Mackinaw City Vacation, Explore Mackinaw City | Mackinaw Area Visitors Bureau

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.

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

    Big Bear Adventures

      For more than 30 years, we have been providing memorable outdoor experiences for guests of all ages and skill levels.… 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

        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

          Mackinaw Parasailing

            Parasailing is exciting for everyone, come view the straits of Mackinac from a new perspective. Our custom boat enables the… 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

              Soo Locks Upper St. Mary’s River Lighthouse Cruise

                Enjoy a continental breakfast while riding through the Soo Locks and navigating in the St.Mary's River. Explore this important waterway… 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

                  Mackinaw Crossings

                    A Victorian inspired center where unique shopping, dining & entertainment come together. Over 50 specialty shops, attractions and dining. Exciting… 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

                      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

                        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

                          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

                            Ugly Anne

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

                                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

                                  1 2