Location: Sturgeon Bay
Top Things to do in Sturgeon Bay
The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin (WI)
Sturgeon Bay is a city in and the county seat of Door County, Wisconsin, United States. The population was 9,144 at the 2010 census. It is located at the natural end of Sturgeon Bay, although the Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal was built across the remainder of the Door Peninsula.
Restaurants in Sturgeon Bay
1. Popelka Trenchard Glass
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By quack20 - Bannockburn, United States
Highly recommend this for family fun, probably better for older kids, not little ones. We booked a family glass blowing class with Jeremy. He is a patient, outstanding teacher. We booked a 3 hour class, he gave us a demonstration and then he worked with us on pieces. Very informative, made us feel at ease, safe and offered great suggestions on ways to make our pieces that more special. We were thrilled with the results when we picked up our pieces the next day. Everyone at the studio is very kind and the kids loved petting Whiskey, the studio dog. Now we have some great souvenirs of our trip to Door county including our own Christmas ornaments. Highly recommend and we will book again on our next trip.
2. Door County Dog Store
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
Home of STOVE DOG BAKERY. Dog cookies baked in the shop. Sweaters and coats for furry friends. Collars, leashes, boots and lots more. Don't forget our self-service dog wash, with a waist high tub, shampoo, towels and blow dryer. Call for availability.
3. Door County Candle Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By nobodys414
On a rainy spring day while on vacation, we took the kids around Door County to eat, shop, and see the area. We stopped at this cute little candle company. My girls loved dipping their own candle and I loved the smell of their wax melts.
4. Lily Bay Pottery
5. Destination Door County
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 42 reviews
Located at 1015 Green Bay Road on the south end of Sturgeon Bay. The Door County Visitor Bureau and Welcome Center is the perfect place to stop as you begin your vacation. Get local insight and trip planning assistance, charge your vehicle at our EVS station, repair your bike at our repair station so you are ready to hit the road or pick up a free packet of activity sheets and crayons for the kids. The lobby is open 24/7 year round as a comfort stop with free Wi-Fi. Browse our brochures and guide books to help you find the area's attractions, dining and lodging.
6. Dancing Bear Toys
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By momnpt
This is a wonderful shop with an awesome assortment of toys for all ages. It is a regular stop for us every time we are in town. Saying hello to Jean Louise ( the store kitty) is a highlight.
7. Door County Maritime Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 398 reviews
Where Great Lakes maritime history comes alive! Located along Sturgeon Bay’s working waterfront, the Door County Maritime Museum showcases the area’s rich maritime roots. The museum features several interactive exhibits, as well as tours of the immaculately restored seagoing tugboat John Purves. Hard-working fishermen, brave ship captains, skilled craftsmen, bold inventors and lonely lighthouse keepers are just some of the personalities you’ll discover in the galleries of the museum.
Reviewed By Scott077 - Saint Louis, United States
This is a wonderful museum with some history of the town's contributions to the ship building industry and contributions to the war effort WWII. Plan to spend at least a couple of hours to take it all in. If you are lucky enough to be able to take a tour of the tug John Purvess, I would jump on it. Special thanks to Executive Director Osgood for taking time to conduct a non-scheduled tour of the tug John Purvess!!!! The museum is in safe hands with him.
8. Simon Creek Vineyard & Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 349 reviews
Reviewed By freddybear1945 - Fox Lake, United States
The special time of the year is from the middle of May throught the Middle of October, Music, great Wine, lots of fun to set out enjoying the wineMusic and abundance of freindly people. Don't miss this place as it is the BEST
9. Door Peninsula Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 543 reviews
Located in the heart of Carlsville (10 miles north of Sturgeon Bay), Door Peninsula Winery offers a full tasting experience. Enjoy free samples of all wines and ciders offered by Door Peninsula Winery daily. Sample gourmet foods like Cherry Wine Cheese, homemade fudge, mustards, jellies, salsa and more. Fat Louie's Olive Oils & Vinegars are also available for sample & purchase. Tour the winery production area for only $3 per person. Visit Door County Distillery, attached to the winery, for samples of Award-Winning Gin, Vodkas, Brandies & Whiskey.
Reviewed By Lovewineandmartinis
We love visiting Door Peninsula Winey! Loved the outdoor wine tasting! My favorite is the cherry vodka. I Always take a bottle home with me. The shop has so much to choose from.
10. Door County Historical Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 151 reviews
Reviewed By AndrewFromMadison - Madison, United States
The museum is full of exhibits, but not dissimilar from other historical museums in biggish cities. What makes it stand apart is a historical Fire Station - and it has real fire trucks inside too!
