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28 Best and Fun Things To Do In Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin


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This is a small Midwestern town known for its stunning views of Lake Michigan. Sturgeon Bay is home to several museums, parks, and trails, making it an ideal place to visit with the whole family.

If you’re into history, you’ll want to stop by the Door County Maritime Museum. Here, visitors can learn more about the history of the Great Lakes and look at beautiful model ships.

There is also Cave Point County Park, ideal for nature lovers and people who enjoy being active outdoors. It is home to a 400-million-year-old rugged limestone shoreline and is a great place for swimming and hiking.

Read our list below to discover more great things to do in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

The 28 Most Popular Things To Do In Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

28. Bradley Lake

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

27. Lilly Bay

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

26. Door Peninsula

3.5 ★★★★☆ (4 reviews)

25. Legacy Nature Preserve at Clay Banks

4.8 ★★★★★ (5 reviews)

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Location: 1188 S Lake Michigan Dr Streeturgeon Bay WI

Web Address:   https://doorcountylandtrust.org/legacy-preserve-at-clay-banks/

24. Tug John Purves

4.3 ★★★★☆ (8 reviews)

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Location: 120 N Madison Ave Streeturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  920 743 5958

Web Address:   http://dcmm.org/exhibits/sturgeon-bay/tug-john-purves/

23. Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal

4.4 ★★★★☆ (10 reviews)

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22. The Garden Door

4.9 ★★★★★ (15 reviews)

Location: 4312 WI 42 Streeturgeon Bay WI

Web Address:   http://dcmga.org/

21. Heritage Village at Big Creek

4.7 ★★★★★ (19 reviews)

Location: 2041 Michigan Street Streeturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  920 421 2332

Web Address:   http://historicalvillage.doorcountyhistoricalsociety.org/

20. Eastern Terminus of the Ice Age Trail

4.5 ★★★★★ (31 reviews)

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Location: Sturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  608 798 4453

Web Address:   http://iceagetrail.org/

19. Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Nature Preserve

4.8 ★★★★★ (51 reviews)

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Location: 2499 S Lake Michigan Dr Streeturgeon Bay WI

Web Address:   https://doorcountylandtrust.org/portfolio/

18. Haines Beach

4.4 ★★★★☆ (63 reviews)

17. Sawyer Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (78 reviews)

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Location: S Neenah Ave Streeturgeon Bay WI

16. Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead Lighthouse

4.7 ★★★★★ (99 reviews)

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Location: Sturgeon Bay WI

15. Choice Orchards

4.6 ★★★★★ (102 reviews)

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Location: 4594 Co Road HH Streeturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  920 743 8980

Web Address:   http://choiceorchard.com/

14. Historic Sturgeon Bay Bridge

4.7 ★★★★★ (103 reviews)

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Location: 1 Michigan Street Streeturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  920 746 0187

Web Address:   http://sturgeonbayhistoricalsociety.org/

13. Sturgeon Bay Canal Light

4.7 ★★★★★ (222 reviews)

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Location: 2501 Canal Road Streeturgeon Bay WI

12. George K. Pinney County Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (253 reviews)

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Location: 4879 Bay Shore Dr Streeturgeon Bay WI

Web Address:   https://co.door.wi.gov/549/George-K-Pinney-County-Park

11. Door 44 Winery

4.7 ★★★★★ (493 reviews)

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Location: 5464 Co Road P Streeturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  888 932 0044

Web Address:   https://44wineries.com/door-44-sturgeon-bay/

10. The Farm

4.8 ★★★★★ (734 reviews)

Location: 4285 WI 57 Streeturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  920 743 6666

Web Address:   http://thefarmindoorcounty.com/

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9. Miller Art Museum

4.5 ★★★★★ (10 reviews)

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Location: 107 S 4th Ave Streeturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  920 746 0707

Web Address:   http://millerartmuseum.org/40th.htm

8. Crossroads At Big Creek

4.9 ★★★★★ (31 reviews)

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Location: 2041 Michigan Street Streeturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  920 746 5895

Web Address:   http://crossroadsatbigcreek.org/

7. Popelka Trenchard Gallery & Glass Studio

4.8 ★★★★★ (52 reviews)

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Location: 64 S 2nd Ave Streeturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  920 743 7287

Web Address:   http://popelkaglass.com/

6. Door County Historical Museum

4.9 ★★★★★ (109 reviews)

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Location: 18 N 4th Ave Streeturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  920 743 5809

Web Address:   http://doorcountymuseum.org/

5. Martin Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (139 reviews)

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Location: 207 S 3rd Ave Streeturgeon Bay WI

4. Otumba Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (199 reviews)

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Location: 212 W Locust Ct Streeturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  920 746 2900

3. Sunset Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (434 reviews)

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Location: 747 N 3rd Ave Streeturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  920 746 2900

2. Door County Maritime Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (751 reviews)

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Location: 120 N Madison Ave Streeturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  920 743 5958

Web Address:   http://dcmm.org/

1. Potawatomi State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (1,081 reviews)

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Location: 3740 Park Dr Streeturgeon Bay WI

Tel:  920 746 2890

Web Address:   https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/potawatomi

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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