Mackinac Bridge History Cruise
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Learn the history of shipwrecks as you travel over them, local Native American folk-lore, learn about living in the north country and the maritime history of the area while cruising under the “Mighty” Mackinac Bridge. Get up close to this awe-inspiring piece of architecture.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum drinking age is 21 years old
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Mackinac Bridge
Take a trip under the Mackinac Bridge aboard Ugly Anne (an authentic North Atlantic wooden lobster boat from the Gulf of Maine). Information will be given by a local guide about the over 80 shipwrecks, building of the Mackinac Bridge and the car ferries that traversed the Straits for over 100 years. See Fort Michilimackinac and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse from the water. Enjoy the cruise with historic video footage, live narration from natives to the Northern Great Lakes region, while traveling under the Mackinac Bridge. Questions are encouraged while on the tour.
Colonial Michilimackinac
Take a trip under the Mackinac Bridge aboard Ugly Anne (an authentic North Atlantic wooden lobster boat from the Gulf of Maine). Information will be given by a local guide about the over 80 shipwrecks, building of the Mackinac Bridge and the car ferries that traversed the Straits for over 100 years. See Fort Michilimackinac and Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse from the water. Enjoy the cruise with historic video footage, live narration from natives to the Northern Great Lakes region, while traveling under the Mackinac Bridge. Questions are encouraged while on the tour.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Live commentary on board
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks (available to purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Options
Mackinac Bridge History Cruise
Mackinac Bridge History Cruise
Reviews
95 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour. Beautiful views!
dwes70,,Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a lovely tour. Nice ride up to and under the bridge. Friendly staff and lots of interesting history. Highly recommended.
Highly Recommend
Vicki A,,Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful boat ride and the people that work here are very knowledgeable about the area and super nice!
Nice boat trip,...
Michelle B,,Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice boat trip, experienced crew. Everyone was friendly and informative. A little hard to hear the narration in the back of the boat . Would do another tour.
Very Friendly Staff!
Nicole H,,Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The staff were very friendly and helpful. Bring a jacket or sweatshirt, it is cold on Lake Huron. Be careful where you sit, you could get wet. Very educational, great for history buffs, those that love bridges, or anyone that loves to be on the lake. Great photo ops of the bridge and the lake.
Fun trip
Dani K,,Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A fun informative experience. Friendly and knowledgeable staff made our group feel welcomed. Wanted to see the bridge from both sides
Fun Cruise
761roxanneh,,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great trip! The crew was very informative. We enjoyed and it would highly recommend the cruise. The waves were fun as well.
Great tour of the Mackinac Bridge
I712XPpatriciav,,Jul 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The captain was well informed regarding the history of the Mackinac Bridge. We took some great photos of the bridge and the surrounding area. The staff were helpful as well. I would highly recommend this tour.
Nice Mackinac Bridge history tour.
Safari215203,,Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was refreshing to see the huge 5 mile suspension bridge from underneath. One side is paved with the other side is metal and you are able to see straight through. Pretty cool.
Interesting little tour
Kaitlynn B,,Jul 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was cool to see the bridge from an angle you don't typically see. The captain and crew were friendly. I would absolutely do this again.
Bridge History Cruise
bediek2024,,Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed the tour and history of the bridge. The views close to and under the bridge were great! Would definitely recommend this cruise
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Operated by Ugly Anne/ Straits Area Tour Company