Located at the tip of Lake Michigan’s Green Bay in eastern Wisconsin, the town of Green Bay is one of Wisconsin’s largest and most diverse. Green Bay attracts those into the arts, with many colorful festivals throughout the year and highly rated galleries and museums. It is also the home of the Packer Football team.
Downtown Green Bay is the focal point of the city with the Fox River running right through it and attractions on either side. Although a large town, Green Bay skyline features low- to mid-rise buildings interspersed with several lush parks and a number of churches.
The riverfront area has recently seen much development, while downtown shopping can be had along Broadway. The buzzing entertainment district also lies downtown.
Highlights
Neville Public Museum: located on Museum Place overlooking Fox River and near Veteran’s Park, the museum teaches about science, art and history.
National Railroad Museum: featuring many train engines and cars, a model railroad and an observation tower.
Bay Beach Amusement Park: with numerous rides and arcade games and summer fun for the whole family.
Lambeau Field: learn all about the history of the team in the Green Bay Packer Hall of Fame at their home stadium.
The Weidner Center on UW: the University of Wisconsin’s campus is one of Green Bay’s best venues for hosting world class shows.