University Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 University Center Hotel Deals
Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
Cleanliness of our room
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Bridgeport/Frankenmuth
Staff was fabulous and very helpful
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Marv Herzog Hotel
Always a nice time here! Great location, great amenities, very quiet! We enjoy staying here everytime we are in town.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Midland by IHG
Loved everything bout this hotel! The room was so clean, roomy, had everything you need (well minus the tissue box had no tissue and the toilet paper was under the sink and so far back. Hot tub was and pool area was amazing! The staff was all so nice and friendly! Definitely will be back
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
The H Hotel
Nice 🙂
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Frankenmuth by IHG
Good breakfast, the staff was always pleasant, especially the lady that checked us in. She couldnt have been any nicer
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University Center
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.
Northeast Saginaw
When in Northeast Saginaw, you can plan a visit to The Dow Event Center and Temple Theatre, 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.
Adams
While Adams isn't home to many top sights, Saginaw Art Museum and Mid-Michigan Children's Museum 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 Temple Theatre.
Heritage
When in Heritage, you can plan a visit to Saginaw Art Museum and Japanese Cultural Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
