Holland City Overview
Holland is a city in Ottawa and Allegan counties, Michigan. Located on Lake Macatawa near Lake Michigan, it is famous for its Dutch heritage and the Tulip Time Festival.
Location and Climate
Holland is located in western Michigan. It has a humid continental climate with lake-effect snow.
Best Time to Visit
May is peak season for the Tulip Time Festival. Summer is great for the beach.
Best Ways to Get Around
A car is essential.
Top 5 Things to Do
- Attend Tulip Time Festival: See millions of tulips, Dutch dancing, and parades (May).
- Visit Windmill Island Gardens: See "De Zwaan," an authentic 250-year-old Dutch windmill.
- Relax at Holland State Park: Enjoy the sandy beaches on Lake Michigan and see "Big Red" lighthouse.
- Explore Downtown Holland: Shop and dine on the heated sidewalks (snow-melt system) of 8th Street.
- Visit Nelis' Dutch Village: Experience a Dutch theme park with wooden shoe carving and clog dancing.