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or Marquette accommodation? Marquette in Marquette County, Michigan, the largest city located in the Upper Peninsula, is considered as one of the top ten destinations in the world. Other than the fact that it is home to the Marquette General Hospital and Northern Michigan University, another regional draw is Marquette’s natural attractions such as its mountains, snow-covered forests, beaches, rivers, lakes, natural parks and islets that are activity-filled the whole year-round.
During fall, a visit to Marquette is most enjoyed by hiking or cycling the many trails that run throughout the city for a soothing sightseeing of the brilliantly-colored surroundings. During winter, tourists may test their skiing and snowboarding skills to the test at Marquette Mountain. Marquette also attracts thousands of tourists, especially during the cold season, as it is host to nearly a dozen country skiing events such as the Noquemanon Ski Marathon and other cross-country ski races.
Because the city has several islets in Lake Superior, Marquette is also a beach area. Two popular beaches in the city are the McCarty's Cove and South Beach Park. During summer days, swarms of locals and tourists flock to the beach to cool off and have fun at the beaches, which have lifeguards stands, playgrounds, picnic areas and grills. To get a more interesting glimpse of sea life in the area, the best destination is the Marquette Underwater Preserve, which lies immediately offshore.
The most popular park in Marquette is the Presque Isle Park, a 131-hectare forested land that extends out to Lake Superior. The park has a hiking and biking trail, playgrounds, picnic areas, barbeque pits, a pavilion, and a marina. Other tourist areas in Marquette include the Lakeview Arena, Marquette Maritime Museum, the world’s largest man-made wooden dome–the Superior Dome, and the world-class Marquette Golf Club.
Marquette City also has year-round festivities that attract tourists from all over the region. Among these are the Blues Fest, Noquemanon Ski Race, Ore to Shore Bike Race, Seafood Fest, Ski Jumping and Suicide Bowl, Superior Bike Fest and the UP200 Sled Dog Race.
Shopping and dining are very convenient in Marquette with retail stores and service establishments that line the old-fashioned streets. Many hotels, inns, lodges, and breakfast and beds are also nearby the city center like the Nordic Bay Lodge, Comfort Suites Hotel, Econo Lodge Lakeside Hotel, Travelodge, Landmark Inn, Ramada and Holiday. - Browse the Marquette Map or compare Marquette accommodation from Hotels, Motels, B&Bs,
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