The Mackinaw City area is located at the northern most tip of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula on the shores of Lake Huron and Lake Michigan. It truly is a beautiful place to work, play, live and visit. Is it Mackinaw or Mackinac? (Both spellings are pronounced “aw”) The area was originally called Michinnimakinong by the Ottawa and Ojibwa Indians. The Mackinaw City marina is in the heart of the district. With shopping, dining and the Mackinaw Theater directly across the street, there is something for everyone. Watch the ferry or freighter traffic, the Mackinac Bridge at night or just take in the activity of the area.
Food & Drink
O’Reilly’s Pub & Restaurant: Celebrate Irish culture at O’Reilly’s, the largest copper bar in Northern Michigan. Fresh fish ‘n chips, a rack of ribs and the largest selection of draught beers and ales is available to you.
Mackinaw City Pizza Palace: Devour authentic Mackinaw City pizza at the Pizza Palace. EVERYTHING is made from scratch.
Audie’s Restaurant of Mackinaw City: Voted “Best All Around Restaurant” by readers of the Northern Express, Audie’s has the most extensive pictorial museum of the building of the Mackinaw Bridge. With three separately themed lounges, Audie’s has something for everyone.
Activities & Events
Mackinaw City is located right on the Great Lakes with a picturesque view of the Mackinaw Bridge. Visit Colonial Michilimackinac, founded in 1715, for an out-of-this-world experience. See soldiers marching in uniform, explore the fur trade of the 1700s and see how life was then with this reenactment of the time period. Stroll the streets of downtown, explore the fort or just relax and watch the freighters and ferries traveling between Mackinaw City and the Island.
