Things to do & places to visit in Jackson, Michigan, United States

Jackson city in Michigan, United States. Timezone: America/Detroit, current date and time: Sunday, April 28, 2024, 20:05.

Top things to do (26)

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

5.0 EpIQ Escapes (260 reviews)
- A memorable experience with a group of friends or co-workers!
Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games • Game & Entertainment Centers

Enter a locked room with 2-10 people with only 60 minutes to escape. Together you must find clues, solve puzzles and decode riddles to successfully escape before time runs out! See more..
5.0 Skydive Tecumseh (178 reviews)
- Skydive Tecumseh
Adrenaline & Extreme Tours

This is a very well organized and run place. All the employees there are kind and knowledgeable. It was the best experience. They all made me feel more at ease knowing as a first time skydiver I was very nervous. They knew what to say and do to make everyone feel as comfortable as possible. My tandem instructor, Dominique was the best and I ten out of ten recommend him. The video package is well worth the extra money and make sure to ask for Hailey she is top notch. Thank Skydive Tecumseh for an indescribable experience! See more..
5.0 Falling Waters Trail (116 reviews)
- Valerie Stover, Broker/Owner Val Stover Real Estate Team
Biking Trails

My dad, John Stover, used to take my sister and me on mountain bikes down this old rail to the Wooden Spoon in Concord for breakfast. We’d ride through Bunches of burrs and prickers and of course lots of mud! It was fun at the time, but I am also very content with the new much easier & smoother paved version at this point in my life. This is a great place to ride or walk/ run for all ages and ability levels. It is so nice not to have to worry about getting hit by a car!!! These trails are awesome and I love that Jackson continues to expand the trail system. I think it’s been a fantastic improvement to our community and has opened new and safe opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature. It is the best to see older and younger people out and about enjoying the trails. I included a painting I did about 10 years ago of my daughter and husband riding on this very trail, just west of Weatherwax Rd. See more..
5.0 Jackson Historic Prison Tours (96 reviews)
- "Interesting eye-opener!"
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Historical & Heritage Tours

What a memorable tour. Steve was so passionate about sharing so much information about the prison, the history, the prisoners, the wardens in charge and a "day" in the prison. Was very interesting and eye-opening. Can not wait until Cellblcok 7 reopens and be able to tour that one as well. Highly recommend this tour....and highly recommend Steve!!! See more..
5.0 Axe Play (15 reviews)
- A fun evening!
Spent 1-2 hours Game & Entertainment Centers

Axe Play is Jackson's premier axe throwing bar! Rent a lane with 4-8 people to compete in a round-robin tournament for 2 hours. A professionally trained axe throwing coach will train you to throw, keep score, and crown a winner! It's exhilarating fun and safe, we promise! See more..
5.0 Drinks & Deceptions (7 reviews)
- Amazing!
Spent 1-2 hours Theaters • Cabarets • Theatre & Performances

An Upscale & Immersive Magic Show for adults unlike anything you have experienced. An exclusive collaboration with Award-Winning Magician Daniel Martin & Veritas hosted in a secret showroom in Michigan. See more..
5.0 Bright Walls Mural (5 reviews)
- Refreshing
Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks

This is a beautiful display of a city in revival! I hope many can come and enjoy the charm of this small city. See more..
5.0 Antique Mercantile (5 reviews)
- "Treasure Extravaganza"
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Antique Shops

Do not miss this one if you love antiques! The staff is amazing and nice. Unlike other resale shops, this one has plenty to choose from in all price ranges. There is jewelry, silver, pottery, porcelain, furniture, art, etc. I bought a jeweled evening clutch, a pastry blender, a Rapala fishing knife, salt/pepper shakers and vintage Boy Scout items. Plan on spending a few hours here just to try to see everything. Trust me... You won't leave empty handed! See more..
5.0 Ive Been Framed! (2 reviews)
- Awesome
Speciality & Gift Shops
It was the best store experience I’ve ever had great customer service and they even gave us an excellent selection of frames See more..
5.0 Michigan Military Heritage Museum (2 reviews)
- MUST SEE WHEN visitingJACKSON
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Military Museums • Military Bases & Facilities • History Museums

