TA B L E O F CO N T E N TS
INSIDE MACKINAC
FAMILY
FRIENDLY
SCENIC
FERRY RIDE
CALENDAR There are numer-
8 EVENTS
ous events throughout the season to enjoy along
with many unscheduled smaller events offered by the
State Park, Arts Council, Tourism Bureau and others.
Check their websites for added events and updated infor-
mation during your Island visit.
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HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
Spend the night on the Island to fully experi-
ence this special place. Mackinac offers more than 1,600
rooms, from economical to extravagant, B&Bs to condo
rentals, vacation homes to full service luxury resorts.
18 HISTORY & MUSEUMS History comes
alive! Over a dozen different museum locations
reveal Mackinac’s historical significance in early America
and its fascinating rise to popularity.
IS KING Cars were banned in
24 HORSE
1898, making the horse truly King on Mackinac
Island. Tour the Island, and enjoy its unique richness on
a drive yourself carriage, saddle horse or personalized car-
riage tour.
& ATTRACTIONS Few
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places offer such a wide variety of activities at one
destination. Visit a butterfly exhibit, get an old time photo,
take a boat charter, or golf at one of three golf courses.
31 GETTING HERE
Ferries are the primary
method of travel to the Island, but flying from your
hometown is now easier than ever. Several airlines and
nearby airports can get you to the Island faster and easier.
& SALONS Pamper yourself and
35 SPAS
splurge for a relaxation massage, special hair or
nail treatment, or choose from a number of other luxurious
treatments at one of the Island’s fine spas & salons.
ARTISTS & ART GALLERIES
The
Island’s beauty attracts many art enthusiasts. Browse
through dozens of galleries and shops featuring fine
art by local artists, then start your own Mackinac collection.
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SOMETHING FOR
EVERYONE
39 MACKINAC ISLAND TOURISM
BUREAU MEMBERSHIP LISTING
There are many businesses that support the Island
Tourism Bureau through membership. Take a look and
see who else loves and cares about Mackinac Island.
40 FAMOUS MACKINAC FUDGE It’s
well know that Mackinac Island is famous for its
handmade fudge. Accomplished candy makers have
been making fudge by hand for well over 125 years. Sold
in 1/2 lb slices, you can have it shipped, save it as a souvenir
or enjoy it right on the spot.
43 BICYCLING ON MACKINAC
Bring
your own or rent bikes and ride the eight mile
perimeter shoreline, or head into the interior for beautiful
wooded trails and paved bike paths. Order a box lunch
and stop for a picnic on the beach.
45 SHOPPING
Mackinac Island is full of
wonderful shops and charming boutiques.
Whether it’s something you need, something you want,
or a gift from Mackinac to bring home to someone you
love, you’ll find it at one of the many shops on the Island.
53 DINING GUIDE
Raise a glass to
Mackinac’s culinary delights. From fresh local
whitefish specialties to luscious chocolate bread pudding.
All the restaurants on Mackinac Island are truly unique
and will undoubtedly satisfy everyone’s tastes. Use this
detailed feature to find the right restaurant during your
Island visit.
64 LISTINGS AT A GLANCE
Quickly
review and compare all the Island’s lodging and
dining options in one easy to read format. Enjoy!
EVERYTHING YOU NEED
TO KNOW FOR THE PERFECT
MACKINAC VACATION
2020 /
Inside Mackinac
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