Downtown Mackinac Island, MI

Mackinac Island

No motorized vehicles allows on the Island and Amazon packages delivered with horse carriage.
No motorized vehicles allows on the Island and Amazon packages delivered with horse carriage.
The way out to Mackinac Island is by ferry, and since vehicles aren't allowed on the island, it's best to get there early for parking. The ferry doesn't move overly fast, but you're on open lake water and it's fast enough to stir up quite the wind, so I suggest a warm sweater and/or scarf & hat for the journey out (and especially the journey back in at night). Since the general public isn't allowed a vehicle on the island (never fear, there are service/emergency vehicles and snowmobiles are allowed in the winter), travel around the island will be by bicycle, on foot, or in horse-drawn carriages, such as the one pictured here.
Arch Rock is very aptly named, and it makes for a pretty perfect photo op! The best way to get to it is by taking the horse and carriage tour ride, as this is a stop. If I recall correctly you have about 15 minutes to try to elbow your way past the gathered crowds!
No cars on the island but a great opportunity to bike! There is a path all the way around the island. Great chance to stop and see all that the island has to offer! Don't forget to reward yourself with some fudge!

Popular places to visit

Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau

4.5/5(391 reviews)

After visiting Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mackinac Island. Stroll along the waterfront in this family-friendly area, or seek out the biking trails.

Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau

Haunted Theatre

4.5/5(16 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Haunted Theatre, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Mackinac Island. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the biking trails.

Haunted Theatre

Biddle House

4.5/5(47 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Mackinac Island with a stop at Biddle House. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside, or seek out the biking trails.

Biddle House

Downtown Mackinac Island Hotel Deals

Pontiac Lodge

Pontiac Lodge

2.5 out of 5
1376 Hoban St Mackinac Island MI
The price is ₩216,321 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
₩216,321
per night
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Stay at this lodge in Mackinac Island. Enjoy free WiFi, concierge services, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (442 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

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Bicycle Street Inn and Suites

Bicycle Street Inn and Suites

3.5 out of 5
7416 Main Street Mackinac Island MI
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Mackinac Island. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Room was very clean, bed was comfortable and the view is what made it fantastic.

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025

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Lilac Tree Suites

Lilac Tree Suites

2.5 out of 5
7372 Main St Mackinac Island MI
Stay at this hotel in Mackinac Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions The Jewel at the Grand Hotel and Haunted ...
Quaint hotel in the heart of Mackinac Island
We really like this hotel, it's in the heart of downtown Mackinac Island, so it was the perfect place to regroup between biking around the island, shopping or going out to eat. Our view wasn't the greatest, as we had a room that looked out over an alley and nearby houses, but we weren't in the room ...

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2019

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Hamilton Inn Select Beachfront Mackinaw City

Hamilton Inn Select Beachfront Mackinaw City

3 out of 5
701 S Huron Avenue Mackinaw City MI
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Mackinaw City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,559 reviews)
Friendliness of the staff, the cleanliness of the room, the morning breakfast buffet, condition of the pool and the hot tub. The receptionist was extremely pleasant to helpful.

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

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Hamilton Inn Select Beachfront Mackinaw City
Mission Point Resort

Mission Point Resort

3.5 out of 5
One Lakeshore Drive Mackinac Island MI
Book a stay at this spa resort in Mackinac Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
everything was flawless. I have no complaints.

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

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Mission Point Resort
Holiday Inn Express Mackinaw City by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Mackinaw City by IHG

3 out of 5
364 N Louvingney St Mackinaw City MI
The price is ₩118,474 per night from Jan 27 to Jan 28
₩118,474
per night
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Mackinaw City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Rooms are always clean and service at the counter last night was excellent. Keep her!!

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

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Seeing the sights and learning while in Mackinac Island

East Bluff

While visiting East Bluff, you might make a stop by sights like Arch Rock and Fort Mackinac.

East Bluff
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Harrisonville

While visiting Harrisonville, you might make a stop by sights like Mackinac Island State Park and Lake Huron.

Harrisonville
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Hubbard's Annex

While visiting Hubbard's Annex, you might make a stop by sights like Mackinac Island State Park and Lake Huron.

Hubbard's Annex

Downtown Mackinac Island, MI