Shopping in Mackinaw City, Michigan

Mackinaw City, Michigan is located just moments south of Mackinaw Island, and worth the trip to do a little shopping.

The unique variety of shops available to Mackinaw City visitors, is a nice change of pace from the ordinary mall. There is an array of fudge shops to choose from when it comes to satisfying your sweet tooth, but there are also many other one-of-a-kind shops that are just waiting for you.

Hush Puppies Factory Direct

This nationally recognized brand offers shoes for the entire family, and at a fair price  at  Hush Puppies Factory Direct. It is open year-round, so stop by any time that is convenient for you.

Coffman Hardware

This two-story hardware store is made for the handyman in your family. Not only do they offer hardware, they also offer sporting goods. This store features the largest collection of cutlery in the entire state of Michigan. They are an authorized Case and Case Select dealer, that also carries Browning, Gerber, and Marbles goods. This is the place to go for all your camping supplies, RV supplies, Coleman parts, bait & tackle, fishing & hunting licenses, paint, stain, and a large selection of electrical and plumbing supplies.

Sophia's Shirt Shop & Things

Here, you can find that special quilt that will be passed down generation to generation in your family, as well as other gifts for every occasion. They also offer sweatshirts, jackets, t-shirts, handcrafted quilted jackets, upscale fashionwear, and collectibles.

Woodland Creek Furniture, Inc.

This is perhaps the most exotic store in Michigan. It features some of the most unique furniture, all handcrafted and made of rare woods. Take a look at their selection of clocks, burl wood tables, artwork, headboards, footboards, and other interesting pieces of furniture.

Mango Tree Press

Mango Tree Press is a unique publishing company that specializes in local authors from Northern Michigan. They offer children's books and visitors should always be checking back with them for new releases.

O'Briens Shirts & Gifts

There are shirts here for people of all sizes. From infants to the big & tall. They carry a huge line of varying styles. They have both t-shirts and sweatshirts, with over 1000 different designs to choose from.

Candy Corner/Windjammer Gifts

This newly rebuilt, 2 story candy and gift shop offers fudge, candy (including sugar-free), carmel corn, salt water taffy, ice cream, souvenirs, clothing, gifts, film, and trolls. The entire second floor is filled with clearance and discount items, along with tons of anchor decor. This store is open all year round, so be sure to stop by at your convenience.

Mackinac Bay Trading Company

This indoor shopping mall offers an internet cafe, wine tasting room, interactive fudge making, lodge furniture and accessories, teddy bear factory, several clothing outlets, and much, much more.

Three Pines Studio

An operational studio and gallery that features over 50 local artists. They also hold workshops in basket making, clay, drawing, fiber, glass, and painting. Call ahead for workshop schedule.

Twisted Crystal

Featuring handcrafted goodies that make perfect gifts for loved ones, or for your own home decor. They offer wire-wrapped and beaded jewelry, genuine and lab-grown stones, sterling silver and one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces, unique clothing, and more. All at low prices.

These aforementioned stores are only a portion of the specialty stores that Mackinaw City offers. There are stores that specialize in renaissance clothing, hats, sportswear, guns, knives, swords, quill boxes, books, and much more. You'll just have to see to believe. However, you can be sure that you could easily spend an entire day exploring this city's shops. Mackinaw City makes for a perfect day trip when vacationing in Mackinac Island.