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Cheap Flights to Marquette

About the Origin Marquette

Marquette is the most populous city in Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Northern Michigan University is located in this city and plenty of tiny islands. Marquette has listed in the top 10 best places to retire in United States of America. The city owns abundant outdoor activities, parks, and beaches. As per the 2012 census, the city has an estimated population of 21,355.

Tourist Attractions

The city enjoys great climate, abundant activities and attractions. Downtown Marquette is the center for the cultural activities in the city. It has numerous shopping malls, eateries, hotels and bars. The city’s landmark is ‘The Superior Dome’ which is the largest wooden dome in the world exhibiting plenty of historical relics. Marquette Ore Docks, Lake Superior, and Father Marquette Statue are few other attractions in the city. Presque Isle Park, Mattson Lower Harbor Park, McCarty's Cove, South Beach, Mount Marquette are the best parks of the city to get relaxed. The city has many museums exhibiting historical, industrial, and cultural museums such as Marquette Maritime Museum, Marquette Regional History Center, Upper Peninsula Children's Museum, and Michigan Iron Industry Museum.

Shopping Dining & Nightlife

Marquette has some good shopping options and it is famous for pedestrian shopping. In downtown there are many shopping streets, where you can find unique products. The popular shopping stores within the city includes Art U.P. Style/Scandinavian Gifts, , Che Bello Boutique, , Lake Superior Photo, , Snowbound Books, , Risak Pottery, Touch of Finland, Getz's, Casualties and Michigan Fair.

The city enjoys the delicious culinary in its kitchens. Plenty of restaurants are sprawled in and around the city catering variety of dishes. Comparing to other Michigan cities, you can find more eateries in this city in all ranges. Downtown of the city is the hub for foodies. Also, the number of pubs, microbreweries, and bars have been increased in the recent times, offering vibrant nightlife.

Festivals & Seasons

The city celebrates many arts and cultural, music, national and religious festivals like Art on the Rocks art festival, Marquette's July 4 Celebration, UP 200 Dog Sled Race, Marquette Area Blues Fest, Marquette Scandinavian Midsummer Festival and Wife-Carrying Contest, Marquette Marathon, Ore to Shore, U.P. Fall Beer Festival, Outback Art Fair, Superior Bike Fest, Hiawatha Music Festival Traditional music festival, Noquemanon Ski Marathon, Christmas, Easter, Halloween and New Year’s day.

Transportation within the City

Rental cars, taxis and bus services provided by ‘MarqTran’ are the means of transportation within the city.

Popular Sports in Marquette

The city is very famous for the summer activities like swimming, boating, fishing, shipwreck hunting. Ice hockey, skating, golf and baseball are also commonly played in the city.

Weather in Marquette

Marquette has a humid continental climate. The temperature typically varies from -11°C to 28°C and is rarely below-20°C or above 32°C. Summers are hot and humid, but it is the popular season to visit to enjoy the activities like swimming, boating, fishing, shipwreck hunting and sun soaking. Fall starts from September to mid October, in this season you can go for hiking, biking and kayaking. Winters are extremely cold and will have excessive snowfall. Spring is considered as the wettest month.

Emergency Numbers

For any criminal offense tourists can inform the police at a toll free number 911

About Marquette Airport & Location

Sawyer International Airport (IATA: MQT, ICAO: KSAW, FAA LID: SAW) is not a busy airport which is only served by two airlines like American Eagle and Delta connection to domestic destinations Detroit and Chicago O'Hare. The airport is located to 31 kilometers south from the city center of Marquette near Gwinn.

are the airlines offering services to Sawyer International Airport.

Local Transportation at Marquette Airport

Car rental and bus shuttles are very frequent and you can reach airport from any corner of the city, vice versa.

Airport Facilities

Lost and found baggage counters, snacks bars, restaurants and cafes are the few facilities provided by Sawyer International Airport.

All Airport Enquiries

Save the contact for any airport related information +1 906-346-3308. Plan and book plane tickets you trip to this amazing city today at the lowest possible rate by using online service provider Rehlat.com. It is a trusted brand in providing online services.

MARQUETTE AIRPORT ADDRESS
125 G Ave
Gwinn, MI 49841
United States