This Mouthwatering Ice Cream Trail In Michigan Is All You've Ever Dreamed Of And More
Sophie Boudreau
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It’s always ice cream season in The Great Lakes State, and locals know just where to find some of the very best ice cream shops in Michigan. There is nothing like indulgent, chilly, melt-in-your mouth yumminess, and local sweet shops know just how to prepare the perfect ice cream dishes. Start working up an appetite now, because we’re about to set out to sample some of the best ice cream in the area. For an interactive map of our trail, click here.
Please note that for the sake of driving time, we’ve only included ice cream shops in the Lower Peninsula in this particular article. That said, we would love to hear your recommendations for the best U.P. creameries in the comment section! In the meantime, take a look at our picks for six of the best ice cream spots in Michigan — and prepare your taste buds for an incredible journey.
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What’s your all-time favorite ice cream flavor? Which sweet shops should we include on our next Michigan ice cream list? We’d love to hear your thoughts on the best ice cream shops in Michigan in the comment section!
Craving more sweet stuff? Check out some of the most unique desserts in Michigan on your next adventure!
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Best Ice Cream Shops In Michigan
What are the best candy shops in Michigan?
If you're in search of something sweet, you'll find that The Great Lakes State is full of surprises. Treat your taste buds with ice cream on the road trip outlined above, or swing by famous Michigan candy shops like The Dam Candy Store. Though it's small, its selections are big on flavor. You'll also love visiting Michigan chocolate shops like the Chocolate Garden, Frankenmuth Fudge Kitchen, and Sweetland Chocolates and Coffee.
Where are the best bakeries in Michigan?
Craving something sweet? Herman's Boy is a legendary local bakery, thanks in part to goodies like fudge, cupcakes, bagels, and more. Randall Bakery has served visitors for over seven decades, and it has effortlessly maintained its small town atmosphere despite the years marching on. Still craving more? You're in luck, because this state is full of bakeries and sweet shops worth checking out.
Where can I dine at themed restaurants in Michigan?
Flavor is only half the fun in Michigan. There is so much to love about local eateries and sweet shops, but ambiance admittedly plays a huge deal into each dining experience. Themed restaurants like Polish Village Cafe in Hamtramck serve up food that's excellent in an atmosphere that's almost out of this world... or at least seemingly outside of Michigan's borders.