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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.

Blue World Marine Adventures

    We specialize in underwater Shipwreck Viewing Tours. From day & night tours on The Great Lakes first semi-submersible tour vessel… 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

      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

              Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum

                Exhibits tell the stories of wrecked ships & lives lost on the Great Lakes. Highlights include Edmund Fitzgerald Memorial featuring… Read More

                Animal Tracks Adventure Golf

                  Challenges you to learn about our northern wildlife while playing miniature golf & having great family fun! Match up any… Read More

                  Jack Pine Lumberjack Shows

                    Jack Pine Lumberjack Show is a journey back into the last 1800's when logging was king in the Northwood Michigan.… 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

                      Mackinac Island Butterfly House

                        Located behind Ste. Anne's Church on Mackinac Island. We fly 800+ live butterflies in a tropical garden. Photography encouraged. Wheelchair… Read More

                        Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours

                          Experience one of Michigan's top attractions. Plan a day trip to Sault Ste. Marie and enjoy a 90-minute Classic Lock… Read More

                          Icebreaker Mackinaw Maritime Museum

                            USCG ICEBREAKER MACKINAW WAGB-83 "An American Hero Story". "The Queen of the Great Lakes" was built as part of the… Read More

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