This place is a must see when you stop in Jackson. There is a lot of history about Michigan' military history, from the Civil War all the way to current events. The curators have a lot of information to share and are very knowledgeable as well. Excellent exhibits and displays. See more..
4.5 Cascade Falls (212 reviews)
- Middle of the woods wonder
Parks

Today we visited Cascade falls. I was really nervous about hiking for just under a mile with a 7yr old and someone that has stability issues. This is an great hike with a beautiful tiered waterfall. It’s not a huge falls but still beautiful! The hike did not seem like it was that long! I would definitely recommend taking the time to visit these falls. Bring bug spray depending on the time of year you visit. See more..
4.5 Sandhill Crane Vineyards (107 reviews)
- Wonderful!!,
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Wineries & Vineyards

Sandhill Crane Vineyards is a small family-owned winery and cafe located in eastern Jackson county. Our award-winning wines are made with only Michigan grapes and fruits. With a large wrap around deck full of outside seating, live music all through the summer, and a vast array of award winning wines, there's so much that makes SCV a destination vineyard for so many! - Our tasting room is ALWAYS open during business hours. We are happy to share our knowledge and tasty wine with you. For groups of 5-6, we are requiring a reservation due to covid capacity limitations. See more..
4.5 Chateau Aeronautique Winery (60 reviews)
- Great first experience!
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards

Our Airpark Tasting Room located in Jackson, represents flying, vintage airplanes and living in a home on a grass runway surrounded by tress. Our wines are offered for tasting in a beautiful Tasting Room overlooking the grass runway with the theme, open cockpit biplane logo on every bottle, being vintage aviation. Our Airpark location is know for it's relaxed atmosphere with an emphasis on personal attention~ With the desire to grow our own grapes, having outgrown the hangar and an abundance of requests to host weddings, buses, etc., we acquired 26 acres in Onsted for a vineyard and second venue. The theme, Lorenzo being an international airline pilot, is vintage airline with a 1974 German glider wing for a bar top, vintage destination posters heralding legacy airlines and will eventually dig a barrel cave into the side of a hill. In 2017 we opened Blue Skies Brewery at the new venue and have added hard ciders, a kitchen serving small plates and live entertainment on the weekends. See more..
4.5 Ella Sharp Museum (57 reviews)
- A terrific museum with a local history focus and emphasis on the arts
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums

We drove from an hour away to see the Frida Kahlo's Garden exhibit, which we found compelling and well done; we loved the tie-in with school kids and their take on Friday Kahlo! Stayed for the very interesting Jackson county and city history galleries. Enjoyed the Never Enough Time exhibit of clocks of all shapes and sizes, as well as the Barns: Preserving Architectural Heritage exhibit and the Gallery of Wildlife Art. We loved the variety and scope of the temporary exhibits. We'll keep an eye on new exhibit announcements and look forward to a return visit. Kudos to the museum on a job well-done of keeping guests safe during these COVID times, with taking guest contact info, requiring masks, limiting the number of guests in a gallery, and lots of signs reminding us to social distance. Thank you! See more..
4.5 Ella Sharp Park (44 reviews)
- Jackson is fortunate to have this attraction
Parks

Ella Sharp Park is integral to the community. It has the Ella Sharp Museum, The Peter Hurst Planetarium, softball fields, a driving range, the Round House pavilion, nature trails (although last year the DNR or the city dumped dozens of dead deer on the main trail and they stunk and attracted scavengers, wild dogs and coyotes). My favorite annual activity is Shakespeare in the Park, but there are events on a weekly basis such as car shows, art exhibits and concerts. See more..
4.5 Dahlem - Jackson's Nature Place (25 reviews)
- Teens Loved It!
Sunday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas

Dahlem is Jackson's Nature Place where everyone is welcome to experience, study and enjoy nature. With five miles of hiking trails on 280 acres of conserved ecosystems containing butterfly trails, community gardens, forests, grasslands, streams, marshes and ponds, visitors can enjoy a guided hike or experience the natural wonders on their own. The 3/8 mile Nature for All Trail is specially designed for visitors with limited mobility. Dahlem offers year-round environmental educational programs and free seasonal festivals and events. See more..
4.5 Grande Golf Club (17 reviews)
- Beautifully maintained
Golf Courses

