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Somewhere in Time and Mackinac Island: Film Sites Audio Guide
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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.
Highlights
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Meeting Points
Departure
"Somewhere in Time" Tree
The tour starts at the Somewhere in Time Rock. Turn left onto Main St. after you depart the ferry docks. Keep walking until you reach a boardwalk. Walk to the end of the boardwalk, then keep walking several yards until you see the Somewhere in Time rock amongst the trees on the water side
Return
Mission Point Resort
The tour ends at Mission Point Theatre.
Somewhere in Time and Mackinac Island: Film Sites Audio Guide
About
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.
Highlights
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Meeting Points
Departure
"Somewhere in Time" Tree
The tour starts at the Somewhere in Time Rock. Turn left onto Main St. after you depart the ferry docks. Keep walking until you reach a boardwalk. Walk to the end of the boardwalk, then keep walking several yards until you see the Somewhere in Time rock amongst the trees on the water side
Return
Mission Point Resort
The tour ends at Mission Point Theatre.
Itinerary
1
"Somewhere in Time" Tree
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.
2
Mackinac Island Playground
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.
3
Mackinac Island Public School
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.
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Windermere Point
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.
5
Round Island Passage Lighthouse
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.
6
Marquette Park
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.
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Mission Point Resort
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.
