Southwest Saginaw Travel Guide
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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.
Ojibway Island
Saginaw’s scenic island park offers a lovely setting for outdoor recreation, lakeside relaxation and a wide range of special events.
Japanese Cultural Center
Seek peace and cultural exchange as you take a quiet stroll through these landscaped gardens and visit an authentic Japanese teahouse.
Top hotels in Southwest Saginaw
Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
Waterpark was amazing
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Bridgeport/Frankenmuth
Absolutely disgusting. Filthy and covered in black mold. Walked and walked out. Refused to refund.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Marv Herzog Hotel
Room was suitable but could use upgrades. Staff was insignificant. Breakfast was tired looking and tasted as such.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront
Front desk help sucked. They messed up my reservation upon checking. Charged my card for someone elses room. Had me checking on the very next day. Room service knocked on the door and told us we had to leave because we were there past check out. Lord behold to find out they didn't have me under my ...
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn Birch Run - Frankenmuth
I wish the handicap parking were marked better, because people who were not handicapped were parked in it. They did not have a plate or a placket on their mirror and me being handicap I needed a spots.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Frankenmuth by IHG
At check in the employee didnt explain how to get into the internet or explain the usual check in info such as breakfast time etc. The room was clean except some cobwebs. The bathroom sink in 222 dripped. There was a lot of noise heard from others stayying at the hotel.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
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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 Japanese Cultural Center and Ojibway Island.
Heritage
When in Heritage, you can plan a visit to Ojibway Island and Japanese Cultural Center, 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 Ojibway Island 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 Ojibway Island.
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.
Adams
While Adams isn't home to many top sights, Saginaw Art Museum and Ojibway Island are some notable places to visit nearby.
