Mackinaw City travel guide
Mackinaw City Tourism | Mackinaw City Guide
You're Going to Love Mackinaw City
With a population of 806, Mackinaw City is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Mackinaw City to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Mackinaw City
When to visit Mackinaw City
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mackinaw City in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °F, with an average temperature of 15.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Mackinaw City, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.
How to Get to Mackinaw City
Plane
When flying to Mackinaw City, you’ll arrive at Pellston Emmet County (PLN), which is located 23 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Mackinaw City departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 17m.
Car
Another option to get to Mackinaw City is to pick up a car rental from Grand Rapids, which is about 321 km from Mackinaw City. You’ll find branches of Movly and Budget, among others, in Grand Rapids.
Airports near Mackinaw City
Airlines serving Mackinaw City
Where to stay in Mackinaw City
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Baymont by Wyndham Mackinaw City and Court Plaza Inn & Suites. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Mackinaw City, with prices from $54 to $812 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mackinaw City are about 134% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Mackinaw City
Most booked hotels in Mackinaw City
Renting a car in Mackinaw City
Renting a car in Mackinaw City costs $155 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 41% more expensive than at Pellston Emmet County.
Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Mackinaw City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31.