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31 Best and Fun Things To Do In Flint, Michigan


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This sizable city in Genesee County has a rich history in the manufacturing industry, and is known as the birthplace of General Motors.

Today, Flint is home to many historical landmarks and cultural attractions, including the Flint Institute of Arts and Sloan Museum of Discovery.

The city is also famous for its local food scene with its many unique restaurants serving dishes inspired by international flavors, including Mexican, Greek, and Asian Fusion.

Another thing to do here is visit one of the many parks and nature areas that offer scenic hiking and biking trails, fishing, swimming, and more.

Looking for more ideas? See the list below for a comprehensive guide on what to do here during your stay

The 31 Most Popular Things To Do In Flint, Michigan

31. Historic Saginaw Street

4.0 ★★★★☆ (1 review)

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Location: 100 106 W 2nd Street Flint MI

30. Flint Park Lake

3.4 ★★★☆☆ (9 reviews)

29. Thread Lake

4.1 ★★★★☆ (15 reviews)

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28. Genesee County Historical Society

4.4 ★★★★☆ (23 reviews)

Location: 316 W Water Street Flint MI

Tel:  810 410 4605

Web Address:   http://geneseehistory.org/

27. Stockton Center at Spring Grove

4.5 ★★★★★ (25 reviews)

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Location: Spring Grove 720 Ann Arbor Street Flint MI

Tel:  810 882 1681

Web Address:   http://stocktonhousemuseum.com/

26. Riverbank Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ (33 reviews)

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Location: 100 Saginaw Street Flint MI

Web Address:   https://tclf.org/landscapes/riverbank-park

25. Sloan Museum Archives

4.7 ★★★★★ (34 reviews)

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Location: 1221 E Kearsley Street Flint MI

Tel:  810 237 3421

Web Address:   http://sloanlongway.org/research/

24. Whaley House Museum

4.8 ★★★★★ (40 reviews)

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Location: 624 E Kearsley Street Flint MI

Tel:  810 471 4714

Web Address:   http://whaleyhouse.com/

23. Buckham Gallery

4.5 ★★★★★ (42 reviews)

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Location: 121 W 2nd Street Flint MI

Tel:  810 239 6233

Web Address:   http://buckhamgallery.org/

22. Mott Park Recreation Area

4.4 ★★★★☆ (43 reviews)

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Location: 2701 Nolen Dr Flint MI

Web Address:   http://mpraa.net/

21. C S Mott Lake

4.5 ★★★★★ (48 reviews)

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20. Richfield County Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (146 reviews)

Location: 6322 N Irish Road Davison MI

Tel:  810 736 7100

Web Address:   http://geneseecountyparks.org/explore/richfield-county-park-bmx-track/

19. Mott Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (250 reviews)

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Location: 2402 Nolen Dr Flint MI

Web Address:   http://cityofflint.com/

18. Kelly Lake Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ (257 reviews)

Location: 4345 Lapeer Road Burton MI

Tel:  810 743 1500

Web Address:   http://burtonmi.gov/departments/parks_and_recreation/index.php

17. Bluebell Beach

4.2 ★★★★☆ (271 reviews)

Location: 5500 N Bray Road Flint MI

Tel:  810 736 7100

Web Address:   http://geneseecountyparks.org/

16. Physicians Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (290 reviews)

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Location: 218 Reid Road Grand Blanc MI

Tel:  810 694 1118

Web Address:   http://cityofgrandblanc.com/departments/city-parks

15. Applewood Estate

4.9 ★★★★★ (305 reviews)

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Location: 1400 E Kearsley Street Flint MI

Tel:  810 233 3835

Web Address:   http://applewood.org/

14. Rust Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (346 reviews)

Location: 588 Rust Park Dr Grand Blanc MI

Tel:  810 694 0101

Web Address:   https://gbparks.recdesk.com/Community/Home

13. Kearsley Park

4.0 ★★★★☆ (427 reviews)

Location: Kearsley Park Blvd Flint MI

Tel:  201 668 5045

Web Address:   https://cityofflint.com/

12. The Mounds ORV Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (492 reviews)

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Location: 6145 E Mt Morris Road Mt Morris MI

Tel:  800 648 7275

Web Address:   http://themounds.org/

11. Michigan Escape Games

4.8 ★★★★★ (553 reviews)

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Location: 9023 Davison Road Davison MI

Tel:  810 652 6165

Web Address:   https://michiganescapegames.com/

10. The Whiting

4.6 ★★★★★ (744 reviews)

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Location: 1241 E Kearsley Street Flint MI

Tel:  810 237 7333

Web Address:   http://thewhiting.com/

9. Creasey Bicentennial Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (810 reviews)

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Location: 1505 E Grand Blanc Road Grand Blanc MI

Tel:  810 694 0101

Web Address:   http://parks.gbtgov.com/

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8. Iron Belle Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ (6 reviews)

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7. Flint Children’s Museum

4.5 ★★★★★ (132 reviews)

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Location: 1602 University Ave Flint MI

Tel:  810 767 5437

Web Address:   http://flintchildrensmuseum.org/

6. Longway Planetarium

4.8 ★★★★★ (178 reviews)

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Location: 1310 E Kearsley Street Flint MI

Tel:  810 237 3400

Web Address:   http://sloanlongway.org/longway-planetarium/

5. Flint Institute of Arts

4.8 ★★★★★ (217 reviews)

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Location: 1120 E Kearsley Street Flint MI

Tel:  810 234 1695

Web Address:   https://flintarts.org/

4. Stepping Stone Falls

4.6 ★★★★★ (942 reviews)

Location: 5161 Branch Road Flint MI

Tel:  810 736 7100

Web Address:   http://geneseecountyparks.org/

3. Sloan Museum of Discovery

4.6 ★★★★★ (989 reviews)

Location: 1221 E Kearsley Street Flint MI

Tel:  810 237 3450

Web Address:   https://sloanlongway.org/sloanmuseumofdiscovery/

2. For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum

4.8 ★★★★★ (1,775 reviews)

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Location: 2142 N Genesee Road Burton MI

Tel:  810 736 7100

Web Address:   https://geneseecountyparks.org/explore/for-mar-nature-preserve-and-arboretum-and-forbes-martha-merkley-visitor-center/

1. Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad

4.7 ★★★★★ (2,137 reviews)

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Location: 6140 N Bray Road Flint MI

Tel:  810 736 7100

Web Address:   https://geneseecountyparks.org/crossroads-village/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Flint, Michigan! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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