And you’ll certainly feel this rich history come to life at the island’s legendary Grand Hotel, built back in 1887. If only those walls - or that incredible porch - could talk! Michael Deemer / 2. You Can Either Ferry Or Fly InĪs I mentioned previously, no cars are allowed on Mackinac Island, which means that getting there takes a bit of planning. Ferry service is offered from Mackinaw City, Michigan, and Saint Ignace, Michigan, both of which are about a 4.5-hour drive from Detroit and a 6.5-hour drive from Chicago.
Once you get on the ferry, expect to be on the island in less than 20 minutes.įlying to Mackinac is a bit trickier. The nearest commercial airport to the island is Pellston Regional Airport, 15 minutes south of the ferry dock in Mackinaw City. There are nonstop flights there from Detroit and Minneapolis. While the island does have a small airport, it’s for private and charter flights only.Īs with most magical vacation spots, getting here is an adventure and certainly part of the experience. Once you get to the main dock at Mackinac, you’ve got a few transportation options. You can walk to your accommodations, rent a bike to reach them (if you’re traveling light!), or call a Mackinac Island taxi in the form of a horse-drawn carriage. It’s a wonderful, old-fashioned way to travel, and you’ll become accustomed to the clip-clop sound of horse hooves during your visit.
The taxis operate just like they do at home: 24 hours a day, radio-dispatched, and with similar rates.
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