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Green Bay & Door County Peninsula Road Journey: 4-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive

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The 4-day version for July: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight. Prefer more or fewer days? 2-day plan · 3-day plan · 4-day plan · best time to go.

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4
days
165 km
distance
8.8 h
driving
21
curated stops

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Day 1 Green Bay

6 curated stops
Transit
1h51
Finish
~17:45
Temperature
16.6°C–26.6°C
Rainy days
~13
Daylight
15.0h
09:00
Green Bay and Sturgeon Bay public heritage circuit dcmm.org map ↗
Use public Green Bay and Sturgeon Bay heritage across the first corridor. Sport, casino, shows and amusement activities remain separate.
50 min · Green Bay · Public areas; confirm current admission and opening before entry
10:00
Saint Francis Xavier Cathedral sfxcathedralgb.com read more map ↗
Admire the grand architecture and intricate stained glass of this historic cathedral.
50 min · Green Bay
11:10
National Railroad Museum nationalrrmuseum.org read more map ↗
Explore vintage trains and rail history under the open sky.
50 min · Green Bay
12:10
Heritage Hill State Historical Park heritagehillgb.org read more map ↗
Explore preserved historic buildings and enjoy the serene park landscape.
50 min · Green Bay
13:30
Green Bay Botanical Garden gbbg.org read more map ↗
Stroll through themed gardens showcasing a variety of plant species.
50 min · Green Bay
15:15
NEW Zoo newzoo.org read more map ↗
Encounter a variety of animals roaming freely in natural habitats.
90 min · Green Bay · $6 adults, $4 seniors 62+ and children 3-15, free for children 2 and under
open: 9AM-8PM daily
16:45
Fox Harbor Pub and Grill foxharborpubandgrill.com read more map ↗
Enjoy classic pub fare with a view of the Fox River.
60 min · Green Bay
Overnight here
e.g. Hotel Northland, Autograph Collection · AmericInn by Wyndham Green Bay West
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 2 Sturgeon Bay

4 curated stops
Transit
3h00
Finish
~17:50
Temperature
17.1°C–24.2°C
Rainy days
~12
Daylight
15.1h
10:25
Peninsula State Park dnr.wisconsin.gov read more map ↗
Take in scenic vistas and bluffs along the Niagara Escarpment.
90 min · Sturgeon Bay · $13
13:10
Whitefish Dunes State Park dnr.wi.gov read more map ↗
Discover sand dunes and ancient Native American village remnants.
90 min · Sturgeon Bay · $8 for WI licensed cars, $11 for out-of-state cars
15:45
Canal Lighthouses search map ↗
Admire two distinctive lighthouses along the breakwall.
50 min · Sturgeon Bay
17:00
Miller Art Museum millerartmuseum.org map ↗
Appreciate diverse artworks in downtown Sturgeon Bay.
50 min · Sturgeon Bay
open: Mon 10AM-7PM, Tue-Sat 10AM-5PM, closed on Sundays
Overnight here
e.g. Bridgeport Waterfront Resort · Holiday Music Motel
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 3 Around Sturgeon Bay

5 curated stops
Transit
0h58
Finish
~16:40
Temperature
17.1°C–24.2°C
Rainy days
~12
Daylight
15.1h
09:00
Potawatomi State Park dnr.wisconsin.gov read more map ↗
Enjoy shoreline views and the end of the Ice Age Trail.
90 min · Sturgeon Bay · $8 for WI Licensed Cars, $11 for out-of-state cars
10:50
George K. Pinney County Park co.door.wi.gov map ↗
Enjoy stunning views at the mouth of Sturgeon Bay.
50 min · Sturgeon Bay
12:10
Door County Historical Museum doorcountymuseum.org map ↗
Learn about the rich history of Door County and Sturgeon Bay.
50 min · Sturgeon Bay
open: Tue-Sat 10AM-4:30PM, closed Sun Mon
13:10
Door County Maritime Museum dcmm.org read more map ↗
Discover Great Lakes maritime history and a towering lighthouse.
50 min · Sturgeon Bay
open: 10AM-5PM
14:10
Ice Age Trail (Sturgeon Bay Segment) search map ↗
Walk through history on city streets and nearby trails.
90 min · Sturgeon Bay
15:40
Door County Fire Company doorcountyfirecompany.com map ↗
Savor American comfort food in a charming repurposed firehouse.
60 min · Sturgeon Bay
open: Sun-Thu 11AM-8PM, Fri Sat 11AM-9PM
Overnight here
e.g. Bridgeport Waterfront Resort · Holiday Music Motel
Find a stay → Tours & tickets for the evening →

Day 4 The Door Peninsula

4 curated stops
Transit
3h00
Finish
~17:10
Temperature
17.1°C–24.2°C
Rainy days
~12
Daylight
15.1h
09:50
Door Peninsula public shore-and-park circuit dnr.wisconsin.gov map ↗
Use public mainland shore and park access. Island ferries and performances remain separate.
50 min · The Door Peninsula · Public areas; confirm current admission and opening before entry
10:55
Edgewood Orchard Galleries edgewoodorchard.com map ↗
Stroll through diverse art in a barn and outdoor sculpture garden.
50 min · The Door Peninsula · Free
open: May-Oct: 10AM-5PM
12:55
Cave Point County Park co.door.wi.gov map ↗
Explore rocky shores and cave coves near Jacksonport by Lake Michigan.
90 min · The Door Peninsula
15:40
Newport State Park dnr.wisconsin.gov read more map ↗
Discover wilderness shores along Europe Bay and Europe Lake in this unique park.
90 min · The Door Peninsula

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