, and check out interactive exhibits like the movie theater and virtual reality - There is a restoration center, in addition to main building exhibits We were two adults with limited time, so we did not get to see everything. A kind gentleman offered us a tour, which we will definitely take advantage of next time. We were very impressed with what we did have time for, and will definitely be back to see more! Aesthetically, the museum is gorgeous! Every wall surface is painted with beautiful murals. The exhibits are easy to follow and read, and everything is spotlessly clean. You are able to get right up close to all the planes and see them from all angles. You can basically run through the exhibits from the early days of aviation all the way up to modern times, with a heavy emphasis on WW2 (please don't ever change that!). There are a number of detailed exhibits that discuss women and African Americans in aviation also, which was much appreciated! We stopped to see the ten minute movie about the Kalamazoo Gal, and next time hopefully will be able to see the longer film! There are amusement rides for small children, and also what looked like virtual reality or flight simulators. We are so glad we stopped in, even just briefly, and will definitely be back! Thank you to all the kind staff; we look forward to our next visit! Keep up all the great work!
8. Gull Meadow Farms
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By melanies2018 - Richland, United States
This is a fall tradition for our family. Great options for all ages, but definitely for the younger ones! Mazes, jumping, climbing, animals to pet. if you get a chance to watch the pig racing, it's a lot of fun! The guys who host make it very entertaining! Tractor rides, apple cannons, apple picking, etc. Could easily spend an entire afternoon here.
9. Markin Glen County Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By yogamoe
Great campground, very clean and it is nice to be able to walk around lake. It is close to everything in Kalamazoo.
10. W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary was founded in 1927 and is an important stopover for migrating birds, especially waterfowl. The Sanctuary has 180 acres of trails, fields, forests, and lake habitat, and hosts many programs and events throughout the year. The W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary’s mission is to conserve native habitat for migratory and resident birds and through research, education, and outreach help people gain environmental awareness about our past, present and future.
Reviewed By 854kayg - Swartz Creek, United States
We went in the morning so it was still chilly we only saw the pond because it was so cold that morning but I loved feeding the swans and geese and ducks there is a trail that takes you to see more birds 1 dollar for a bucket of corn to feed the birds really a good deal 5 dollars for admission per person definitely worth it .plan on coming back when warmer when we can actually enjoy the walk to see the animals.
