Walking down Main Street, the smell of the creamy fudge wafts from the fudge shops, beckoning visitors to taste the sweet goodness! While sampling a variety of flavors, watch fudge makers hard at work. We were treated to a fudge making lesson and behind the scenes tour at Ryba’s Fudge Shop. One of the sweetest souvenirs of Mackinac Island is its world-famous fudge. With numerous art galleries, boutiques, fudge shops, home décor, souvenir and specialty shops, Downtown Mackinac Island is a shopper’s paradise! 9. Once at the park, look up to see Fort Mackinac towering above. Take a leisurely stroll to visit local shops, grab a bite to eat at local restaurants and bars, watch fudge being made, stop by the visitor’s center and visit Marquette Park. The thriving heart of Mackinac Island can be found along Main Street and surrounding Market Street and Fort Street. For the best views of Mackinac Bridge, sit on the upper deck! 7. Settle into your seat aboard the ferry, whether on the upper open-air deck or the lower enclosed deck and enjoy the 20-minute ride over to the island. Once arriving at Shepler’s Ferry dock, staff will direct you to parking and assist with luggage. Shepler’s Ferry is located in Mackinaw City and St. The only way to get to the Mackinac Island is by boat. *Admission is included with purchase of Fort Mackinac admission ticket.
View a collection of Native American artifacts, decorative arts and various mediums of artwork, including historic maps, canvas, photography and etchings. Located in Marquette Park along Main Street, The Richard and Jane Manoogian Mackinac Art Museum allows visitors to experience fine and decorative arts inspired by Mackinac Island. *Colonial Michilimackinac is located on the mainland in Mackinaw City. Experience cannon and musket firings, tour the historic fort, special exhibits and visit with costumed guides. Reconstructed based on historic maps, this site has more than 50 years of archeological excavations that continue today. The views are absolutely stunning, definitely making the trip to the fort worthwhile!Ĭonstructed by French soldiers in 1715, Colonial Michilimackinac served as a fort and fur trading village. Visiting the fort is free, but it can be quite the haul from downtown biking or taking a carriage ride is recommended. The small, wood and earthen fort was constructed in 1814 by British soldiers during the War of 1812. The reconstructed Fort Holmes sits at the highest point on Mackinac Island. Reservations are required and the cost is $50 (which includes admission to the fort and a souvenir kepi). Cannon Firing:įor an unforgettable experience, reserve your spot to fire the first cannon volley of the day at Fort Mackinac. *For lunch with a view, dine at Fort Mackinac’s Tea Room! 2. As Michigan’s oldest public building, the fort welcomes visitors to explore fourteen restored buildings, tour the fort with a costumed guide, watch demonstrations and marvel the views from atop the fortress bluff. Serving as a military outpost (for British then American soldiers) and a home for soldiers and their families, the fortress now is headquarters for Mackinac National Park. Sitting high upon a bluff, Fort Mackinac was founded in 1780. The Best Things To Do On Mackinac Island 1. Here are the best things to do on Mackinac Island, Michigan. Whether a fan of history, nature enthusiast, a romantic at heart or looking for a family friendly getaway, Mackinac Island will delight your senses and lure you to visit over and over again. Located in Lake Huron, between Michigan’s Upper and Lower peninsula’s, this resort island seems to be the perfect Midwestern escape. Often referred to as the jewel of the Great Lakes, Mackinac Island has long been a summer vacation getaway for Michiganders and those in the know.
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