Fun Weekend Getaway in Kalamazoo
You've probably heard of Kalamazoo and its famous Air Zoo. But if you venture farther off I-94, you'll also find shopping, festivals and food to fill a fun weekend in this Michigan college town.
More to explore near Kalamazoo: Battle Creek
Just 30 minutes east of Kalamazoo, Battle Creek offers more specialty shops and foodie finds. Southern Exposure Herb Farm has a renovated 1839 home open for tours, plus walking gardens and a gift shop. Locavores love Malia Mediterranean Bistro, which uses produce from the Kalamazoo Farmers Market, cheeses and meats from nearby farms, and Michigan beers and wines. (Try the wild berry and nut salad made with strawberries, blackberries, pecans, almonds and Gorgonzola.) Housed in a former church, the Art Center of Battle Creek features the work of 150 juried Michigan artists—meaning Michigan-inspired souvenirs. (800) 397-2240; battlecreekvisitors.org
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