Northwest 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.
Hoyt Park
A Saginaw favorite, this historic park has for decades been hosting baseball games in summer and outdoor ice-skating in winter.
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.
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.
Ojibway Island
Saginaw’s scenic island park offers a lovely setting for outdoor recreation, lakeside relaxation and a wide range of special events.
Top hotels in Northwest Saginaw
Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
"A very clean hotel like always. Staff was very friendly, and the pools and hot tubs are really nice."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Marv Herzog Hotel
"The history of Marv Herzog Polka band leader is always interesting. There are displays and pictures of the Polka band in the hotel and polka music."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Bridgeport/Frankenmuth
"I had three nights booked and paid for. I stayed 2 nights, starting Sunday, May 17, 2026. Unable to stay the third night. Electricity went out the 2nd of 4 days on 3 p.m. Monday, May 18, 2026. No hot water. No internet. Air conditioning not working when temp inside room rose above 80 degrees. General ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birch Run - Frankenmuth Area by IHG
"Hot tub was noce and hot. Good variety of breakfast choices"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
The H Hotel
"Great stay! Excellent hotel with wonderful staff."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront
"The staff was very helpful upon check in and throughout the stay. The room was clean and despite the up and down of the MI spring, the ac does keep up."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Saginaw
Heritage
When in Heritage, you can plan a visit to 400 Court Street Studio and Ojibway Island, 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 Hoyt Park and 400 Court Street Studio.
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 Ojibway Island are some notable places to visit nearby.
Celebration Square
You'll enjoy the live music and zoo in Celebration Square. You might want to make time for a stop at Hoyt Park or Japanese Cultural 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.
