
Guided Experiences
The West Michigan Lakeshore’s ‘Original’ Tour Company!
Offering private, public, and custom tours as well as event planning services that will create a lasting memory.
Our expert local Tour Guides are storytellers who add a personal touch, making each tour a unique experience!
Choose one of our public tours, and join others for a fun and informative experience. Select a private tour for just your group. Request a custom tour, step-on-guide, or event planning services and we will create an experience just for you!
Private Tours
Heritage Tour
Join one of our local Tour Guides for a guided tour of Muskegon's historic downtown. Learn about the history of Muskegon and its people while discovering local sites of interest. Sites include breathtaking Queen Anne style Victorian mansions, a historic train depot, fire barn museum, Muskegon Museum of Art, Heritage Museum of Business & Industry, the historic Frauenthal theater and many more.
Best of Muskegon
Step back in time to the Victorian Era! Tour the Queen Anne style Victorian mansions of two of Muskegon's most prominent lumber barons. Stop at the Muskegon Heritage Museum where you will experience the economic, industrial, and social history of the region. Finally, visit the LST 393 Veterans Museum and step aboard the LST. Tour the historic warship and view thousands of artifacts in the museum.
Beach Adventure
Join us as we visit a local treasure - the golden sandy shores of Muskegon's premiere Lake Michigan beach at Pere Marquette Park! Unrestricted views of Lake Michigan with over 2 miles of beautiful sandy shoreline. Take in the sights and sounds of the beach, such as beach volleyball, kite surfing, paddle boarding, kayaking, jet skiing, and boating. Go aboard a retired WWII submarine or visit the submarine museum’s exhibits.
Maritime Experience
The Port of Muskegon has experienced over 100 years of maritime activity. This rich maritime history is the focal point of this highly rated/extremely popular tour. A local guide will share the fascinating history and stories of the ships that have plied Muskegon’s waters. Visit three majestic and historic vessels and explore the captivating stories behind each. Visit the SS Milwaukee Clipper, passenger ship known as the “Queen of the Great Lakes,” the decorated WWII USS Silversides submarine, and one of two remaining LSTs, the LST 393 Veterans Museum.
Sand Dune & Winery
You will experience the Lake Michigan Sand Dunes like never before on this one-of-a-kind 40-minute dune ride on a fully accessible Dune Scooter! You can get out at Lake Michigan for a quick visit and then drive to one of the tallest dunes on the Silver Lake side for an exceptional view and an opportunity to capture breathtaking photos. Next, stop at a Michigan winery where you will sample a selection of wines that are 100% sourced from their vineyard. Taste the delicious flavor characteristics from the unique climate of west-central Michigan.
Amazing Architecture
Enjoy a guided tour to some of Muskegon's architectural gems. You will learn about Muskegon's past while viewing jaw dropping architecture such as Richardsonian Romanesque, American Romanesque, Moorish/Spanish Renaissance, Queen Ann Victorian, Gothic, Italianate, and Georgian Revival. Optionally, visit an American Romanesque style building, a towered Richardsonian, and/or a Moorish/Spanish Renaissance building. Finish the tour with an optional "Cheese 101" discussion, complete with extensive sampling.
Private and Custom Tours
The Muskegon Tour Company offers private tours to any size group. If you are looking for a unique and fun outing for your group, you can select from our public tour itineraries or request a custom experience.
Corporate Activities
Group Tours
Custom Tours
Step On Guides
Cruise Ship Shore Excursions
Muskegon Area Links
