I’m really excited to interview Eric Spitz of Juxtaposed Journeys about Lansing, Michigan. Eric’s tips for the best things to do in Lansing are awesome because he was born in Lansing, and although he’s traveled all over the world, the city truly feels like home to him.
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As the state capital, touring the Michigan State Capitol Building is an educational attraction. Photo by Jason Gillman on Pixabay.
Lansing, Michigan
We share a lot of resources and local suggestions in today’s podcast, but you should also check out Greater Lansing Convention & Visitors Bureau, the local visitor’s bureau. They are a wealth of information and can help you plan an itinerary based on your time, budget, and interests. Eric recommends getting the Michigan Activity Pass from your local library if you qualify. It provides free admission and discounts on attractions throughout Michigan.
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Rhino and baby at Potter Park Zoo. Photo by David Moruzzi on Unsplash.
Getting around Lansing
The local airport is Lansing Capital Regional International Airport (LAN), which is about a 15-minute drive to downtown. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Gerald R. Ford International Airport (in Grand Rapids, GRR) are also good options for more flight choices. Both are just an hour away from Lansing. Use our Expedia tool below to find flight, hotel, and rental car options.
Eric says that renting a car is the easiest way to get around town. Locals and visitors can use the CATA buses, but the hours are limited. , if you’re staying downtown, it’s still a good idea to rent a car. For the best offers, visit Avis, Budget, or Hertz.
Uber and Lyft are excellent ways to get around.
When you only need a car for a couple of hours, you can rent by the hour with Zipcar. Join now to get $25 loaded into your account.
Make sure that you visit the East Lansing Art Festival to see the paintings from local artists.
Places we talked about on the podcast
Here is a map of all of the places we talked about on the podcast episode with Eric Spitz about Lansing, Michigan. You can zoom into the map and click on each dot to explore the city.
- Red dots = best places to eat in Lansing, Michigan
- Green dots = best things to do in Lansing, Michigan
- Yellow dots = best places to stay in Lansing, Michigan
Who is Eric Spitz?
Eric is a Lansing native and former collegiate cross country and track athlete who loves to travel. Seven years ago he made the decision to combine his love for running and traveling into one goal, so he made a life goal of running a marathon in all 50 states. So far he’s crossed 16 off the list.
He has been documenting his running and traveling journeys on his blog: Juxtaposed Journeys, which transitioned into more of a podcast in 2021. On the show, he interviews different creators and entrepreneurs about their passion projects. In 2021, the podcast placed 3rd in City Pulse’s Top of the Town Contest for Best Local Podcast.
Eric thinks every person and location has something unique to offer, which is something he tries to capture in his writing, and on the podcast.
Eric with a friend at the annual Lansing Turkey Trot.
Here are a few podcasts he has been featured in along with a link to his own podcasts.
- Michigan’s Eric Spitz Trying to Run a Marathon in Every State
- Finding Contentment Through Marathons with: Eric Spitz
- Juxtaposed Journeys
Click here to download our one-page guide of Eric’s tips for Lansing.
You can connect with Eric on his website and on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
The cast-iron dome is incredible to see from inside the State Capitol Building. Photo by Bimatshu Pyakuryal on Unsplash.
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Grab food and drinks from Horrocks Farm Market, a local shop offering food, beverages, and more.
Stay tuned for our next episode
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Listen to the next episode when AJ Saunders of A.J.S. Digital Group shares the best things to do in Monaco. In this episode, AJ and I talk about watching the Monaco Grand Prix, exploring the Old Town on Le Rocher, and exotic cars in Casino Square. We hope you’ll join us when We Travel There.
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