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 November
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bay City in November
Estimated hotel price
$102
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 17 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bay City include WestJet, United Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Bay City departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 14m.

Train

The train station in Bay City is called Bay City Central Bus Terminal, and is located 0.8 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Bay City is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 155 km from Bay City. You’ll find branches of Turo and American Rent-A-Car, among others, in Detroit.

Plane

When flying to Bay City, you’ll arrive at Bay City MBS Intl (MBS), which is located 17 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Bay City include WestJet, United Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Bay City departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 14m.

Train

The train station in Bay City is called Bay City Central Bus Terminal, and is located 0.8 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Bay City is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 155 km from Bay City. You’ll find branches of Turo and American Rent-A-Car, among others, in Detroit.

Airports near Bay City

GRRGrand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
FNTFlint Bishop

Airlines serving Bay City

KLM
Good (1,468 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,838 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,780 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,271 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,246 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,891 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,132 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,408 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,708 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,798 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,424 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,183 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,370 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,200 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (389 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (12,001 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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Courtyard by Marriott Bay City
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 257 reviews)
$115+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bay City-Riverfront
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 559 reviews)
$123+
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Quality Inn And Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 660 reviews)
$61+
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Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront
2 stars
Excellent (8, 670 reviews)
$77+
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Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast
2 stars
Excellent (10, 1 review)
$1,104+
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AmericInn by Wyndham Bay City
2 stars
Good (6.9, 410 reviews)
$66+
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Renting a car in Bay City

Renting a car in Bay City costs $50 per day, on average, or $100 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 16% cheaper than airport locations in Bay City.

Expect to pay $3.37 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 $40.43 and $53.90. The most frequently booked car type in Bay City is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 41% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Bay City costs $50 per day, on average, or $100 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 16% cheaper than airport locations in Bay City.

Expect to pay $3.37 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 $40.43 and $53.90. The most frequently booked car type in Bay City is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 41% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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