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Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse Admission
Product code 195154P5
From
From USD 11
Dates
Jun 6, 2026 to Oct 11, 2027
Travelers
Child ages 5-12, Adult ages 13-120
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Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse Admission
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Duration
1 hour to 3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
America/Detroit
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From
From USD 11
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse Admission
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Duration
1 hour to 3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
America/Detroit
Why Travelers Love This
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse was known as the "Castle on the Straits" upon its completion, and it's not hard to see why. The house and grounds are being restored back to its 1910 appearance, and interactive exhibits and galleries, informative demonstrations, and tours of the tower allow guests the opportunity to step back int time and see what life was like for keepers and mariners at the turn of the 20th century.
Overview
Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse was known as the "Castle on the Straits" upon its completion, and it's not hard to see why. The house and grounds are being restored back to its 1910 appearance, and interactive exhibits and galleries, informative demonstrations, and tours of the tower allow guests the opportunity to step back int time and see what life was like for keepers and mariners at the turn of the 20th century.
What's Included
Included
Tours of the Tower, space permitting
Not included
No exclusions listed.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
Admission included
Stop 1
Exhibits The Keepers’ Quarters contains three rooms restored to their 1910 appearance and a gallery exhibit. Exhibits devoted to optics and lenses as well as sound and fog signals are located on the main floor of the house. The second floor features a gallery space that tell the story of Keeper George Marshall and his family. Movies Shipwrecks of the Straits and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse Tower Tour are presented in the Barn. Straits of Mackinac Shipwreck Museum Located in the reconstructed warehouse, this exhibit features audiovisual displays and a variety of original artifacts to tell the story of the numerous shipwrecks that dot the Straits of Mackinac. Fog Signal Whistle A demonstration of the Fog Signal Whistle, led by a costumed interpreter, will take place in front of the Fog Signal Building at 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. Tower Tours Tours of the Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse tower take place at scheduled times throughout the day.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Policy type
All Sales Final
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0+ days before
Review Summary
4.6
13 reviews
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