There are tons of great places all over Michigan, from big cities to tiny towns. Are there any spots that you think are overlooked though?

In an effort to encourage folks to explore and visit smaller, lesser known towns, Love Exploring has put together a list of the most underrated city in each state. The towns range from chilled out spots with Old West vibes to chic villages packed with galleries and boutiques.

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City of Owosso, Facebook
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The travel publications pick for the must underrated city in Michigan is Owosso.

Owosso is the largest city in Shiawassee County. In 1859 Owosso was incorporated, at which time it had 1000 people. As of the 2020 census, Owosso had grown to 14,714 people.

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One thing Owosso is known for is Curwood Castle on the banks of the Shiawassee River. This is where adventure writer James Oliver Curwood penned many of his novels. Each June there is a festival to celebrate the author.

It's one of many historical museums in Owosso. There's also Comstock Pioneer Cabin, Woodard Paymaster Building, and Amos Gould House.

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Shiawassee Center for the Arts, Facebook
Shiawassee Center for the Arts, Facebook
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The Shiawassee Arts Center is another attraction. Located in Curwood Castle Park its nine galleries serve as a showcase for the work of area, statewide and national artists.

Another spot to check out in town is the Steam Railroading Institute which is dedicated to educating the public about steam era railroading in Michigan and the Great Lakes Region. Owosso is home to the train that inspired "The Polar Express", Pere Marquette 1225.

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Railroading Institute, Facebook
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The historic downtown is full of shops and restaurants and hosts sidewalk sales and farmers markets in the summertime.

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Downtown Owosso, Facebook
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You can take a stroll or a bike ride along the River Walk too!

Downtown Owosso, Facebook
Downtown Owosso, Facebook
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Looking for more places to explore?

These have been named the most charming towns in the U.S.

America's Most Charming Towns and Cities 2024

Is your life missing a certain zest? Looking for a new town to call home? High 5 Casino recently combed through Reddit discussions and groups discussing relocation and other similar topics. Using 22 metrics, including Cost of Living, Safety, Job Market, Home Affordability, Healthcare, and Education, they determined which small towns and cities across the country would be considered the most charming. Here are High 5 Casino's Top 50 Most Charming Cities and Towns in America.

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