Fairground District Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
Japanese Cultural Center
Seek peace and cultural exchange as you take a quiet stroll through these landscaped gardens and visit an authentic Japanese teahouse.
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.
Hoyt Park
A Saginaw favorite, this historic park has for decades been hosting baseball games in summer and outdoor ice-skating in winter.
Our pick of the best Fairground District Hotel Deals
Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
Cleanliness of our room
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Bridgeport/Frankenmuth
Staff was fabulous and very helpful
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
The Historic Webster House
A last minute reservation the night before arrival! I can’t explain enough how beautiful this B&B is. And the owner and her staff even more beautiful! Gourmet breakfast for a king! Beautiful rooms, home, garden. Totally worth the price!
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
Marv Herzog Hotel
Clean, spacious, quiet with friendly and attentive staff. Parking was fantastic, covered and next to hotel elevator. Great breakfast and afternoon snacks and beer.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn Birch Run - Frankenmuth
Hotel staff were great. Room was big and mostly clean. A couple of minor housekeeping misses, but nothing crazy. Hotel appears to be recently renovated. Ill be returning next year when I return to Michigan
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Frankenmuth
Room was clean, check in and out was a breeze and the staff was very pleasant!! Great location walkable to all of Main St Frankenmuth attractions.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Fairground District
Cathedral District
While Cathedral District isn't home to many top sights, Temple Theatre and The Dow Event Center 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 Japanese Cultural Center or Hoyt Park.
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 Hoyt Park.
Northeast Saginaw
When in Northeast Saginaw, you can plan a visit to The Dow Event Center and Temple Theatre, 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 Japanese Cultural Center and Saginaw Art Museum.
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.
