Mackinac Bridge History Cruise
4.5
Mackinac Bridge History Cruise
By Ugly Anne Boat Cruises
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View one of the world's largest suspension bridges from a unique vantage point on a boat tour from Mackinac city. The short cruise covers more than 100 years of history through illumining live narration on Native American folklore, local shipwrecks, and the history of the 5-mile bridge. Along the way, pass by famous landmarks including Old Mackinac Point Light and Fort Michilimackinac.
Ages 0-99, max of 60 per group
Duration: 1h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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Highlights
- Travel beneath the Mackinac Bridge by boat
- See local points of interest from the water
- Take a tour that the whole family can enjoy
- Listen to commentary on the history of the bridge
- Live commentary on board
- Local guide
What's not included- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks (available to purchase)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Start:
- 201 S Huron Ave, Mackinaw City, MI 49701, USADeparture 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:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 8053P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Minimum drinking age is 21 years old
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travellers
- All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 8053P2
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- crzy4190 contributionsSisters sunset cruiseThis was our first cruise, and it won't be our last! The crew was excellent. The ride under the bridge was amazing! the views were unbelievable!Written 6 October 2024
- davenR4161FS0 contributionsMoney well spentPleasant folks to deal with. Boat seemed sturdy and roomy, although loud engines made it hard to hear at times. Otherwise great trip, wonderful views, good experience for those who don’t go boating often.Written 5 October 2024
- Trek507962604040 contributionsGREAT Experience and wonderful peopleWe had a great time and a BEAUTIFUL sunset! The lakes where choppy so we couldn't move around on the boat much but that didn't take away from the trip. Cruising under Big Mac was an experience I've never had before and gave me a whole new respect for the engineers and workers who built it. We'd definitely do this again!Written 2 October 2024
- B2374XMstevenl0 contributionsBeautiful viewsThe views were amazing caught some great weather. No clouds clear or sunset. It was really cool going under the bridge. Got some nice snapshots. There are drinks available on the ride including alcohol. The crew was great. My only small complaint it’s a long ride out there and back boat is very slow.. that’s a minor issueWritten 30 September 2024
- Mreiman10 contributionsGreat Experience!I love sunset cruises and this was no exception. It was a perfectly clear night with calm waters. I and then my wife were invited up to the wheelhouse where we chatted with the Captain who loved his job. We learned that he was retired from the US Army after 22 years and also had worked in the Federal Government. Thank you for your service to our country and to the people who’ve come to visit our beautiful state!Written 27 September 2024
- Jesse W0 contributionsGreat timeEveryone was super friendly, nice big boat you can expect 50-60 people on the boat, we got some amazing photos on the lakeWritten 22 September 2024
- cwm430740 contributionsGreatFriendly would do again everyone needs to tip personal for exception service! We had a week at Mackinaw and was a high lite.Written 19 September 2024
- joybE8094ZT0 contributionsPerfect night!Our experience was amazing! We were looking for things to do in the Upper Peninsula and Mackinaw that we hadn't already done before. We were celebrating our 44th anniversary and came in September so we could go to Pictured Rocks which we had never been able to time or plan on previous trips. Adding in the Sunset Cruise was just what we needed to make a finale to a beautiful week. The calm water and the perfect temperature was out of the operator's control but it was just perfect!Written 19 September 2024
- Joy B0 contributionsSunset Cruise was beautiful!We had a great time on this boat, We were celebrating my husband's cancer free status after 6 years of Stage 4 Melanoma and our 44th wedding anniversary next month. We wanted to do some things in our favorite place, Mackinaw City and the U.P. that we had not been able to do before. Sunset Cruise was one of them and I would do it again in a heart beat. The price was excellent. The weather (which the operators have NO control over was perfect. It was a warm September Friday night, Calm seas and a beautiful sunset! The only negative was a rowdy group of teens that eventually calmed down. It was such a beautiful night, I couldn't even let that bother me too much. For future reference though, I think a word from the Captain would have calmed them down. I don't know if anyone approached them, but they did calm down eventually.Written 19 September 2024
