Monroe - Michigan - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

Founded in 1785, Monroe, Michigan, has a rich history for visitors to explore. Known as the Gateway to Michigan and the hometown of General Custer, there are many accommodations here for visitors. Choose the Best Western or the Super 8 and still be located near all the attractions that Monroe has to offer. The Holiday Inn Express has the largest indoor swimming pool in the city and the Comfort Inn is located adjacent to the casino.

For fine dining, visit Bolles Harbor Café or the Dolce' Vita Italian Grille. Coney Island Lunch, Meijer and the Foodtown Deli provide coffee and sandwiches if you want a light lunch. Casual dining is the way to go at Bob Evan Restaurant or the Cracker Barrel. This is just a sample of what you will find in the way of places to dine in Monroe and there are many bars and pubs where you can get a fine meal to go along with your drink.

When you are in Monroe, you are only 30 miles away from Detroit, so you know that this town is involved in the automobile industry. Take a tour of the Jeep Factory and see how these vehicles are made. Sterling State Park has many hiking, biking and walking trails and you can also enjoy fishing in this park as well. Golfers will certainly want to tee off at the Carington Golf Club, with its par 72, 18-hole course. Monroe is also the premier destination if you want to do some birdwatching, sailing, canoing or kayaking. In winter, the snow transforms the area into a different kind of playground, where you can enjoy sledding and cross country skiing.

Visit Cabelo's, where you can try your luck at the tables and enjoy a delightful meal. Take in the entertainment or go shopping in either the Horizon Outlet or Frenchtown Square Mall.