Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Bay City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bay City

With a population of 34,932, Bay City is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bay City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Activities & attractions in Bay City

Boat rental in Bay City, Michigan
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Where to Eat in Bay City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Prost Wine Bar & Charcuterie - Bay City (283 Uptown Dr) and Buffalo Wild Wings - Bay City (4050 Wilder Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Bay City

Bay City in January
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bay City in January
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bay City in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.1″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Bay City, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.

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How to Get to Bay City

Plane

When flying to Bay City, you’ll arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS), which is located 11 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bay City include WestJet, Delta and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Bay City departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

The train station in Bay City is called Bay City Central Bus Terminal, and is located 0.5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Bay City is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 97 miles from Bay City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Detroit.

Plane

When flying to Bay City, you’ll arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS), which is located 11 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bay City include WestJet, Delta and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Bay City departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

The train station in Bay City is called Bay City Central Bus Terminal, and is located 0.5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Bay City is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 97 miles from Bay City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Detroit.

Airports near Bay City

GRRGrand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
FNTFlint Bishop

Airlines serving Bay City

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,679 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,643 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,017 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,150 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,837 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,062 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,138 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,457 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,516 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,589 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,352 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,629 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,122 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,163 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,345 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,633 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (376 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bay City

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bay City By IHG and Hampton Inn & Suites Bay City.

Most popular hotel in Bay City by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Bay City

Most booked hotels in Bay City

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bay City-Riverfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 556 reviews)
$122+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bay City By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 250 reviews)
$94+
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Quality Inn And Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 647 reviews)
$57+
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Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront
2 stars
Good (7.9, 663 reviews)
$70+
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Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast
2 stars
Excellent (10, 1 review)
$1,104+
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Northland Motel Bay City-Kawkawlin
2 stars
Good (7.1, 129 reviews)
$77+
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Renting a car in Bay City

Renting a car in Bay City costs $56 per day, on average, or $113 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 15% cheaper than airport locations in Bay City.

Expect to pay $3.18 per gallon in Bay City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.16 and $50.88. The most frequently booked car type in Bay City is Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 33% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Bay City costs $56 per day, on average, or $113 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 15% cheaper than airport locations in Bay City.

Expect to pay $3.18 per gallon in Bay City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $38.16 and $50.88. The most frequently booked car type in Bay City is Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 33% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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