All the Reasons, All the Seasons
Anchor your next getaway in Sturgeon Bay, the hub of Wisconsin’s premier vacation destination, Door County. While in port, visitors stroll through the charming downtown where they find quaint eateries and specialty shops with gifts, fine art and holiday selections. They enjoy a wide selection of fine restaurants, art galleries, museums, parks and unique attractions open year-round. They also admire picturesque lighthouses, theatrical performances and the historic waterfront. Sturgeon Bay offers the widest selection of specialty shops, fine restaurants, art galleries, museums and lodging accommodations available on the peninsula, all within walking distance of the water.

The scenic waters of Sturgeon Bay span from Lake Michigan on Door County’s eastern side to Green Bay on the west with the Bay of Sturgeon Bay and the ship canal in between. The area’s unique geography lends great variety to the shoreline, from rocky outcroppings to sandy, protected beaches. A range of water depths accommodates almost any size boat, from one-person kayaks to massive Great Lakes ships. The community of Sturgeon Bay itself, with its well-planned waterfront walkways and sailup businesses, is readily accessible from the water, making it easy for visitors to come ashore and enjoy the city’s wide selection of amenities and activities—all within walking distance.