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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bay City has to offer.

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
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bay City in November
Estimated hotel price
$100
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 KLM. The shortest domestic flight to Bay City departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 4h 49m.

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 KLM. The shortest domestic flight to Bay City departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 4h 49m.

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

Lufthansa
Good (8,242 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,237 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,455 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,084 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,607 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,668 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (973 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,248 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,998 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,540 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,700 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,497 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,386 reviews)
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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 (8.6, 576 reviews)
$132+
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Courtyard by Marriott Bay City
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 272 reviews)
$115+
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Quality Inn And Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 704 reviews)
$69+
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Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront
2 stars
Good (7.9, 723 reviews)
$87+
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Northland Motel Bay City-Kawkawlin
2 stars
Good (7.5, 139 reviews)
$71+
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Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.2, 96 reviews)
$93+
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Renting a car in Bay City

Renting a car in Bay City costs $55 per day, on average, or $166 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 26% cheaper than airport locations in Bay City.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92. 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 Luxury rental cars (Cadillac CT5 or similar) are, on average, 33% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Bay City costs $55 per day, on average, or $166 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 26% cheaper than airport locations in Bay City.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92. 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 Luxury rental cars (Cadillac CT5 or similar) are, on average, 33% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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