Mackinac Bridge History Cruise

Mackinaw City, US
91% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (81 reviews)

Highlights

  • Learn the history of shipwrecks
  • Experience local Native American folk-lore
  • Discover living in the north country
  • Explore the maritime history of the area
  • Get up close to the awe-inspiring Mackinac Bridge

Meeting Point

Departure Point: MRA Dock Address: 201 S Huron Ave Mackinaw City, MI 49701 Directions: Dock is behind The Hook Restaurant. Across the street from Starbucks Coffee Shop.

Meeting point

201 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701 , United States

End point

End Point

Departure Point: MRA Dock Address: 201 S Huron Ave Mackinaw City, MI 49701 Directions: Dock is behind The Hook Restaurant. Across the street from Starbucks Coffee Shop.

Meeting point

201 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701 , United States

End point

What to expect

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Mackinac Bridge

Take a trip under the Mackinac Bridge aboard Ugly Anne (an authentic North Atlantic wooden lobster boat from the Gulf of Maine). Information will be given by a local guide about the over 80 shipwrecks, building of the Mackinac Bridge and the car ferries that traversed the Straits for over 100 years. See Fort Michilimackinac and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse from the water. Enjoy the cruise with historic video footage, live narration from natives to the Northern Great Lakes region, while traveling under the Mackinac Bridge. Questions are encouraged while on the tour.

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Colonial Michilimackinac

Take a trip under the Mackinac Bridge aboard Ugly Anne (an authentic North Atlantic wooden lobster boat from the Gulf of Maine). Information will be given by a local guide about the over 80 shipwrecks, building of the Mackinac Bridge and the car ferries that traversed the Straits for over 100 years. See Fort Michilimackinac and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse from the water. Enjoy the cruise with historic video footage, live narration from natives to the Northern Great Lakes region, while traveling under the Mackinac Bridge. Questions are encouraged while on the tour.

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Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse

Take a trip under the Mackinac Bridge aboard Ugly Anne (an authentic North Atlantic wooden lobster boat from the Gulf of Maine). Information will be given by a local guide about the over 80 shipwrecks, building of the Mackinac Bridge and the car ferries that traversed the Straits for over 100 years. See Fort Michilimackinac and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse from the water. Enjoy the cruise with historic video footage, live narration from natives to the Northern Great Lakes region, while traveling under the Mackinac Bridge. Questions are encouraged while on the tour.

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Ugly Anne Boat Cruises

Take a trip under the Mackinac Bridge aboard Ugly Anne (an authentic North Atlantic wooden lobster boat from the Gulf of Maine). Information will be given by a local guide about the over 80 shipwrecks, building of the Mackinac Bridge and the car ferries that traversed the Straits for over 100 years. See Fort Michilimackinac and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse from the water. Enjoy the cruise with historic video footage, live narration from natives to the Northern Great Lakes region, while traveling under the Mackinac Bridge. Questions are encouraged while on the tour.

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Minimum drinking age is 21 years old
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    Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Provided by Ugly Anne/ Straits Area Tour Company

What our experts say

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    Arrive early to enjoy nearby cafes.
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    Dress warmly; it can get breezy.
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    Ask the guide about local shipwrecks.
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    Check out Fort Michilimackinac post-cruise.
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    Visit the Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse.

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