Mackinac Bridge History Cruise
Recommended by 93% of travelers
Mackinaw City, USA
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Immerse yourself in a world of history and engineering while taking in fresh air on a boat tour along the Straits of Mackinac. Travel under Michigan’s majestic Mackinac Bridge and learn about the many shipwrecks that happened below. Discover more than 100 years of history in the Straits of Mackinac and see Fort Michilimackinac and the Old Mackinac Point Light from the water.
- Perfet for history fans and photographers
- Live onboard commentary enhances your experience
- Travel under the Mackinac Bridge for a new perspective
- Food and drink are available to purchase onboard
What's Included
- Live commentary on board
- Local guide
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks (available to purchase)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 201 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701, USA
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.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.5:00 pm
Itinerary
Climb aboard Ugly Anne, an authentic North Atlantic wooden lobster boat from the Gulf of Maine, at MRA Dock, and prepare for a 1-hour cruise along the Straits of Mackinac.
Travel under the magnificent Mackinac Bridge, an awe-inspiring suspension bridge that connects Michigan’s Upper and Lower peninsula. Enjoy a narrated history of the many shipwrecks that happened and learn about living in the north country and the maritime history of the area, including local Native American lore.
Find out how the bridge was built and hear about the car ferries that traveled this route for over 100 years. From the water, see Fort Michilimackinac, the former 18th-century French-turned-British fort and trading post, and the Old Mackinac Point, located at the junction of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron.
Travel under the magnificent Mackinac Bridge, an awe-inspiring suspension bridge that connects Michigan’s Upper and Lower peninsula. Enjoy a narrated history of the many shipwrecks that happened and learn about living in the north country and the maritime history of the area, including local Native American lore.
Find out how the bridge was built and hear about the car ferries that traveled this route for over 100 years. From the water, see Fort Michilimackinac, the former 18th-century French-turned-British fort and trading post, and the Old Mackinac Point, located at the junction of Lake Michigan and Lake Huron.
Mackinac Bridge (Pass By)
1
Colonial Michilimackinac
Admission Ticket Free
2
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse
Admission Ticket Free
3
Ugly Anne Boat Cruises
Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years old
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Featured review
Kaitlynn_B
It was cool to see the bridge from an angle you don't typically see. The captain and crew were friendly. I would absolutely do this again.
Reviews
4.7
based on 96 reviews
Vicki_A, Sep 2025
Wonderful boat ride and the people that work here are very knowledgeable about the area and super nice!
Michelle_B, Sep 2025
Nice boat trip, experienced crew. Everyone was friendly and informative.
A little hard to hear the narration in the back of the boat .
Would do another tour.
Nicole_H, Sep 2025
The staff were very friendly and helpful. Bring a jacket or sweatshirt, it is cold on Lake Huron. Be careful where you sit, you could get wet. Very educational, great for history buffs, those that love bridges, or anyone that loves to be on the lake. Great photo ops of the bridge and the lake.
Dani_K, Sep 2025
A fun informative experience. Friendly and knowledgeable staff made our group feel welcomed. Wanted to see the bridge from both sides
Kaitlynn_B, Jul 2025
It was cool to see the bridge from an angle you don't typically see. The captain and crew were friendly. I would absolutely do this again.
James_K, Jun 2024
Totally enjoyed the trip and the crew. Crew is very friendly and knowledgeable. My wife and I really loved the ride.
Nancy_S, Jun 2024
We had a great trip on the Ugly Anne. Lots of historical information—great captain and crew. Fantastic views of the bridge. Greeted warmly and made welcome by office staff.
Debra_A, Sep 2023
It got cancelled due to the wind, but it wasn’t very windy at all! Very disappointed. We had this planned since June.
Richard_B, Sep 2023
The weather was great and the historical facts were cool, not only for the bridge, but for the Coast Guard Ice Cutter and the ferries and the Mackinac Island hotel.
gelena_k, Jul 2023
This was a good family friendly experience. We've learned some interesting facts about the area & my son was excited to demonstrate his newly gained knowledge the next day during the island tour. We all enjoyed the cruise.
Response from Host, Jul 2023
So glad to hear you all enjoyed the cruise. Hope you enjoyed your time on the island and in northern michigan.
Capt Chris
Terri_C, Jun 2021
Beautiful cruise. The staff members were so kind. Very reasonable. And accommodating. Just a nice easy going boat ride. Good history lesson.
Mark_H, Jun 2021
Loved the view, the ride, the history of the bridge and the straits. It was my son’s tenth birthday. He will remember it forever. Myself….I’m 47, and have been over the bridge over a hundred times. This enhances the experience.
Paige_K, Jul 2020
Such a fun and educational boat tour! It's amazing just looking at the structure of the bridge from underneath. Will be back!
Lynda_D, Jun 2019
We were pleasantly surprised how fun, informative and relaxing this one-hour tour was! It was great to be able to go directly under the longest suspended bridge in the Western Hemisphere. This family owned business is top notch.
Val K, Jul 2016
Beautiful day! Everyone we dealt with made the experience very enjoyable. They treated us like we're family.
Dorothy R, Jul 2016
Great people, great tour. Loved the personal touch with additional stories that were piggy backed by the guy on the boat besides the pre-recorded information.
Kelly H, Jun 2016
This was an awesome trip, found out more history then I ever knew and I have been coming up here going on 40 years now. Finally got a real view of the bridge.
Jennifer H, Oct 2015
Fantastic tour!! Company is fantastic!! 5 plus stars loved it!!
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per person-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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