Sturgeon Bay travel guide
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You're Going to Love Sturgeon Bay
With a population of 9,144, Sturgeon Bay is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Sturgeon Bay deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Sturgeon Bay
If you’re looking for affordable options, CRATE Sushi & Seafood (136 N 3rd Ave) and Nightingale Supper Club (1541 Egg Harbor Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Sturgeon Bay
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sturgeon Bay in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10.4 °F, with an average temperature of 19.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.1″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Sturgeon Bay, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.
How to Get to Sturgeon Bay
Plane
Although Sturgeon Bay doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Green Bay Austin-Straubel (GRB), which is located 44 miles from Sturgeon Bay. Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, American Airlines, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Sturgeon Bay departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 4h 32m.
Car
Another option to get to Sturgeon Bay is to pick up a car rental from Milwaukee, which is about 127 miles from Sturgeon Bay. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Hertz, among others, in Milwaukee.
Airports near Sturgeon Bay
Airlines serving Sturgeon Bay
Where to stay in Sturgeon Bay
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include AmericInn by Wyndham Sturgeon Bay and Best Western Maritime Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Sturgeon Bay
Most booked hotels in Sturgeon Bay
Renting a car in Sturgeon Bay
Renting a car in Sturgeon Bay costs $43 per day, on average, or $86 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 60% cheaper than airport locations in Sturgeon Bay.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Sturgeon Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.