Things to do in Mackinaw City, Michigan (MI): The Best Tours

April 27, 2022 Weston Hennigan

Mackinaw City, at the northern tip of the Michigan mitten, sits at one end of the Mackinac Bridge to Michigan's Upper Peninsula, as well as seriving as the docking place for ferries to Mackinac Island, a National Historic Landmark and State Park. Just a short boat ride from the mainland, Mackinac Island is a journey back in time, home to "Historic Downtown," a recreation of village life in 18th-century Michigan, and Fort Mackinac, first occuppied by the British during the Revolutionary War.
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1. Ugly Anne Boat Cruises

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Ugly Anne Boat Cruises

Come take a ride on Ugly Anne and experience the Straits of Mackinac and Mackinac Bridge like never before. Learn the about the over 80 shipwrecks, about the building of the Mackinac Bridge and the islands that are scattered throughout the Straits of Mackinac while enjoying beer, wine and N/A beverages. On board is a tour guide that can answer any questions you have. Ugly Anne will start cruises for the season on Memorial Day weekend. We will have a daily 5pm history cruise and sunset cruise both going under the the magnificent Mackinac Bridge and departing from Mackinaw City through mid- October. We do not have public cruises on Tuesdays. Tours from Mackinac Island will be scheduled by charter only.

2. Mackinaw Parasailing & Jet Boat Adventures

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Mackinaw Parasailing & Jet Boat Adventures

Parasailing is exciting for the whole family, embark on an exhilarating flight and take in the panoramic views. Take off & land directly from the flight deck. (You don't have to get wet). You can parasail at three different locations, Mackinaw City, Mackinac Island, and St.Ignace, MI. Jet Boating is an adventure thrill ride, fun for the whole family, with 360° spins, sharp turns, and lightning acceleration. Jet Boat rides are at the Mackinaw City location only. Call us today for a reservation or any questions!! We are opened seven days a week from 9 am to 7 pm. Specials: - Morning Eye Opener for only $110 for two fliers! - Adventure Package for only $99 for one parasail flight and one jet boat ride! Regular Pricing: - Single Flier: $85 - Double Flier: $150 - Triple Flier: $210 (*Weather and other restrictions may apply*)

3. Colonial Michilimackinac

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Colonial Michilimackinac

Michilimackinac 1778: Rumors of War. Treasures from the past come to life at this 18th-century fort and fur trading village, reconstructed based on historic maps and more than 60 years of archaeological excavations. As you walk through the site, you are stepping back in time to 1778, when rumors of war and peace swirled around Michilimackinac. Here, you will see and hear how soldiers, civilians, and Native people responded to threats real and imagined as they attempted to maintain their livelihood, the fur trade. Historical interpreters representing voyageurs, British soldiers, and French-Canadian merchant families are stationed throughout the fort to answer your questions and perform demonstrations.

4. Chasin' Tail Charters

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Chasin' Tail Charters

Contact Chasin' Tail Charters for Salmon Fishing, Lake Trout Fishing, Brown Trout Fishing, Steel Head Fishing, Atlantic Salmon Fishing. In Mackinaw City, Mackinaw Island, Cheboygan and all of Northern Lake Huron. We also fish west of Mackinaw in Lake Michigan down as far as Charlevoix. We take you to where the fish are. Our Boat is a 32ft Tiara. Bring the whole family for fun! Call (877) 501-3903

5. Great Lakes Scuba

Great Lakes Scuba offers snorkel diving, sunset cruises, lighthouse cruises, Mackinac Bridge cruises, Mackinac Island cruises, and private weddings.

6. Adrenaline Falls Adventure Zipline

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7. Mackinaw Trolley- Day Tours

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Mackinaw Trolley- Day Tours

8. Mackinaw Manor Haunted House

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Mackinaw Manor Haunted House

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