Top Things to do in Ingham County
Top Hotels in Ingham County
- 1. Graduate East Lansing
- 2. Hyatt Place Lansing - East
- 3. Hampton Inn & Suites East Lansing / Okemos
- 4. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Lansing, MI
- 5. Hampton Inn East Lansing
- 6. Graduate East Lansing
- 7. Radisson Hotel Lansing at the Capitol
- 8. Red Roof Inn Lansing West - MSU
- 9. Marriott East Lansing at University Place
- 10. Quality Suites Hotel
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Top 10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Ingham County, Ingham County
Discover the best top things to do in Ingham County, United States including 4-H Children's Garden, Michigan State University, Spare Time Entertainment Center, Escapology Escape Rooms Lansing, Michigan State Capitol, Patriarche Park, Michigan History Center, Impression 5 Science Center, R.E. Olds Transportation Museum, Wharton Center.
Restaurants in Ingham County
1. 4-H Children's Garden
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
Children are the focus of this garden - they even helped in the planning of the 60 small, themed gardens.
Reviewed By MarmeladeGypsy - Lansing, United States
The MSU Children's Garden is number one on my list of places to take visitors to the Lansing area -- and to just go for a lovely time in a beautiful and clever garden. Note the pizza garden (with peppers and tomatoes); the Peter Rabbit garden (with all kinds of salad items); the Alice in Wonderland maze; the Monet bridge; a xylophone you play with your feet and many other lovely spots. There are benches for sitting and it's a delightful spot for a picnic. It's adjacent to the horticulture gardens for a lovely walk.
2. Michigan State University
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 325 reviews
MSU's huge country-like campus offers a lovely setting for running, biking or just hanging out, and also has places to visit, like the Beal Botanical Gardens, Sanford Natural Area, the 70,000-capacity Spartan football stadium, an art center, planetarium and, of course, the MSU Dairy Store for ice cream.
Reviewed By brade288
Amazing Experience!! Visited the MSU campus for a college visit and absolutely everything was positive. We have been corresponding with the school for about three months as my son is an accepted student. Our first experience was with LARRY ALTERMAN. He is the recruiter in our area. From his accepted students orientation to following up to see how our visit went, Larry is a wealth of MSU knowledge. Straight forward, informative, answered every question and spoke to the students as a parent would. He is truly amazing. The day of the tour we all met at Brody Square for lunch complements of MSU. This was accompanied by a presentation an Q&A on everything MSU. After this we took the walking tour of campus with KRISTIN. She gave a well informed tour from the students perspective. Very informative and knowledgeable. Her phrases "Cool, cool" and "Let's rock and roll" will stay in our heads. She was full of energy and a terrific guide. MEGAN in the advisors office at the business school and MADDIE, a student from the advisors office were both consistent with all information from their perspectives. I kept waiting for someone to trip up and change my opinion of this whole experience but it never happened. It was an A+++ all the way through. The campus is large but manageable for a Big10 school. Almost had a small school feel. We visited academic buidlings, dorms, wellness facilities, Spartan Stadium, etc. Wear comfortable shoes and definitely dress warm in the winter. As we have been through the college experience prior with our other kids, the MSU experience was by far the most informative and stress free from all the schools we have ever dealt with. Amazing follow up from everyone which is rare these days. Definitely the best college experience ever!!
3. Spare Time Entertainment Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 47 reviews
Spare Time Entertainment Center is a family entertainment center in Lansing whose sole purpose is to make everyone's Spare Time Fun Time! Since Spare Time is family owned and operated, we believe in providing all of our guests with the best opportunity to experience fun times and create happy memories in a safe and exciting environment.
Reviewed By 911kayceer
Spartan Axe at Spare Time was a really fun date night idea!! We had a great time with our guide Marissa, she did an awesome job of explaining the rules, giving us tips and making it an enjoyable experience!!
4. Escapology Escape Rooms Lansing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 99 reviews
Lansing's original premium real life escape game experience! Located in a prime spot, up to 8 players will be challenged in this new attraction by working together to find clues, solve puzzles, and pick locks that will free them from the game room. Do you have what it takes to escape?
Reviewed By codysJ1987SX
Had a great time in the under pressure room, our host Natalie was amazing and set up a great game!!!
5. Michigan State Capitol
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 339 reviews
Designated as a National Historic Landmark in 1992, this building has served as Michigan's seat of state government since its completion in 1879.
Reviewed By Disneybus - Pittsgrove, United States
We did a self tour of this magnificent capitol. You enter on the ground floor which is very much like a basement providing little hint of the splendors above. The capitol is done with Victorian elegance and opulence. There are magnificent chandeliers, and the rotunda and inner dome are beautifully decorated with elaborate hand-painted designs, as are the walls and ceilings throughout the Capitol. As a cost saving measure almost all the wood trim appears to be walnut but most of it is inexpensive woods, carefully hand painted to mimic walnut. The impressive grandiose House of Representatives and Senate Chambers are located on the third floor and are accessible to the public. We particularly liked the glass coats-of-arms for each state in the chamber ceiling. We've toured several state capitols, and this one is certainly impressive and well represents Michigan. Of note - there is no capitol parking lot - it's all street!
6. Patriarche Park
7. Michigan History Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 221 reviews
***Due to the COVID-19 situation, the Archives of Michigan and the museums and historic sites in the Michigan History Museum System are closed to the public until further notice.*** The Michigan History Center fosters curiosity, enjoyment and inspiration rooted in Michigan's stories. Home to both the Archives of Michigan and the Michigan History Museum, the Michigan History Center offers experiences for visitors of all ages and interests. There is no admission charge for the museum on Sundays. There is no admission charge for the Archives of Michigan. The Archives are open 1:00 - 5:00 pm Monday-Friday, and 10:00 am - 4:00 pm on Saturday.
Reviewed By 350randyc - Austin, United States
One of the very best state museums in the country. We visited on a Sunday when admission is free and guests are few. Avoid during school trip visits. I recommend two hours. There is a rich history in Michigan.
8. Impression 5 Science Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 209 reviews
Interactive museum engages all five senses in the exploration, understanding and appreciation of the wonders of physical science.
Reviewed By bunnyyoop - Bluffton, United States
My 3 yr old granddaughter was invited to a birthday party here and what a great time. So much to see and touch and interact with. It’s well run and clean and full of interesting exhibits. A great place to come with the family.
9. R.E. Olds Transportation Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 165 reviews
From rare vehicles like REO, Star, Durant, and Viking to classic Oldsmobiles, buggies, bicycles, aviation endeavors, trucks and engines- enjoy the excitement of transportation history! See why we are rated one of "The Ten Best Automobile Museums in the United States" exhibiting a small collection, by Car Collector Magazine.
Reviewed By SilverFZ
A terrific way to spend a few hours if industrial history is your interest. We'll worth the admission of $7 . If you're a car buff or an engine fan this will be worth your time. Easy parking .
10. Wharton Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By CaRrOl055 - White Lake, United States
Had tickets at “Will Call.” Extremely easy to obtain tickets. No waiting. No fuss. We had handicap seating. They opened doors early for us and made sure my husband (who had a scooter) was comfortably placed. We had terrific seats. Very comfortable and excellent acoustics for a musical performance.
