Location: Saint Ignace
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Saint Ignace, usually written as St. Ignace, is a city at the southern tip of the Upper Peninsula of the U.S. state of Michigan, bordering the Straits of Mackinac. The population was 2,452 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Mackinac County. For travelers coming from the Lower Peninsula, St. Ignace is the gateway to the northern part of the state.
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1. Mackinac Bridge
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5.0 based on 1,350 reviews
Linking Michigan's two peninsulas, this mighty bridge has a total length of five miles.
Reviewed By GoAlong2 - Seattle, United States
We went over the bridge once in the evening and then in the afternoon a few days later. The bridge towers high above the straits separating Lake Michigan from Lake Huron, and is several miles long. There are viewpoints along the shoreline at either end of the bridge. We stopped at on on the St Ignace side at a gift shop with a viewing platform. The speed limit on the bridge is 25 mph, so there is plenty of time to enjoy the view while driving over. The toll is $4 each way for a passenger car. There are two lanes in each direction with the center lanes made of steel grating which makes a humming sound as you drive. The outer lanes are paved. At night the bridge is lit with lights, for a good evening view. With its tall support towers and long suspension span (longest in North America) the bridge is an engineering marvel that connects the upper and lower peninsulas of Michigan.
2. Huron Village
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This site was home to a settlement of Huron Indians, as well as Fr. Jacques Marquette's mission.
3. North Shore Sport Fishing Charters
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Fishing Charter
4. Manley’s Fish Market
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5.0 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By RICART75 - Peru, United States
This is a wonderful little local, smoked fish store. Its ramshackle, rustic ambiance adds to the experience. After picking up some smoked whitefish, and then a burger, fries, and malt from Clyde's Drive-in; we went to Bridgeview Park and had a wonderful picnic (with the seagulls enjoying the fish skin, almost as much as we did the meat). This was one of the best meals we had during our trip. The fish was so good, one could even forgive the Packers' orientation to the fish market (being Bears & Colts fans ourselves). We look forward to a return visit to Manley's, on our next trip to the area. We would definitely like trying the smoked salmon and trout (both being sold out when we stopped in).
5. Great Lakes Air
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Great Lakes Air provides on-demand Air Taxi, private Air Charter, and Flight Instruction (based at Alpena Regional Airport).
Reviewed By minzapinza - Atlanta, United States
Jack was a wonderful, professional and fun pilot who flew us from Pellston to Mackinac Island (and back a few days later). Once we had collected our luggage in Pellston, Jack walked us next door where we boarded a small plane. Jennifer communicated with me via email to make all the arrangements including arranging for a horse and carriage to meet us at the Mackinac Island airport for our ride to the Grand Hotel. We saved time and enjoyed a great view of the Island on our way over. Their pricing was far better than their competitors and our experience was seamless and easy. We would definitely use them again and recommend them to anyone traveling from Pellston to Mackinac Island.
6. Horn's Odds & Ends
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Horn's Odds & Ends! Antique and Thrift store. Open Every Day 9am-6pm.
Reviewed By RICART75 - Peru, United States
We stopped in and enjoyed exploring the large selection of memorabilia, antiques and general hodgepodge housed within. This is an old-school shop (in age and ambiance); where one has to sometimes slide sideways between crowded isles, not to knock down a stack or pile of items. The staff person was friendly, and willing to haggle on some "must-haves" we discovered. Never knowing what one may find; this is one of those places that make the "hunt" so addicting.
7. Gold Mine Jewelry and Custom Design
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Gold Mine Jewelry & Custom Design has been building friendships for over 30 years through trust and service. We're proud to featuring our original Mackinac Bridge, Mackinac Island and Great Lakes pieces all designed in house by our jeweler and GIA certified graduate gemologist.
8. Museum of Ojibwa Culture
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4.5 based on 336 reviews
We are OPEN for the season. At this National Historic Landmark, visitors can learn about 17th century St. Ignace: the Ojibwa who formed the population, the Huron refugees and the French who established the area as the center of fur trade. Check out our award winning Clan Park, the fun kids area, our authentic Native store along with the beautiful new Sculpture Park and our Longhouse on our grounds. Also visit Father Marquette's burial site in our Marquette Mission Park. Admission is by donation. Must be seen to be believed! Amazing! Bus tours welcome..please call ahead.
Reviewed By bigspaniel - Arlington, United States
Pleasantly surprised by this small but rich museum which tells the interesting story of the Ojibwa people who live in Michigan. Very good introductory video and several interesting displays and artifacts. Don't miss the outdoor displays, which include a traditional long house. Well worth stopping for. Easy parking around the museum.
9. St. Ignace Chamber of Commerce
10. Star Line Mackinac Island Hydro-Jet Ferry
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4.5 based on 614 reviews
Reviewed By lilla-svenska - Worthington, United States
The Star Line ferry is efficient and friendly. They take your bags and bikes and whatever else at the dock and bring you and your stuff safely to the other side. If you're traveling to spend a few nights on the island your bags are transferred to the hotel seamlessly. If you're traveling back from your stay on the island, they pick them up from your hotel and bring them back and store them on the dock until you arrive. Friendly, cost effective and fast. Parking is conveniently located at the dock for varying prices depending on if it's valet or self park, but your car is secure and monitored.