Have been looking forward to playing this course for a few years now. It’s extremely well kept and the fall colors were out making it even more beautiful. Very challenging but fairways are wide and everything well marked See more..
4.5 Jackson Candy and Fudge Factory (16 reviews)
- Tasty Fudge, Unique Flavors
Sunday: Spent < 1 hour Speciality & Gift Shops

Take a step back in time in a true 1890’s style candy shop. Whether you have the kids in tow, or you’re just a kid at heart, a trip to a local candy factory is a fun filled experience. Walk the candy aisles and see many candies you ate as a kid, as well as many luscious chocolates. Taste the freshly made caramel corn and homemade fudge. We offer gift packages of many sizes and price ranges too. See more..
4.5 127 Brewing (12 reviews)
- Cute Brewery in Jackson
Spent 1-2 hours Bars & Clubs • Breweries

Now open, Jackson's newest one barrel brew house. See more..
4.5 Arbor Hills Golf Club (6 reviews)
- Fun golf every time.
Spent More than 3 hours Golf Courses

Arbor Hills is an excellent course. You don't have to worry about slow greens and the course is always in excellent condition. I have enjoyed every round I have played. I also enjoy the free golf balls. They aren't free to everyone unfortunately. you have to buy a house along the 8th fairway. If you don't enjoy a beautiful golf course and the sounds of happy people you should probably avoid Arbor Hills. See more..
4.5 Art 634 (6 reviews)
- Do you love art?
Art Galleries

This is a wonderful place to enjoy a cup of coffee at the Cuppa. The gift shope of Hazelle M is just a gem of a spot! The Jackson Prison Tour is also located in this wonderful bulting along with other small businesses of photography and stone reading and hair salon. Peaceful and tranquil. I would highly recomend you visit this place if your in town!! See more..
4.0 Jackson Antique Mall (16 reviews)
- nicely done in a beautiful building
Antique Shops

These is a beautiful old building that has small one person antiques designed in their own area. There is an upstairs and they do have larger items all around. Nice place for a look at some nice antiques and crafts. See more..
4.0 Allskate Fun Center (5 reviews)
- Love this place..
Game & Entertainment Centers

I have attended coming to allskate since I was a kid,I still attend and bring my siblings and children. I just love this place!!! See more..
4.0 Swan Creek Candle Co. Outlet Store (4 reviews)
- Great, long-lasting candles and other great items
Speciality & Gift Shops

downtown Jackson has some very unique shops, This is one of the. If you are near here this is one shop that has unique gift besides the candles. See more..
4.0 Summer Night Tree (1 review)
- Flat Black, 30 Ffeet Tall and 10 tons
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues

Louise Nevelson's Summer Night Tree is located in the thriving and bustling downtown area of Jackson Michigan. at the intersection of Michigan Avenue and MLK It is substantial piece of art that many love and many do not See more..
4.0 The Michigan Theatre (1 review)
- Very nice theatre
Theaters

The theatre is a historic part of Jackson, Mi and it has the bones of something amazing. It definitely needs some repairs to the interior as plaster is destroyed and the paint is peeling. But even with that the theatre has a certain charm that takes you back to the times of live entertainment. See more..
3.0 Westwood Mall (3 reviews)
- Visit the end caps
Shopping Malls

This mall use to be so busy the poor economy is taking it down. This mall has good end caps Walmart, JCP, Yonkers. A lot of the small stores have been going out of business. They are starting to improve this by doing a few updates. I recommend going during the day at night it is over tinned with teenagers who have nothing better to do! Applebees is the only food location in this mall but there is a McDonald's and Mexican food place across from the mall. See more..
Summer Night Tree (0 review)
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
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Jackson County Fairgrounds (0 review)
Cultural Events • Food & Drink Festivals
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Papa Earls Emporium (0 review)
Antique Shops
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