Title: Things to Do in Mackinaw City in 2026 | Expedia.com [Mackinaw City Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Mackinaw-City.dx9627)[Hotels in Mackinaw City](https://expedia.com/Mackinaw-City-Hotels.d9627.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Mackinaw City](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Mackinaw-City.d9627.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Mackinaw City](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Mackinaw-City.d9627.Car-Rental-Guide)[Mackinaw City Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Mackinaw-City.d9627.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Mackinaw City ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Mackinaw City Types of activities [Mackinaw City Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Mackinaw-City.dx9627) ![Mackinaw City featuring heritage architecture, a lighthouse and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9627/b9c30735-b8a3-4f66-a63f-69944067dc6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mackinaw City featuring heritage architecture, a lighthouse and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9627/b9c30735-b8a3-4f66-a63f-69944067dc6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mackinaw City showing a bridge, flowers and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9627/a13b1c5f-78d4-42a1-b1ce-f5c85dabebf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mackinaw City featuring snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9627/234ff803-e3f0-443e-a436-1cb1140adf14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mackinaw City showing a bay or harbor, general coastal views and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9627/910ff9ca-9a1a-4abb-9d76-dd96cf927b1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_9627) ## Recommended things to do in Mackinaw City | Number of things to do | 3 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Somewhere in Time and Mackinac Island: Film Sites Audio Guide](/things-to-do/somewhere-in-time-and-mackinac-island-film-sites-audio-guide.a49324711.activity-details): $10 | | Top 5 things to do | [Somewhere in Time and Mackinac Island: Film Sites Audio Guide](/things-to-do/somewhere-in-time-and-mackinac-island-film-sites-audio-guide.a49324711.activity-details)[Traverse City: Wine Country Private Tour with Transportation](/things-to-do/traverse-city-wine-country-private-tour-with-transportation.a52138803.activity-details)[Elegant East Bluff: A Self-Guided Mackinac Island Tour](/things-to-do/elegant-east-bluff-a-self-guided-mackinac-island-tour.a50644875.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Somewhere in Time and Mackinac Island: Film Sites Audio Guide](/things-to-do/somewhere-in-time-and-mackinac-island-film-sites-audio-guide.a49324711.activity-details)[Elegant East Bluff: A Self-Guided Mackinac Island Tour](/things-to-do/elegant-east-bluff-a-self-guided-mackinac-island-tour.a50644875.activity-details) | | With kids | | ## What to do in Mackinaw City --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Mackinaw City? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Mackinaw City ![The Ferry Terminal for the craft plying between Mackinaw City and Mackinac Island Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635968087728/fc7f2636-cb9f-4aeb-95ca-c23a0f04b109.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal 4.5/5(309 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Mackinaw City with a trip to Mackinaw City Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Mackinaw-City-Ferry-Terminal-Mackinaw-City.d553248635968087728.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lighthouse - Mackinac Point, Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158128/01b0427a-2384-40aa-b67e-0c4958b3f1b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse 4.5/5(323 reviews) You can find out about the history of Mackinaw City when you stop by Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Old-Mackinac-Point-Lighthouse-Mackinaw-City.d6158128.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mackinaw City featuring snow, landscape views and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9627/4311c836-6fd2-4e6b-815a-a73422ac4b34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mackinaw Crossings You can enjoy retail therapy at Mackinaw Crossings during your trip to Mackinaw City. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Mackinaw-Crossings-Mackinaw-City.d950678350304034816.Vacation-Attraction) #### Headlands International Dark Sky Park 4/5(102 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Headlands International Dark Sky Park, a lovely green space in Mackinaw City. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Headlands-International-Dark-Sky-Park-Mackinaw-City.d553248621557915383.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mackinaw City Dock 4.5/5(335 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Mackinaw City with a trip to Mackinaw City Dock. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Mackinaw-City-Dock-Mackinaw-City.d553248621559142196.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion You can take time to visit Mackinaw Manor Haunted Mansion during your travels to Mackinaw City. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Mackinaw-Manor-Haunted-Mansion-Mackinaw-City.d553248621557915393.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mackinaw Bridge Museum You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mackinaw Bridge Museum during your travels in Mackinaw City. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Mackinaw-Bridge-Museum-Mackinaw-City.d553248621557915384.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mackinaw Heritage Village You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Mackinaw Heritage Village during your trip to Mackinaw City. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Mackinaw-Heritage-Village-Mackinaw-City.d553248621557915385.Vacation-Attraction) #### Colonial Michilimackinac Park 4.5/5(5 reviews) You can spend time exploring the galleries in Colonial Michilimackinac Park in Mackinaw City. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the biking trails. 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Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Mackinaw City ![Cheboygan Crib Lighthouse, Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6030/3ea5be2a-fad2-4c84-949a-b51117bb7401.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cheboygan ![View of the Carp River Valley and autumn colors from the Lake of the Clouds Scenic Overlook, Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, Michigan. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000441793/a7b1eaeb-3d15-40b6-8113-131112f0ae14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Carp Lake ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mackinaw City worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Mackinaw City? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Mackinaw City? ### Is three days enough to stay in Mackinaw City? ### What are some activities to do in Mackinaw City with kids? ### What to do in Mackinaw City for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Mackinaw City? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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