Sturgeon Bay travel guide

Sturgeon Bay Tourism | Sturgeon Bay Guide

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

Sturgeon Bay in November
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sturgeon Bay in November
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel

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″.

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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 American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Sturgeon Bay departs from Denver and takes around 2h 21m.

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.

Bus

FlixBus operates bus routes 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 American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Sturgeon Bay departs from Denver and takes around 2h 21m.

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.

Bus

FlixBus operates bus routes to Sturgeon Bay.

Airlines serving Sturgeon Bay

Lufthansa
Good (4,598 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,441 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,597 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,923 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,121 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,481 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,495 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (775 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,348 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (774 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,329 reviews)
China Southern
Excellent (27 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (815 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (770 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,769 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (136 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (515 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (307 reviews)
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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

AmericInn by Wyndham Sturgeon Bay
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 326 reviews)
$124+
Beach Harbor Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8, 238 reviews)
$114+
Best Western Maritime Inn
2 stars
Good (7.7, 488 reviews)
$102+
Lodge at Leathem Smith
3 stars
Good (7.5, 952 reviews)
$135+
Super 8 by Wyndham Sturgeon Bay
2 stars
Good (6.2, 43 reviews)
$71+
Quality Inn & Suites
2 stars
Okay (4.8, 30 reviews)
$68+

Renting a car in Sturgeon Bay

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38.

Expect to pay $3.90 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 $46.79 and $62.38.