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A rock with a plaque and a tree trunk. 1
A coastal building with a white facade, green lawn, and trees. 2
A smartphone displaying a map with a distance marker of 9 km to start, options to get directions, and a voice map feature. 3
A wooden boardwalk with cyclists and pedestrians. 4
Mackinac Island Public School building with a sign in front. 5
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Price is €10 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 15m
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Overview

  • Explore Michigan’s Mackinac Island on a self-guided walking tour highlighting Somewhere in Time's filming locations. This picturesque island, with its preserved Victorian architecture and car-free charm, was the perfect backdrop for the 1912-set film. Starting at the iconic “Somewhere in Time Tree,” you’ll visit spots like Windermere Point and Marquette Park while hearing insider stories from Dan Dewey, a production assistant and island resident. Along the way, gain behind-the-scenes insights into how the movie was made and the challenges of filming on this unique, timeless island.

Activity location

  • "Somewhere in Time" Tree
    • 7798 West Bluff Road
    • 49757, Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • "Somewhere in Time" Tree
    • 7798 West Bluff Road
    • 49757, Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States

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Somewhere in Time and Mackinac Island: Film Sites Audio Guide in English

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes1h 15m
    1h 15m
  • Opening hours: Tue 00:00-23:59
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
€10.39 x 1 Adult€10.39
Total
Price is €10.39

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
  • Inclusions
    The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
  • Inclusions
    Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Inclusions
    Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Inclusions
    Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
  • Exclusions
    Smartphone and headphones

Know before you book

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

"Somewhere in Time" Tree (Pass by)

Start your journey at the "Somewhere in Time" Tree, a critical location where Elise famously asks Richard, "Is it you?" This iconic tree sets the tone for the rest of the tour, bringing the magic of the movie’s time-travel plot to life.

Mackinac Island Playground (Pass by)

Pass by Mackinac Island Playground, a charming spot just off the beaten path. Though not a filming location, it captures the island’s quaint, timeless charm that made it the perfect setting for the movie.

Mackinac Island Public School (Pass by)

Glimpse Mackinac Island Public School, nestled in the heart of the island. Its presence provides a window into the everyday life of the island’s residents, who played a key role in supporting the film’s production.

Windermere Point (Pass by)

Stop at Windermere Point, a scenic spot with breathtaking views of the water and the nearby lighthouse. This location was used for key scenes, blending the island’s natural beauty with the film's romantic storyline.

Round Island Passage Lighthouse (Pass by)

As you pass by Round Island Passage Lighthouse, appreciate its picturesque presence on the horizon. Though not a central filming spot, its proximity to the island adds to the overall atmosphere of the movie.

Marquette Park (Pass by)

Walk through Marquette Park, where some memorable outdoor scenes were filmed against the backdrop of Mackinac’s iconic Victorian architecture. The park’s wide-open spaces offered the perfect stage for many pivotal moments.

Mission Point Resort (Pass by)

End your tour at Mission Point Resort, the final scene of the movie’s grand conclusion. This historic site provided the perfect setting for the emotional climax, capturing the essence of Mackinac Island’s timeless beauty.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    "Somewhere in Time" Tree
    • 7798 West Bluff Road
    • 49757, Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    "Somewhere in Time" Tree
    • 7798 West Bluff Road
    • 49757, Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States

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