Nelson Travel Guide
Muskegon
Popular places to visit
Hackley and Hume Historic Site
You can browse the exhibits at Hackley and Hume Historic Site, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Muskegon. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Michigan's Adventure
Bring the family to Michigan's Adventure and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Muskegon. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or seek out the adventure tours.
Pere Marquette Park Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Pere Marquette Park Beach during your travels in Beachwood-Bluffton?
Muskegon State Park
Enjoy a trip to Muskegon State Park and popular activities such as taking adventure tours in Muskegon. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Muskegon Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Muskegon Beach during your trip to Muskegon?
USS Silversides
You can browse the exhibits at USS Silversides, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Muskegon. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Top hotels in Nelson
Delta Hotels by Marriott Muskegon Convention Center
perfect....!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
The Weathervane Inn
The property is an older but well kept
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Grand Haven
The place was clean, rooms were spacious enough, staff were very courteous. It was very quiet
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Muskegon
Breakfast was not good. And pool and hot tub were closed.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Muskegon, MI
Great parking especially if you are handicap
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Best Western Beacon Inn
Staff was okay. The room was very nice & clean.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nelson
Nims
While Nims may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Lakeshore Bike Trail.
North Muskegon
While North Muskegon isn't home to many top sights, Frauenthal Center for the Performing Arts and USS LST 393 are some notable places to visit nearby.
Muskegon Heights
Lake views and restaurants are some things travellers note about Muskegon Heights. Check out Hackley and Hume Historic Site or USS LST 393 while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
Roosevelt Park
Roosevelt Park is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Lakeshore Bike Trail while you're in town.
Lakeside
While Lakeside isn't home to many top sights, Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Lakeshore Bike Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bluffton
If you're spending some time in Bluffton, Lake Michigan and Pere Marquette Park Beach are top sights worth seeing.
