Things To Do
Photo Scavenger Hunt
People always ask us what to do on Mackinac Island so we created three fun photo scavenger hunts for our book, Mindful Mackinac. Follow the link to get our downloadable PDF for Scavenger Hunt #1.
Tour Fort Mackinac
Delve in to Mackinac's history at Fort Mackinac, where a 19th-century military outpost comes alive with cannon blasts and costumed interpreters. After touring the fort, have lunch or a drink at the Tea Room. The harbor views are amazing!
Visit the Mackinac Art Museum
View the collections of fine art and craft on Mackinac Island, and head upstairs to see the Contemporary Art Show.
Rent Bikes at Mackinac Wheels
Take a ride around Mackinac's perimeter, or see if you can find where we got engaged at Croghan's Water Trail!
Wawashkamo Golf Club
Play a round of golf at one of Michigan's oldest active courses. Call (906) 847-3871 to set a tee time.
Hike the Fairy Forest
Locate the bubbling brook on Croghan's Water Trail off of British Landing Road and you'll find Natalia's favorite spot on the island and where we got engaged.
Picnic Lunch in Marquette Park
Grab food at Doud's Market or Island Slice and settle in to the peaceful green space of Marquette Park beneath Fort Mackinac.
& More!
You can also visit the Mackinac Island Butterfly House or Wings of Mackinac; go horseback riding with Cindy's Riding Stable; or take a carriage tour with Mackinac Island Carriage Tours. Mackinac Island Tourism Bureau has all of the details!
Breakfast at Watercolor Cafe
Watercolor Cafe is Mackinac Island’s cozy morning retreat, where fresh coffee, creative breakfast bites, and lakeside views come together to start your day just right.
Dinner at the Pink Pony
The Pink Pony is Mackinac Island’s legendary waterfront hangout with delicious food and great drinks where the party never quits.
Cocktails at the Cupola Bar
Drink up beautiful Mackinac panoramic views and masterful cocktails at the top of the Grand Hotel. (Come dressed to impress, or get left in the lobby.)
Nightcap at Hotel Iroquois
Cap off the night with Hotel Iroquois’s decadent dessert drinks.