- ChefBecky0 contributionsMackinaw City tripThe sunset was beautiful. The weather was perfect. I highly recommend this cruise. I took many pictures of the bridge with the sun in the background. The crew was wonderful.Written 19 September 2024
- David D0 contributionsEnjoyable and funPleasant employees, atmosphere was light and fun and the weather was nice. It’s always fun to ride on interesting boats and it was very enjoyable.Written 19 September 2024
- EMcintyre20240 contributionsWell worth it !This was just a Sunset cruise, no history or details, which is fine. a few tidbits would've been ok. They have a small bar with limited drinks. The whole trip was pretty awesome and to actually be under the Mackinaw Bridge was amazing ! The Staff were very friendly ! Thanks for a great time!Written 19 September 2024
- karid8330 contributionsGreat sunset cruise!Me and my 2 sisters took the sunset cruise! We had a great time! The staff was very friendly! The people who were on the cruisr with us were very friendly as well, which made the cruise really enjoyable! I highly recommend doing this!Written 19 September 2024
- Erica B0 contributionsBest Tour Ever!This tour was the best choice ever! The gals were entertaining, so funny and super nice. Would definitely do more tours when we return to the area.Written 17 September 2024
- Tracey S0 contributionsSunset CruiseWe absolutely loved this sunset cruise! The weather was incredible and the captain and crew did a great job. Very informative 1+ hour trip under the Mackinaw Bridge. Little bar on board for drinks was a great extra. Highly recommend.Written 15 September 2024
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Fort Lauderdale, FL25 contributions
Jul 2024 • Friends
BEWARE! This company has brochures on both Mackinac Island and Mackinaw City. However, the tour ONLY leaves from Mackinaw City. I saw the brochure on Mackinac Island while we were staying there and assumed the boat tour left from Mackinac Island, so I booked a tour for 4 adults. The address was on Huron Avenue and both Mackinac Island and Mackinaw city have streets named Huron Avenue. When I realized my mistake about 2 hours after I booked, I called the company and left a message as they didn't open their offices until after 2:30 pm. They called me back and refused to refund my $122.96. I found this most disappointing. So be sure you are planning to leave from Mackinaw City if you want to take this tour.
Written 16 July 2024
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Shannon J
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Jul 2020 • Family
I don’t understand why they refuse to follow social distancing and pack people in the boat. That certainly is not following the Governor’s orders. They are bold enough to post they are not following the rules. Bought tickets and for a refund because I was not going to be packed in like sardines and exposing my family to Covid.
Written 29 July 2020
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Hello and thank you for your concern. I think you may be confused on the orders given by the State of Michigan. We do have it posted that we are unable to comply with social distancing hence why we require everyone to wear a mask, including staff. This is posted on our website, reservation confirmations and in multiple locations around our ticket office. If you were to look the the govenors orders it states that if you are unable to socially distance, masks need to be worn, which is the policy we have in place on our boat tours. We also have droped our capacity by 33% in order to allow for some space between our guests. If you have further questions about how we are protecting our staff and guests feel free to email me at tours@mackinawtour.com.
Thank You
Chris W
Written 30 July 2020
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Tracy V
Jackson, MI3 contributions
Jun 2020 • Family
This trip was so much fun for my entire family. Being under the bridge and being able to see the cars go over was one of the coolest things I’ve ever seen. My kids ages 7,10,14 and 16 enjoyed as well.
Written 20 June 2020
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HuberHeart
81 contributions
Everything was perfect. Purchasing tickets online and checking in at the dock was easy. The boat was clean and beverages were available for our have. Cap'n Tom and Deck hand Ben were spectacular. The best part though, aside from the beauty of the bridge, was the information & history provided was clearly spoken, easy to understand and easy to hear. I will mention though that going from the dock into the boat is a bit of a challenge if you have mobility issues, but there were plenty of people to help.
Written 22 June 2023
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Thanks so much for your review and kind words. Captain Tom and Ben are great. We try our best to have everyone enjoy the cruise. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in Mackinaw
Capt Chris
Written 23 June 2023
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palisades76
Branch122 contributions
This boat tour was so much fun! We learned lots of history about the Mackinac Bridge. It was very exciting to see the bridge from below. The boat comes to a stop several times so you have plenty of time for viewing. Highly recommend this experience!
