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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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Sail through the Avenues Sidewalk Sale Sturgeon Bay July 27 Time for a mid-summer, mid-week road trip! Come shop the best deals of the summer during Sturgeon Bay's citywide Sidewalk Sales. Shop to live entertainment,...
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Burning Cow Music Festival Sturgeon Bay July 27 - July 29 Burning Cow Music Festival will rise from the ashes and ignite Sturgeon Bay with another colossal 3 day lineup of southern rock, blues, alt-country, and jam...
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Door County Fair Sturgeon Bay August 02 - August 06 Vendors, merchants, arts & crafts, midway thrills, concessions and more.

Things To Do

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Hour Time Sport Fishing Charters Sturgeon Bay Book a charter aboard the newest, largest and most lavishly done boat on Lake Michigan! A 2018 55' Viking Sportfish, and experience a fishing trip that you...
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Snug Harbor Inn, Cottages and Marina Sturgeon Bay Stay before May 1 in a Whirlpool Suite or Luxury whirlpool cottage and receive our romance package for $10. (bottle of wine, chocolates, $25 for dinner and in...
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Miller Art Museum Sturgeon Bay Founded in 1975 through the generosity of Gerhard and Ruth Miller, the Museum is a non-profit cultural arts institution, open all year, to provide a variety of...

Places To Stay

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Quality Inn & Suites Sturgeon Bay The Quality Inn & Suites® hotel in Sturgeon Bay, WI is near Sturgeon Bay Airport, making it easy for you to drop off your bags and start your trip as soon as...
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The Ballard House Sturgeon Bay This charming private historic home built in 1880 offers the relaxing Door County vacation experience you are looking for. With renovation of the entire home...
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Birmingham's Bar & Cottages Sturgeon Bay Five cottages - 2, 3, & 4 bedrooms on the water. Sandy Beach. Beautiful sunsets. Firepits with wood provided.

Dining

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Glidden Lodge Beach Resort Sturgeon Bay Located on what is referred to as the "Quiet Side" of Door County, Glidden Lodge Beach Resort features a beautiful, wide, golden-sand beach with shallow water...
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Birmingham's Bar & Cottages Sturgeon Bay Five cottages - 2, 3, & 4 bedrooms on the water. Sandy Beach. Beautiful sunsets. Firepits with wood provided.
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Kick Coffee Sturgeon Bay Enjoy Door County's best mochas, lattes, and cappuccinos in a lively setting enhanced by artwork from local artists. Sample Kick's regular coffee which is a...

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