Michigan Travel Destinations – Holland
Stroll the downtown heated streets and cobblestone sidewalks where over 100 specialty shops, breweries, and restaurants invite you to shop, dine, and enjoy the charming downtown. Dine along the waterfront or at a local cafe. Hike to the top of a sand dune, or climb to the top of a windmill. Explore a quaint Dutch village or a modern college campus. From local breweries to the pristine shores of Lake Michigan, Holland is the perfect one-stop destination!
Persuaded by religious oppression and economic depression, a group of 60 men, women, and children, led by Albertus C. VanRaalte, prepared for their 47-day trip from Rotterdam to New York. VanRaalte intended to purchase land in Wisconsin, but travel delays and an early winter caused the group to layover in Detroit. After hearing about available lands in west Michigan, VanRaalte decided to scout the territory. They reached their destination on February 9, 1847 on the banks of Black Lake—today’s Lake Macatawa.
Local Restaurants
DEBOER BAKKERIJ
360 Douglas Ave, Holland, MI 49424, 616-396-2253
www.deboerbakery.com
The deBoer’s have been crafting incredible artisan breads, buttery pastries, and delicious cookies in Holland, MI since immigrating from Kollum, Nederland in 1956.
NEW HOLLAND BREWING COMPANY
66 E. 8th Street, Holland, MI 49423, 616-355-6422
www.newhollandbrew.com
New Holland Brewing Company is a company located in Holland, Michigan. The company operates a brewery and distillery, located on the city’s northside, with a brewpub and restaurant, in both downtown Holland and Grand Rapids.
BOATWERKS WATERFRONT RESTAURANT
216 Van Raalte Avenue, Holland, MI 49423, 616-396-0600
www.boatwerksrestaurant.com
Located on the beautiful Lake Macatawa, Boatwerks’ rich history on the lake inspired its design reminiscent of historic boat building factories that lined the shores of Lake Macatawa. Boatwerks features New American fare, top-notch service, and stunning waterfront views from its outdoor patio and lounge and its elevated dining room seating.
SEVENTY-SIX
52 West 8th Street, Holland, MI, 49423, 616-994-8414
www.seventysixholland.com
Stylish, casual-rustic eatery offering modern & local American cuisine plus wine, cider & cocktails.
Accommodations
COUNTRY INN AND SUITES BY CARLSON
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN HOLLAND
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
Area Attractions
NELIS’ DUTCH VILLAGE
12350 James St, Holland, MI 49424, 616-396-1475
www.dutchvillage.com
Theme park celebrating the Netherlands with a wooden shoe factory, cheese-making & a petting zoo.
VELDHEER TULIP GARDENS
Holland’s only tulip farm is ablaze with acres of tulips from late April to mid-May. Veldheer farms began in 1950 when Vern Veldheer planted a couple hundred tulip bulbs as a hobby. Now, Veldheer’s plants around 5 million tulip bulbs each year!
WINDMILL ISLAND GARDENS
