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A beautiful distant view of the Sturgeon Bay Canal Station Lighthouse.
Sturgeon Bay's waterfront features many beautiful, historic buildings.
Built in 1899 and automated in 1972, the Sturgeon Bay Canal Station Lighthouse is an active US Coast Guard Station.
Dozens of boats are parked in their slips at the Sturgeon Bay Marina.
An aerial photo captures Sturgeon Bay's beautiful waterfront with downtown in the background.
A statue of the prehistoric fish is painted with a waterfront scene. Photo: James Jordan

Sturgeon Bay

Sturgeon Bay is a historic charming year round community with something for everybody in every season. There are three distinct shopping districts, wonderful parks, great galleries with fantastic local and national artisans, a maritime museum and an historical museum, diverse lodging from full service, to B & B's to quaint hotels. You will enjoy the splendor of panoramic views of both Green Bay and Lake Michigan.

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Thrills on Third Avenue Sturgeon Bay October 28 A day of festive Halloween fun for the entire family! Activities include pumpkin painting, a costume parade, costume contest, slime making and...
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Merry-Time Festival of Trees Sturgeon Bay November 11 - December 12 Joyously celebrate the holidays by enjoying dozens of beautifully decorated Christmas trees scattered throughout the museum’s galleries. Lovingly decorated by...
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Christmas by the Bay Sturgeon Bay November 17 - November 19 Celebrate the holiday season all weekend long during Sturgeon Bay's Christmas by the Bay celebration. The weekend kicks off with a tree lighting ceremony...

Things To Do

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Cornucopia Sturgeon Bay From fun to functional...if you love to cook or just love to eat, Cornucopia is the place for you. We feature a charming and friendly atmosphere for you to...
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Bliss Sturgeon Bay A joyful collection of eclectic adornments for your life, home and garden awaits you at Bliss. Located in the heart of Sturgeon Bay's popular Jefferson Street...
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Nor Door Sport & Cyclery of Sturgeon Bay Sturgeon Bay Most complete bike shop in Door County now offers you a second location for all of your cycling needs. Bike rentals, hybrids, kid trailers, kid’s bikes &...

Places To Stay

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Countryside Motel & RV Sites Sturgeon Bay This property offers 16 clean and affordable motel rooms, 3 of which are kitchenettes.  Quiet setting in the country 1/2 mile from the waters of Little...
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Scofield House Bed & Breakfast Sturgeon Bay Experience the welcoming warmth of a traditional, authentic B&B. A pleasing mix of old Victorian elegance and modern conveniences combine to provide the...
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At The Lake Sturgeon Bay We are located 5 minutes from Sturgeon Bay on Glidden Drive. this is the Lake Michigan shoreline with sand beach. We are across the road from the beach with...

Dining

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Morning Glory Restaurant Sturgeon Bay Please visit Morning Glory Restaurant for great breakfast and lunch specials served everyday at reasonable prices!
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Frozen Spoon Sturgeon Bay Frozen Spoon is a self-serve frozen yogurt bar and restaurant located along the picturesque Sturgeon Bay waterfront. Choose from 15 flavors of frozen yogurt...
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Renard's Cheese Store and Deli Sturgeon Bay Open Year Round - 7 days a week. Free Cheese and Wine Tasting Daily. Family owned and operated, third generation of cheese makers. Renard’s Cheese &...

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