Sturgeon Bay Wisconsin serves as the county seat for Door County, and while summertime is the peak season for travel in these parts, you could really enjoy a visit regardless of the time of year. In winter, for example, hitting the local shops and doing some snow-shoeing are just a couple ideas for things to do in Sturgeon Bay, and seeing the fall colors during autumn is a joy in and of itself. When spring hits in Sturgeon Bay Wisconsin, the flowers begin to bloom and the trees start to blossom, helping to encourage visitors to get out and enjoy the many local attractions. There are Sturgeon Bay attractions to suit just about any taste or preference, and with all of Door County at your doorstep, there's plenty to explore. Book your stay at one of the Sturgeon Bay hotels today, and come see why this lovely community is such a premier Wisconsin vacation destination.

Many Sturgeon Bay Wisconsin visitors book their trips in the summertime, and it's not hard to understand why. While many Sturgeon Bay attractions can be enjoyed year round, the list of things to do grows in the summer months. Fishing is among the most popular pursuits for those looking for things to do in Sturgeon Bay during the summer, and it's easy to hook up with a local fishing charter if you're looking to get out on the water. Since the Door Peninsula, on which Sturgeon Bay is found, juts out into Lake Michigan, finding good spots to drop a line won't be an issue. When you're not out fishing for steelhead, lake trout, and Chinook Salmon on Lake Michigan, you can always hit the Green Bay waters or see what an inland lake has to offer. Fishing in the Green Bay typically involves catching northern pike, perch, smallmouth bass, and musky, so you might have difficulty deciding where to spend the bulk of your fishing time. The Snug Harbor Marina is just one of the places to visit if you want to book a fishing trip in Sturgeon Bay, and you can also rent pontoons, canoes, fishing boats, and sailboats there if you please. You might as well add the Snug Harbor Inn to your list of possible Sturgeon Bay hotels if enjoying time on the water is part of your overall plan. Affordable, waterfront cottages and guest rooms are what the Snug Harbor Inn is all about, and you can hardly find a better lodging option for the price.

Biking in Wisconsin during the summer months is a favorite recreational pastime for visitors, and just as you can rent boats with relative ease in Sturgeon Bay, you can also rent bicycles. There is a bicycle shop that offers rentals of all kinds in downtown Sturgeon Bay, and the same shop also has a presence at Potawatomi State Park. Door County is home to a handful of wonderful state parks that any nature lover will enjoy, and Potawatomi State Park is just one of them. Certainly among the top Sturgeon Bay attractions for those looking to do some biking or hiking, Potawatomi State Park is also popular with cross-country skiers in the winter months. Winter isn't exactly the ideal season for Wisconsin camping, but when the weather warms up in Sturgeon Bay, you can book one of the 123 Potawatomi State Park campsites to stay close to nature. The Whitefish Dunes State Park is another must-visit for those who like their Sturgeon Bay attractions on the more natural side. You'll also find some excellent hiking and cross-country skiing trails at Whitefish Dunes State Park, which helps to make it the most highly-visited day use park in the entire state.

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While fishing, biking, hiking, and cross-country skiing are easily among the top things to do on any Wisconsin vacation, so too is golfing. As in other places in the state, Sturgeon Bay offers some good golf courses, including the Idlewood Golf Club. In addition to an 18-hole championship golf course, the Idlewood Golf Club also boasts a pro shop and a practice facility. When you're not taking advantage of all the recreational possibilities in Sturgeon Bay Wisconsin, you can always book a tour on the side or visit an area museum. Scenic boat tours of all kinds are wildly popular in Sturgeon Bay, and you might also consider enjoying a tour at an area winery or cherry farm. Boat rides and wine tours can be enjoyed year round, so they're always worth adding to the list of things to do in Sturgeon Bay. As for the local museums, the Door County Maritime Museum and Lighthouse, the Door County Historical Museum, and the Fairfield Center for Contemporary Art will do well to fill at least a few hours of your time.

The Farm is just one more destination to consider when it comes to building up your list of Sturgeon Bay attractions. The Farm boasts a delightfully rural setting, and seeing little chicks hatch and visiting with other farm animals are just some of the things that visitors can enjoy. You can even milk a goat or bottle-feed a lamb here, or take to the walking trails or duck into the onsite gift shop. The Sturgeon Bay attractions abound, and diversity is part of the overall picture here. You can also expect quite a lot in the way of diversity when it comes to the Sturgeon Bay hotels. Plenty of charming bed and breakfast inns complement the more standard Sturgeon Bay hotels, and there are also a few fine resorts in the area, not to mention value options.