Top Things to do in Great Lakes Bay
Top Hotels in Great Lakes Bay
- 1. Bavarian Inn Lodge
- 2. Frankenmuth Motel
- 3. The H Hotel
- 4. Drury Inn & Suites Frankenmuth
- 5. Americas Best Value Inn Birch Run
- 6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Frankenmuth, an IHG Hotel
- 7. Hampton Inn & Suites Bay City
- 8. Hampton Inn & Suites Saginaw
- 9. Baymont by Wyndham Midland
- 10. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bay City - Riverfront
Top 10 Free Things to do in Great Lakes Bay, Great Lakes Bay
Discover the best top things to do in Great Lakes Bay, United States including Sage Branch Library, Chippewa Nature Center, Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum, St. Lorenz Lutheran Church, Saginaw Valley Rail Trail, Bavarian Inn Holz Brucke Covered Bridge, St. Julian Winery, Frankenmuth River Place Shops, The Historical Museum of Bay County, Riverwalk Pier.
Restaurants in Great Lakes Bay
1. Sage Branch Library
2. Chippewa Nature Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 97 reviews
Reviewed By Rachel_Marie_Be - Midland, United States
The Chippewa Nature Center is a wonderful resource for people in the area and a fun attraction for visiting nature lovers. The Center includes acres of natural land to explore on your own, but they also host events (check their website!) if that's more your style. If you live nearby, I highly recommend their programs and summer camps for children. Your kids will have a blast and learn a lot about the natural world and Chippewa culture. If you're planning a visit, check out Maple Syrup Day (usually in February or March), where you can help craft maple syrup and enjoy the fruits of your labor with a delicious pancake lunch!
3. Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 66 reviews
The Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum is a FREE and open to the public museum which features a unique collection of more than two thousand objects that span the 70-year career of Detroit-based public sculptor Marshall M. Fredericks (1908-1998). He is known nationally and internationally for his impressive monumental figurative sculpture, public memorials, fountains, portraits, and medals.
4. St. Lorenz Lutheran Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 126 reviews
Reviewed By robbygc - Toronto, Canada
This St. Lorenz Lutheran Church was founded in 1845 by German immigrants who came to Saginaw Valley. Church on Sunday is at 6:00 and 9:30 A,M. They have a cemetery. They have stained-glass windows. The cross is at the very top. They also have lots of flowers. The organ is beautiful! They have a tower and a steeple. The church was built with red bricks. It is gorgeous! Wow!
5. Saginaw Valley Rail Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By buckeyeblazer - Upper Sandusky, United States
This rail trail is well maintained. The trail is paved and smooth. There is a side trail that goes to several eateries in Saginaw. There was plenty of parking when we were there. Distance round trip with extension was around 24 miles.
6. Bavarian Inn Holz Brucke Covered Bridge
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 48 reviews
Reviewed By jakb1969 - Detroit, United States
The kids were pooped at the end of our visit, so I walked alone from our parking spot at the Bavarian Inn. It was lit up and it is all wooden. You can walk along the side to get to the other side (I did not though), and it you can still see through the sides. Very well-made bridge that cars were driving on easily. It's not super long, so I'd say it takes a minute driving on, if that. It's right off the main street of Frankenmuth next to Bavarian Inn.
7. St. Julian Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 133 reviews
Our wines are made exclusively from grapes grown in the Lake Michigan Shore Appellation - one of the most fertile growing regions in the nation - which not only sets us apart from other wineries in the state, but has been instrumental in making us Michigan's most-awarded winery. Our wide selection of award-winning wines ranges from internationally recognized dry wines to award-winning sweet wines, and everything in between. We are also proud to offer craft distilled spirits, and ciders.
Reviewed By poukala - Macomb, United States
We have been here multiple times over the years, and always have a great experience. The wines are very good, we always have a great experience, and had a nice visit.
8. Frankenmuth River Place Shops
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 831 reviews
Enjoy more than 40 unique shops and attractions in this authentic re-creation of a Bavarian village. Fun for the whole family! Learn more at frankenmuthriverplace.com!
Reviewed By silverbrook - London, Canada
Frankenmuth River Place Shops is a great collection of unique shops and cafes that fit in with the Bavarian style of the town. The area is set up like a little village with paths that wind through the different shops as well as sitting areas, a water feature, and common areas where there is live music at times. The main entrance through the town is via a bridge over the Cass River. This entrance also gives you easy access to the river boat ride that takes you for a leisurely cruise along the water. There is another entrance with lots of parking on the other side of the shopping area. Although there are some chain shops such as the Yankee Candle Company, there are also some unique stores in this little mall as well such as the Enchanted Forest, which also has a little outdoor display that is adorable. There is a little something for everyone in this eclectic group of shops
9. The Historical Museum of Bay County
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
10. Riverwalk Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By ael48601 - Seattle, United States
Living in the old town area for a few months I ran here almost every evening. People also fish, skateboard and roller skate here. It has great sunsets in the evening with plenty of dining and bar options near the old downtown area.
