University Center Travel Guide
Saginaw
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Hoyt Park
A Saginaw favorite, this historic park has for decades been hosting baseball games in summer and outdoor ice-skating in winter.
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 University Center
Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
We love coming here. The Waterpark is the best in Michigan! Perfect for kids of all ages! Love the swim out hot tub.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Marv Herzog Hotel
This quaint European themed hotel is a great place to stay. The staff was exceptionally courteous, the room and facilities were clean. I will return in the summer to enjoy their outdoor patio overlooking the river. The included breakfast was nice.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn Bay City - Riverfront
Room,
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Midland by IHG
Everything went very well. Would stay there again
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Frankenmuth by IHG
The room was clean, the staff was polite, professional and accommodating
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The H Hotel
Cleanliness and very helpful staff
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University 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.
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.
Covenant
Though Covenant may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Temple Theatre and Mid-Michigan Children's Museum.
Adams
While Adams isn't home to many top sights, Saginaw Art Museum and Ojibway Island are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Heritage
When in Heritage, you can plan a visit to Ojibway Island and Japanese Cultural Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
