Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours

515 E. Portage Ave., Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
Visit Website
Reservations
Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours Photo
Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours Photo 2
Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours Photo 3
Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours Photo 4
Locking through the Soo Locks Photo 5
Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours Photo 6
Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours Photo 7
Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours Photo 8

Operating since 1959 and heading into our 65th season, Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours offers a variety of cruises aboard our larger and more comfortable iconic yellow and blue tour boats. Make your visit to the U.P. memorable with a trip through the Soo Locks, located 50 miles north of the Mackinac Bridge. Experience a 90-minute tour through the Soo Locks, the world's largest parallel locking system that resolves the 21-foot variance between Lake Huron and Lake Superior. During the summer months, the lighthouse cruise is also a memorable educational and relaxing maritime adventure.

Local: (906) 632-2512
Fax: (906) 632-2534

Social

Review Rating: 5 out of 5
Cindy V | September 2024
Famous Soo Locks boat trip
Very enjoyable and full of great information. The gal was very knowledgeable and entire crew from ticket booth to shop crew were accommodating. It is well worth the ticket price.
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
pbsetter | September 2024
Famous Soo Locks Boat Tour - Well worth it
Crew was very welcoming and knowledgeable. Answered any and all questions. Enjoyed experiencing the functionality of the Locjs.
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
TheRubberKitty | September 2024
Great fun learning history
What a great time learning about the lock system. The country would be in dire straights without all that passes through on these ships. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. The scenery was...
Review Rating: 5 out of 5
David P | August 2024
Choose Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours
Our trip through the Soo Locks was amazing. Seeing the big freighters up close and personal was wonderful. Going through the locks was very interesting and fun. We took another family group through...
Review Rating: 2 out of 5
Katie G | August 2024
A 3 Hour Tour 🤪
It would have been a four star review if the experience didn’t got way over the time the tour claims to be (90 min). We boarded 15 minutes late. No big deal. But then we went on the tour and it took...

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

Overall Rating: 4.5 out of 5

Based on 50 TripAdvisor Reviews

Read all TripAdvisor Reviews
Amenities
Features
  • Accessibility
  • Family-friendly
  • Pet-friendly
  • Motorcoach Parking
  • WiFi
Season(s) of Operation
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
Accessible Travel
Accessible Travel Amenities
  • Wheelchair Accessible Parking
  • Service Animal Friendly
  • Barrier Free Entrance
Blind/Low Vision
  • Audio Descriptions for exhibits and other media
  • Guided Tours
Mobility/Wheelchair Users
  • Passenger drop off/pick-up
  • Wheelchair accessible entrances at main entry
  • Wheelchair accessible restrooms
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
Accessible Facility Amenities
  • Accessible Viewing Area

What's Nearby

Cabin/Cottage/Vacation Rentals
Hotels & Motels
adoba Lockview Motel
More Info
Native American/Ethnic History
Kid's Attractions
Outdoors
Tours
Boating
Cruises
Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours
More Info
Art Galleries
Great Lakes Art Gallery
More Info
Art Galleries
Malls/Outlets
Island Books & Crafts
More Info
Restaurants
Karl's Cuisine, Winery & Brewery
More Info
Kid's Attractions
Outdoors
Golfing
Lockside Mini Golf
More Info