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Things to Do in the Mackinac Straits Area

The Mackinac Straits Area is proud to be the home of three National Historic sites, unique shopping village with free nightly laser light shows at dusk and a live evening lumberjack show.

The average vacation stay in Mackinaw City has extended in recent years due to the fact that the city is so convenient to major area attractions. Why relocate when you can use Mackinaw City as a home base.

Save the hassle of packing your belongings time after time and let us be your home away from home. Rich in history and beauty, the Mackinaw area offers many ideal destinations just a short drive away.

Straits Area Step-On Guide Service

    Northern Michigan's Original Authentic Step-On Guide. Serving the group tour motorcoach industry since 1992. Let us show you the Straits… Read More

    Mackinaw Manor

      Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion is a fully automated haunted house, using the latest in animatronics, special effects and state of… Read More

      Ugly Anne

        Open May ~ October Departs daily 45 minutes before sunset. Each evening Ugly Anne will set sail, giving you the… Read More

        Shepler’s Lighthouse Cruises

          For close to three centuries, the Straits of Mackinac has been a vital nautical thoroughfare, providing passage between Lakes Huron… Read More

          Trappers Creek Adventure Golf

            Learn about the Northern Michigan fur trade heritage while playing adventure golf in a scenic environment! Great fun for all… Read More

            MysteryTown USA

              Mystery Town, USA is a world-class family walk-through adventure for all ages that brings you on an immersive experience to… Read More

              Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse

                This is Mackinac. A point in the storm and a guiding beacon since 1889, Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse helped passing… Read More

                SOO LOCKS BOAT TOURS

                  Experience the Soo Locks Since 1934 the Original Soo Locks Boat Tours has taken passengers through the engineering marvel of… Read More

                  Colonial Michilimackinac

                    This is Mackinac. Treasures from the past come to life at this 18th-century fort and fur trading village. As you… Read More

                    Mackinac Old Time Trolley Company

                      Mackinaw's Newest and Largest Trolley with $3 historical tour! Enjoy the sights and sounds of historic Mackinaw City on the… Read More

                      Riptide Ride

                        25 miles of Pictured Rocks Cliffs, 360º spins and countless smiles! Bring your camera on board as we stop to… Read More

                        Garlyn Zoological Park

                          Fun for the Whole Family! In Michigan's beautiful Upper Peninsula. Only 40 minutes west of the Mackinac Bridge on US-2.… Read More

                          Historic Mill Creek

                            This is Mackinac. Visitors can witness the power of the creek harnessed to cut timber into lumber at one of… Read More

                            Fort Mackinac

                              This is Mackinac. The cannon blasts, the rifles fire, the soldiers march and history comes alive. The oldest building in… Read More

                              Mackinaw Area Historical Society

                                An Education Destination Experience the years of great change from candles to electricity all the way to trains quieted by… Read More

                                Mystery Spot

                                  Voted Michigan's #1 unusual attraction by the readers of Michigan Living Magazine (AAA). Enjoy guided tours through an area where… Read More

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