Written 26 September 2022
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Carol M
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Aug 2024 • Family
We had the most amazing time. There were only 12 of us guests on and we all sat up front. Although the sound system didn't work we had the best guide on our trip. He was great! Since the sound system didn't work we all got free drinks! We were asking questions and he answered them and then some. When we landed we were offered money back since the system didn't work. We all refused saying we had the best time. I did the sunset cruise 3 years ago and it was also a blast!!!
Written 28 August 2024
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Lonnie S
Knox, IN4 contributions
Sept 2021 • Couples
Touring the Mighty Mac. That was really good. Then the tour on the ugly Annie. I couldn't hear very well. But the weather was great. And the trip to the island, that was fun. Be ready to climb hills and walk. The carriage ride had to be the best part of this day. We had a great time well worth the time.
Written 12 September 2021
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Michael J
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We couldn’t retrieve or either got tickets. Not one company had that cruises or anything similar kind of cruise!! We called all cruise companies. Summary we never got to do this. Wasted $52 (??) !!! Would appreciate a refund!
Written 29 August 2022
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Hello
I am not really sure how to respond to this review. I am thinking it is for another company as we do not have a Mackinac island bridge cruise. If this is for one of our cruises if we had to cancel a cruise due to weather you would have received a refund. If you didn’t show up for the cruise and we did go out, unfortunately we would not be able to refund.
If you have further questions feel free to email us at tours@mackinawtour.com
Hope you enjoyed your time in Mackinaw
Written 30 August 2022
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Renee L
La Crosse, WI41 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
Wonderful! I highly recommend this boat tour. It was very fun, relaxing, and informative. It is an hour and it is really fun to see the underside of the bridge.
I really appreciated the recorded informational audio! It was clear, spoken at a good pace and the information was so interesting and wasnt overloaded with too much info.
They sell some beer, wine, soda on board.
I really appreciated the recorded informational audio! It was clear, spoken at a good pace and the information was so interesting and wasnt overloaded with too much info.
They sell some beer, wine, soda on board.
Written 20 August 2022
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L5740GPpauls
Sylvania, GA2 contributions
Jul 2019 • Couples
It was nice to see the bridge but hard to understand the staff while the boat was moving we seemed rushed a little crowded not very organized but the view was nice
Written 18 July 2019
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Thanks for the review and am very sorry you had a hard time hearing us while the boat was out on the water. I am a little confused how we were not organized and how you felt rushed during the boat ride in which you are sitting down the entire cruise. I would be interested in hearing more about your concerns. If you have the time feel free to email me at info@mackinawtour.com.
I hope you enjoyed the rest of your vacation.
Capt Chris
Written 19 July 2019
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sjconley
Akron, Ohio
Hi, I'll be traveling with a small dog. If she's on a leash (w/harness), would I be allowed to take her on the cruise (I could carry her the entire time if necessary)?
Written 23 July 2021
I paid for this cruse but did not get a receipt or a boarding pass. The money was taken out of my bank account. It was for June 28 in the evening.
Written 18 June 2021
no steps, just need to step from the dock down into the boat.
Written 9 September 2019
Patrice Rogers
Smithville, Oklahoma
We would like to do the history cruise on September 22, 2 adults.
do we get tickets now or wait? What if we have to cancel our trip?
Written 16 July 2019
Is the boat the same one for the sunset Cruise as the one of the bridge history? I read one of your responses as the time will be posted. Can you do the bridge history and stay on for the sunset Cruise.
Written 3 September 2018
I think it is the same boat. Give them a call, the lady that answers is the captains mom. She was very nice
Written 3 September 2018
I am interested in the history tour but when I select my dates it just shows departure time at 5. Is that the sunset tour? I want to hear about the shipwrecks will that be covered?
Written 7 June 2018
The history tour leaves at 5. They have a sunset tour that changes time of departure based on the time of the sunset. That time is posted at the ticket booth.
Written 25 August 2018
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