Frankenmuth River Place Shops

925 S. Main Street, Frankenmuth, MI 48734
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Create family memories that last for a lifetime at
Frankenmuth River Place Shops, the premiere shopping destination in Michigan’s
Little Bavaria! The German-themed outdoor shopping mall is open year-round and features
more than 40 shops and attractions plus free family festivals like Frankenmuth Dog
Bowl and the Funtown Chowdown Food Truck Festival.

River Place Shops is the perfect getaway for a day or
weekend, with plenty of activities and places to explore to keep you busy for a
longer vacation or return trips year after year! Featuring restaurants and
wineries to keep you fueled up for your shopping trip, the shopping mall also
includes heated sidewalks that encourage visits year-round.

Plan your visit to River Place Shops by visiting the website
at frankenmuthriverplace.com and check out our annual calendar of events. Dates
may change from year to year so check online or on the Facebook page for
details!

River Place Shops is located 10 minutes east of I-75 between
Flint and Saginaw, and about an hour north of Detroit. Learn more about the
German-themed outdoor shopping mall and annual events at www.frankenmuthriverplace.com
or on Facebook!

Local: (989) 652-6613
Free US: (800) 600-0105

Social

Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Gerald E | April 2025
Great Time
This is such an awesome place to visit. So many unique shops and my wife and grandchildren love it. Everyone was so friendly and people out helping us take pictures.
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Jo S | March 2025
Great time at the Cass river bar and grill
Had the best experience with Maegan at Cass River bar and grill. She was kind and funny. Very informative about the different beers. she was very knowledgeable of the town
Review Rating: 4 out of 5
Lisa P | December 2024
Cute Little Village
Cute little village to shop and find some unique gifts. Over priced on many items. The crepe store was amazing!!!! This was the best part of Frankenmuth in my options to shop!
Review Rating: 4 out of 5
Explorer26067443540 | October 2024
Lots of fun shopping
Lots of shopping , everyone so nice . Very clean stores . Easy walking . Some very cool stuff . Some unusually things . Good pave to get some souvenirs. Lots different kinds mugs , keychains...
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Michael C | July 2024
Fun time
The trolley ride was totally awesome and the boat ride was amazing. The shops are very cool. I had a great time highly recommend

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

Overall Rating: 4.4 out of 5

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Amenities
Features
  • Accessibility
  • Family-friendly
  • Pet-friendly
  • Open Year-round
  • Motorcoach Parking
  • WiFi
Sustainability Initiatives
  • Eco-friendly
Season(s) of Operation
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter

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