What are some of the top things to do on the water in Bay City, MI?

• BaySail Sail along shimmering waters of Lake Huron's Saginaw Bay aboard a tall ship, and choose between Great Lakes 101 daytime trips or evening Sunset Sails!
• Bay City Boat Lines Enjoy a Saginaw River Guided Tour or a concert cruise with dinner & dancing on-deck.
• Bay City Boat Rental Pick your pontoon from the fleet and enjoy a laid-back boating adventure on the Saginaw Bay!
• Saginaw Bay Walleye Fishing Experience the world-class walleye fishing our Saginaw Bay fishing charters have to offer — or venture out on your own to catch some big ones!
• Bay City State Park Swim & splash (or just relax) along almost a mile of natural, sandy Saginaw Bay shoreline.
• Wenonah Park Picnic at this picturesque park along the Saginaw River and watch the boats float by!
• Veterans Memorial Park Stroll through gardens, venture out onto the Riverwalk Pier, and enjoy the Saginaw River scenery.

What are some of the top things to do indoors in Bay City, MI?

• Saginaw Valley Naval Ship Museum Immerse yourself in history aboard the USS Edson, a National Historic Landmark naval ship.
• Antique Toy and Firehouse Museum Witness the world's largest collection of motorized fire trucks!
• State Theatre of Bay City Catch a concert, comedy show, or film inside this historic 1908 theatre.
• Delta College Planetarium Enjoy visually stunning planetarium shows and explore the observation deck for bird's-eye views of Bay City.
• Crazy Quarters Arcade Bounce back into retro gaming fun, with classic arcade games and dozens of pinball machines!
• Painterly Pottery Make unfinished clay pieces your own at the region's largest paint-your-own pottery studio.
  
• Studio 23/The Arts Center Explore rotating art exhibitions and personalize a keepsake project at the Craft Bar.

What are some of the best places to go shopping in Bay City, MI?

Antique Shops + Vintage Stores

• Bay City Antiques Center / Bay Antique Center Discover Michigan's largest antique mall that spans an entire block of Downtown Bay City!
• Americana Company Antiques Explore an eclectic mix of vintage, local memorabilia, and unique antiquities.
• Retro Attics Studio Browse beautifully restored mid-century modern furniture inside this open-Saturdays-only shop.
• The Vintage Greenhouse Find antiques, vintage furniture, local art oddities, and made-in-Michigan items.
• Timeless Trading Company Take your time exploring antiques, vintage, and thrifted items inside this cozy shop.

Specialty Shops + Gift Shops

• Violets Blue Enjoy every bit of this enchanting boutique, filled with gifts to home decor.
• Lumberman's Mercantile Pore over a curated collection of timeless home goods and gifts that inspire gathering.
• My Secret Garden Visit this one-of-a-kind boutique, stocked with home decor, clothing, and gift items galore.
• G.T. Homestead Shop florals, cards, stationery, novelty & souvenir gifts, and home decor.
• Little House Find unique furnishings & stylish decor to refresh your home.
• Warmbier Farms Wander through 1,000+ garden statues, and explore the showroom for seasonal decor & clothing.
• Artigiano Artisan Cheese Shoppe Discover small-batch cheeses from around the globe, along with artisan crackers, cured meats, and preserves.

What are some of the best places to eat in Bay City, MI?

Breakfast + Brunch

• Uptown Grill Relax inside an airy, modern eatery, serving gourmet French toast, specialty pancakes, omelettes, and a full menu of Benedicts.
• Harless + Hugh Coffee Unwind by the fireplace (or on the inviting patio) with artisan toast, a house waffle, or charcuterie board — and an Orange Cardamom Latte.
• Live Oak Coffeehouse Cozy in with your locally roasted drip coffee or a Live Oak Latte and enjoy alongside quiche, scratch-made cinnamon rolls, or a breakfast sandwich.
• Legacy Coffee House Grab your (drip or pour-over) coffee or seasonal latte, house-made bagel, and baked goods and sink into the warm & welcoming setting.
• Mandy's Diner Stop by this casual diner for comforting staples like Sausage Gravy & Biscuits, Chicken & Waffles, or Country Fried Chicken.
• Beatles & Beans Coffee Emporium You can't begin to "Imagine" all the Beatles memorabilia inside this shop serving handcrafted coffee beverages, pastries, bagels, and biscotti.

Dinner

• Real Seafood Company Savor fresh-catch fish & flavorful seafood, served waterfront on the Saginaw River, and watch boats pass by from the wraparound decks.
• Prost! Wine Bar & Charcuterie Explore tasting boards & tap wines in the intimate ambiance before indulging in Salmon Beurre Blanc to Tenderloin Medallions.
• H2O's Waterside Grill Dine down by the water, right next to a marina, on delicious fish & seafood dishes, specialty pizzas & sandwiches, or one of O's Famous Burgers.
• Old City Hall Enjoy a casual-upscale, brick-lined bistro, serving Filet Mignon to Seabass Spumante, alongside an extensive global wine list of over 150 selections.
• Tavern 101 Relax in the rustic-chic atmosphere with tasty flatbreads, handhelds, burgers, and specialty hot dogs — and your pick from a fleet of 54 draft craft brews.
• Vinny's Pizzeria Bite into brick-oven-baked pies from Pepperoni & Hot Honey to Vodka Basil, and unwind with a seasonal craft cocktail.
• W.H. Ales Brewpub Wander in for wood-fired pizzas — and beers like Bay City Sunset Wheat, brewed right on-site.