About Green Bay
Green Bay is a city in Brown County, Wisconsin, United States, and its county seat. It is located along the Green Bay inlet at the mouth of the Fox River on Lake Michigan. With a population of 107,395 at the 2020 census, it is the third-most populous city in Wisconsin and third-most populous city on Lake Michigan. The Green Bay metropolitan area has an estimated 335,000 residents.
Places to visit in Green Bay
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Lambeau Field
Entertainment · 3 mi from centreHistoric home of the Green Bay Packers. Stadium tours visit the field, the players' tunnel and suites, and the atrium has dining and team shops.
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Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame
Museum · 2 mi from centreInside Lambeau Field, this museum covers the team's long history, its unusual community ownership and its championship trophies, with interactive exhibits for fans of all ages.
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National Railroad Museum
Museum · 3 mi from centreA museum with a large collection of locomotives and rail cars, including a massive Union Pacific Big Boy and General Eisenhower's World War II command train.
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Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary
Nature · 2 mi from centreA free wildlife sanctuary with wooded trails, ponds, animal exhibits and a rehabilitation center, located next to the classic Bay Beach Amusement Park. It is a good stop with children.
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Heritage Hill State Historical Park
Historic · 3 mi from centreA living history park along the Fox River with historic buildings gathered from the region, staffed by costumed interpreters showing life in earlier eras of Wisconsin.
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Green Bay Botanical Garden
Park · 4 mi from centreVaried themed gardens, including a children's garden and a rose garden, with seasonal displays in summer and a popular holiday light show in winter. Allow an hour or two to wander.
Where to stay in Green Bay
Popular hotels in Green Bay, out of 53 properties you can book.
Holiday Inn Green Bay Stadium
From $105 per night
Oneida Hotel
From $109 per night
Hampton Inn Green Bay Downtow
From $118 per night
Autograph Collection Hotel Northland
From $260 per night
Best Western Green Bay Inn Conference Center
From $138 per night
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Green Bay WI.
From $70 per night
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Green Bay North
From $133 per night
Americinn By Wyndham Green Bay West
From $103 per night
AmericInn by Wyndham Green Bay East
From $100 per night
Wingate By Wyndham Green Bay/Airport
From $103 per night
Spark by Hilton Green Bay
From $68 per night
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Green Bay East
From $99 per night
Best time to visit Green Bay
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Green Bay is September, when average daytime highs are around 75°F and rain falls on about 6 days a month.
Average daily low and high temperatures and days with at least 1 mm of rain, from recent weather records. Highlighted months are the most comfortable for sightseeing.
Green Bay weather forecast
- Wed 21 Oct 64° 40° 2%
- Thu 22 Oct 69° 50° 0%
- Fri 23 Oct 70° 51° 0%
- Sat 24 Oct 71° 56° 1%
- Sun 25 Oct 65° 47° 5%
- Mon 26 Oct 47° 37° 8%
Know before you go
- Currency
- United States dollar (USD)
- Language
- English
- Calling code
- +1
- Driving
- On the right
- Time zone
- America/ChicagoUTC−5
- Capital
- Washington, D.C.
Upcoming public holidays in United States
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- Presidents DayWashington's Birthday
Banks, offices and some attractions may close on public holidays, and flights and hotels often fill up early around them.
Getting to Green Bay
These are the airports closest to central Green Bay. Compare fares into each one, as a slightly longer transfer can sometimes mean a much cheaper flight.
- GRB Green Bay–Austin Straubel International Airport6 mi (10 km) from the city centre
Getting around Green Bay
Green Bay has the municipal Green Bay Metro bus system which offers good coverage of the city. The chief method of transportation in Green Bay is by car. Most attractions and businesses offer plenty of available visitor parking.
Green Bay travel FAQ
When is the best time to visit Green Bay?
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Green Bay is September, when average daytime highs are around 75°F and rain falls on about 6 days a month.
What is the weather like in Green Bay?
July is usually the warmest month in Green Bay, with average highs of 81°F (27°C). January is the coolest, with average lows of 14°F (-10°C). The wettest month is typically June, with about 105 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Green Bay?
Green Bay–Austin Straubel International Airport (GRB) is the closest airport, about 6 miles (10 km) from the centre of Green Bay.
What time zone is Green Bay in?
Green Bay uses the America/Chicago time zone (currently UTC−5). Remember to check for daylight saving changes when planning connecting flights.
How do I get around Green Bay?
Green Bay has the municipal Green Bay Metro bus system which offers good coverage of the city. The chief method of transportation in Green Bay is by car. Most attractions and businesses offer plenty of available visitor parking.
What are the best places to visit in Green Bay?
Top sights in Green Bay include Lambeau Field, Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame, National Railroad Museum and Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary. Historic home of the Green Bay Packers. Stadium tours visit the field, the players' tunnel and suites, and the atrium has dining and team shops.
Where should I stay in Green Bay?
Popular areas for hotels in Green Bay include Green Bay Area. Well-reviewed options include Holiday Inn Green Bay Stadium and Oneida Hotel.
How many hotels can I book in Green Bay?
Destina Holidays currently lists 53 properties in and around Green Bay, from budget stays to luxury hotels. Search your dates to see live prices and availability.
