Southwest Saginaw Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Saginaw
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.
Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum
Delve into the unique vision of one of America’s favorite sculptors at this dedicated museum and sculpture garden on a university campus.
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.
Our pick of the best Southwest Saginaw Hotel Deals
Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
The place is amazing.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Bridgeport/Frankenmuth
Parking lot well lit up,close to anything you need staff very nice and its nice and quiet
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Marv Herzog Hotel
What a wonderful hotel. The atmosphere was awesome. Loved the snack and drink at the end of the night and the balcony facing the river was beautiful. Great place for a girls trip.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn Birch Run - Frankenmuth
Clean and great price
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront
No wifi, no pool heater, and dirty. Staff is very pleasant, though.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Frankenmuth by IHG
Lots of shopping you can do within walking distance. Room was very clean and bed was comfortable. Staff was very helpful and polite. I definitely will visit here again in the future!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Saginaw
Southeast District Saginaw
Though Southeast District Saginaw may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Children's Zoo at Celebration Square and Japanese Cultural Center.
Heritage
When in Heritage, you can plan a visit to 400 Court Street Studio and Saginaw Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Old Saginaw City
Though Old Saginaw City may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like 400 Court Street Studio and Japanese Cultural Center.
Celebration Square
You'll enjoy the live music and zoo in Celebration Square. You might want to make time for a stop at Japanese Cultural Center or Children's Zoo at Celebration Square.
Northwest Saginaw
Though Northwest Saginaw may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like 400 Court Street Studio and Saginaw Art Museum.
Adams
While Adams isn't home to many top sights, 400 Court Street Studio and Saginaw Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
