We were lucky enough to be in town right when the USS Cobia had returned from dry dock so we…read moredecided to go to the maritime museum to check the sub and museum out. The city has a rich maritime history so the city is a perfect setting for this museum. Lots of well-curated exhibits house a ton of interesting stories and information. You can easily spend a full day if you really wanted to immerse yourself deeply into everything that they have to offer. Our family was there for about 4 hours and was able to tour the submarine as well as check out all of the museum. Great exhibits for all ages. My kids had fun looking at the model ships and playing in the water play area. We had to practically pull our youngest one out of the area because he didn't want to leave, ha! Prices for admission were comparable to other museums and events that we did in town and that included the guided sub tour. I'm glad we stopped!

More interesting than expected. We spent over two hours touring this place and we did not even do…read morethe sub (we've been in subs in other towns & museums). We were on our way to Door County and decided to take the longer way up since none of us had ever been to Manitowoc. We saw this place in the tour books and knew we had to stop. At first the price seemed a bit high even without the sub tour but in the end it was well worth it. The displays hit on a wide variety of maritime topics not just the subs that were built locally during WWII. I really learned a lot including about all of the shipwrecks in nearby Lake Michigan. I really liked the display of old outboard motors. Overall a great experience.

Awesome area for a walk alongside Lake Michigan. Free parking, picnic tables and indoor bathrooms…read moreare available for use. Nice sandy beach but you are a brave soul to go into the lake unless it's crazy hot, chilly water! Nice walk out to the lighthouse and views of the city from the shoreline. Worth the stop.

A small, lakeside park just north of the marina. there is an ample parking lot and a very nice…read morebathroom facility at the north end. A couple of picnic spots and a small but nice beach area. The real attraction here is the walk on the north Manitowoc jetty. On your way to the lighthouse you will come upon a water impoundment that can be rife with shore birds. A little further on is the Paws and Play dog park. Beyond is the walk to the lighthouse. If it is windy and the surf is up you might skip the lighthouse walk because you'll get wet or worse. All in all a nice area to spend a couple of hours. Bring your binoculars and snacks. On a sunny day this can be a great day in the making. On a cold, rainy day, not so much. People in Manitowoc are usually friendly. Take the time to chat, you might make a new friend.

This is such a cute space! Outdoor seating with a water view? Yes, please! You order at the counter…read moreand pick up your own food, but the staff is very friendly. The food was also very good. Would recommend the Wharf to anyone looking for a chill and fun restaurant.

Slightly spicy bloody was really good. Then Door County Salad fresh ingredients, fast service.read more

This free attraction is so pristine and beautiful (especially in July). Lake Michigan sparkles in…read morethe background-- it would be silly not to visit! Also, I think the best water fountain in the world might be here. It is cold and crispy and delightful! Free public bathrooms too what more could you ask for?

Wow. I had no expectations when I stopped here, having only seen it on the map and deciding to stop…read moreby on my way through the area. What beautiful gardens right along the lake! It's not often you find this quality of garden in this type of environment (and for free!). The sound of the waves in the background as you stroll through the different garden 'regions' was relaxing and simply amazing.

Not the most exciting zoo I've been to if I were to be honest. Apart from the cougar, I think I…read morehave almost all of these animals visit my own backyard at some point (and who knows about the cougar, there is a chance that type of kitty has visited without my knowledge). I wouldn't expect more than 30-45 minutes needed to visit. And if you have older kids, maybe not the most compelling stop. But hey, it is free (unless you give a donation, which you should do!) so I can't complain too much. It gave my family something to do for the afternoon before dinner and the zoo is part of a larger park system, so you could probably find other things to do to make it an afternoon with no fees. At least it is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature and great views of the local river!

Great shaded park for those seeking exercise. Small zoo perfect for younger kids who are just…read moreexcited to see some animals. Kids small play area on way to the zoo and a larger play area near the barn. During the holidays it is turned into a drive through light show. Includes cabins and clubhouse for rent, tennis courts and a baseball diamond that turns into a skating rink in winter.

Bought passes at a school function. We didnt see they had a expiration date on the passes. They…read morewouldnt honor them and gave me only 25% off. With 5 kids it was an expensive day.

Our children (9, 7, & 4) all had a blast here. Rock climbing, a huge jungle gym, ninja warrior…read morecourses (complete with 4 sizes of warped walls), laser tag, and 3 bounce houses. There is also an arcade but there is so much else to do, our children didn't even ask to play games! We will be back soon!

Maybe not the best Farmers Market in Northeastern Wisconsin, but for me it's the closest…read more I gets the job done if you are looking for some local produce and products. Some weeks are better that others, but you can't beat the location. Located right on the river within walking distance of many downtown restaurants and bars. It's also right across the river from the Maritime Museum... you can see the submarine from the market.

Nice large steel sculpture of a Wisconsin badger. Adjacent to the SS Badger dock. Overlooks the…read moreManitowoc harbor with scenic views. The sculpture can be rotated by hand nearly 360 degrees allowing for a selfie in any direction. Not a must-visit, but definitely a "should visit" if in the area. Pleasant walk to the sculpture.

It's a fairly scrappy piece of work but Atlas Obscura got us here and we do love the weird, wacky…read moreand wonderful. A lovely location for pictures. We ran into a chap on a Lighthouse tour of Wisconsin who just happened to be from our old neighborhood in L.A. He had no idea it was a badger.

I have hiked this trail a couple of times. I go from Aurora to 10th Street and back. This is a…read morenicely marked trail and is well groomed. You can spot many birds and wildlife. I even saw a deer. I hiked this trail most recently when the fall colors were peak. It was gorgeous. If you can hike about 4 miles, I recommend this trail.

This is a beautiful Nature Center that has activities for people of ages. They have educational…read moreactivities year round. They take conservation seriously and have a great staff and lots of wonderful volunteers.

I went here on a Saturday afternoon for a private wedding reception. A clean, roomy, big bar with a…read morebunch of bar games. Very friendly bartenders and a really good Bloody Mary! I'll be back.

We had a fun time! Great pizza, great beer and great atmosphere for a Saturday afternoon.read more