Old Saginaw City Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Saginaw City
Popular places to visit
Saginaw Valley State University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Saginaw Valley State University during your trip to Saginaw. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.
Temple Theatre
Visit downtown Saginaw’s stunningly refurbished event hall to catch a film or to watch a performance of music or drama.
Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge
You can take time to visit Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge during your travels to Saginaw. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Hoyt Park
A Saginaw favorite, this historic park has for decades been hosting baseball games in summer and outdoor ice-skating in winter.
Japanese Cultural Center
Seek peace and cultural exchange as you take a quiet stroll through these landscaped gardens and visit an authentic Japanese teahouse.
Ojibway Island
Saginaw’s scenic island park offers a lovely setting for outdoor recreation, lakeside relaxation and a wide range of special events.
Our pick of the best Old Saginaw City Hotel Deals
Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
"My kids and I really enjoyed our trip to Bavarian Inn. The water park was wonderful and they allowed us to stay the whole day we checked out. They provided nice big towels at the water park. We didn’t participate in the other amenities, but they looked great."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Marv Herzog Hotel
"Very friendly staff, Room was very clean. I loved the on-site parking garage."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Bridgeport/Frankenmuth
"The breakfast was excellent and the staff was professional."
Reviewed on 14 June 2026
Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront
"Hotel had weird entrance but it was clean and good location. Not really a riverfront property but close to downtown activities. elevator was tight for luggage rack."
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
Comfort Inn Birch Run - Frankenmuth
"The staff are very friendlyThe hotel is in a very convenient locstion to shopping and restaurants.Price is reasonable."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Bay Valley Resort, a Wyndham Hotel
"Hot tub wasn't working, room had ac issues. Liked the location."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Old Saginaw City
Northmoor Disctrict
While Northmoor Disctrict isn't home to many top sights, Mid-Michigan Children's Museum and Temple Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Northwest Saginaw
Though Northwest Saginaw may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Saginaw Art Museum and Ojibway Island.
Cathedral District
While Cathedral District isn't home to many top sights, Temple Theatre and The Dow Event Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Southwest Saginaw
When in Southwest Saginaw, you can plan a visit to Children's Zoo at Celebration Square and Japanese Cultural Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Covenant
Though Covenant may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Temple Theatre and Saginaw Art Museum.
