Southwest Saginaw Travel Guide
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Visit Southwest Saginaw
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.
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
Great stay
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Marv Herzog Hotel
Always very clean well-maintained property
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Bridgeport/Frankenmuth
Breakfast was well stocked, room was clean and quiet, towels were new and fresh.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birch Run - Frankenmuth Area by IHG
Nice breakfast layout, very clean, and friendly staff!!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront
Many things at this hotel were subpar. The most upsetting issue was that we paid extra for a riverfront view, only to have a semi trailer blocking most of it. The bathroom also had several areas where the paint was peeling, and the tub was not clean upon arrival. Overall, the property is in need ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Comfort Inn Birch Run - Frankenmuth
Great room...clean and comfortable. Went down for breakfast. They had a good variety but the eggs were all gone. The parking lot had quite a few potholes. It needs to be resurfaced.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
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 Children's Zoo at Celebration Square and Japanese Cultural Center.
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 400 Court Street Studio and Ojibway Island.
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 Children's Zoo at Celebration Square.
Northwest Saginaw
Though Northwest Saginaw may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like 400 Court Street Studio and Saginaw Art Museum.
Adams
While Adams isn't home to many top sights, 400 Court Street Studio and Saginaw Art Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
