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Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse

207 W Sinclair St, Mackinaw City, MI 49701
231 436 4100
4.5 of 5 stars 16 Reviews
Type: Lighthouses
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Warner Robins, Georgia
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

So wonderful to see this lighthouse restored. Tour guides are dresses in period appropriate costume which adds to the experience. Must see views from the top of the lighthouse. More

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Grand Rapids, Mi
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

The view was beautiful. However we arrived at 11,and the lighthouse was closed. We went to the door of the store which had an open sign and we could see the woman inside. she did not answer or acknowledge us. the sign said open! More

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Michigan
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

Old Mackinac is a wonderful place to visit, not only for the beautiful views, but also to see the wonderful restoration they have done. The low admission price is one of the best values in the area! More

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Milan, Michigan
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2012

This place is breath taking. The picture possibilities are endless and the staff that works it is awesome and informative. More

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Apache Junction, Arizona
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 7, 2011
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Good picture scenes. Views of the bridge...souvinirs in the shop...and a climb to the top of the lighthouse More

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Cleveland, Ohio
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269 reviews 269 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 7, 2011
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Wonderful opportunity to climb to top of lighthouse. View is incredible, but this was so much more than just a photo op. The guide (Patrick?) was dressed in the lighthouse keeper's dress oufit was so knowledgeable and enthusiasic; it was a pleasure talking with him. The lighthouse displays are very interesting and there is a great short video (in a... More

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Franklin
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2011

The view is fantastic. The lighthouse keeper was knowledgeable. It was fun. More

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Midland, Michigan
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 24, 2011
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Even if you do not pay to enter, but merely stay outside and shoot photographs, spending time here is worthwhile. Previous reviewers mentioned women dressed in period costume. I did not see them. However, during my visit, a young man was dressed in a lighthouse keeper's uniform. He was very pleasant. I enjoy reading the text of museum displays and... More

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Cincinnati, OH
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79 reviews 79 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 15, 2011
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The lighthouse house and tower are very well done. Excellent bay and bridge views from the top tower. The tower is not wheelchair accessible. Your best bet is to buy the membership for $65 for unlimited people for the lighthouse, Colonial fort, Ft. Mackinaw and the Millcreek park. More

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Indiana
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74 reviews 74 reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 28, 2011
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We went last year with our dog and went back again. Friendly interpreters and very well done displays. More

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