Saugatuck

Saugatuck is known to be a popular destination among the midwest's LGBT community

Tourist information

• Saugatuck-Douglas Convention and Visitors BureaThe official source for all visitor information on this popular tourist destination.

Saugatuck is off I-196, south of Holland.

• Amazwi Contemporary Art

  address: 249 Culver St
  Fine art paintings, sculpture & unique crafts from Africa.

• Art 'Round TownAn outdoor sculpture exhibit, a walking tour.

• Blue Coast Artists

  address: 6301 122nd Ave, Fennville
  Six unique working artists studios specializing in many media.

• Bruce Baughman Studio & Gallery

  address: 242 Butler St
  A contemporary fine art gallery

• James Brandess Studios & Gallery

  address: 238 Butler St, Saugatuck
  Area landscapes, still-lifes, portraits.

• Czarina's Treasure

  address: 403 Water Street
  Upscale art glass, jewelry, bronzes, antiques, icons and gifts.

• Discovery Art Center

  address: 347 Water St
  A nationally recognized co-operative of Saugatuck artists.

• Good Goods

  address: 106 Mason St
  Fine art, furniture, ceramics, glass, jewelry and wearable art.

• Janice Miles Gallery

  address: 421 Water St
  Local and British landscape watercolors, jewelry, garden metal sculptures.

• Koorey Creations

  address: 104 Hoffman St
  Hand crafted jewelry, extraordinary gems in gold and platinum. Seasonal hours.

• Ox-Bow

  phone: +1 269-857-5811
  address: 3435 Rupprecht Way
  Summer School of art and artists’ residency.

• The Peachbelt Studio & Gallery

  phone: +1 269-561-5561
  address: Corner of M-89 & 63rd St, Fennville
  Oil painting by Dawn Stafford & sculpture by Jill Lareaux.

• Saugatuck Douglas Art Club

  phone: +1 269-857-1189
  address: Saugatuck Gallery, 317 Butler St.
  Largest selection of oil paintings in West Michigan, affordable prices.

• The Timmel Collection

  address: 133 Main St
  A gallery of fine art featuring 100 artisans.

• Tuscan Pot

  address: 321 Water Street
  Original, Italian style pottery/tiles, Italian imports and more.

• Saugatuck Chain Ferry

  address: 407-513 Park St
  A rare still-operational chain ferry. Only open during the summer season, it's a neat way to get across the Kalamazoo River. Check the website for full details.

In Douglas

• Button Gallery

  address: 161 Blue Star Highway, Douglas
  Offering fine paintings and sculpture in Douglas since 1966.

• Constance Petter Gallery

  address: 161 Blue Star Highway, Douglas
  National and regional fine art for thirty years.

• Water Street Gallery

  address: 98 Center Street, Douglas
  Contemporary fine art, painting, glass, sculpture by national/regional artists.

Stroll the art galleries, visit the eclectic shops and restaurants and walk along the Lake Michigan beach to watch the sunsets. Oval Beach – which is in Saugatuck, but accessible by driving through Douglas – was once featured by MTV as one of the "top five" beaches in the country.
Every June since 1999, Saugatuck has hosted the Waterfront Film Festival, a showcase of independent filmmaking, featuring a selection of movies ranging from (relatively) big-budget productions with well-known star or two to obscure shoestring-budget shorts, including many regional and a few worldwide debuts.

• A Christmas Carol, Saugatuck, Tickets: +1 269-857-1701. 2 weeks in December.

• Big Lake Outfitters

  address: 640 Water St
  Charter fishing, pontoon rentals, fishing & marine supplies.

• Chamber Music Festival of SaugatuckSaugatuck Woman's Club. Concerts Thursdays & Fridays in July & August.

• Clearbrook Golf Club, Pro Shop & Driving Range

  address: 6494 Clearbrook Drive
  Golf Digest Four Stars - with friendly rates & great food.

• The 1866 Old School House

  address: 130 Center Street, Douglas, MI 49406

• Fenn Valley Vineyards Tasting Room

  address: 310 Butler Street
  Fenn Valley Tasting Room. Award winning wines of distinction.

• Fennville Goose Festival

  phone: +1 269-686-6854
  address: Fennville

• Harbor Duck Adventures Co

  phone: +1 269-857-DUCK
  address: Saugatuck and Douglas
  Amphibious touring water taxi.

• Lakeshore Jazz ConnectionSponsoring jazz performances throughout the year.

• Laketown Golf & Conference Center

  address: 6069 Blue Star Highway
  Premier location for receptions, meetings and conferences.

• Mason Street Warehouse

  address: 400 Culver St
  An uptown theatre in downtown Saugatuck; a professional theatre.

• The Red Barn

  address: 3657 63rd Street
  Plays, cabarets, art & exhibits, ballet at the historic Red Barn.

• Saugatuck-Douglas Museum

  address: 735 Park St
  Annual exhibits open Memorial Day - Labor Day, daily. Fall weekends.

• Saugatuck Dune Rides

  address: 6495 Blue Star Highway
  35 minute scenic tour thru the sand dunes of Lake Michigan.

• Star of Saugatuck Boat Cruises

  address: 716 Water St
  1½ hour cruise on authentic Sternwheeler – snacks & spirits.

• Saugatuck Center for the Arts

  address: 400 Culver Street
  Arts and entertainment year-round.

• Saugatuck Dunes State Park

  address: 6575 138th Ave
  A day-use park along a secluded strip of Lake Michigan shoreline, Saugatuck Dunes State Park offers 1,000 acres of land with 2.5 miles of shore line.

• Waterfront Film Festival

  phone: +1 269-857-8351
  address: 350 Culver Street
  Annual independent film festival.

• Lakeview Lanes & Grill

  address: 229 Center Street
  Restaurant, bar & bowling.

In Douglas

• Running Rivers Kayak Rental

  phone: +1 269-673-3698
  address: Wade's Bayou Park, Center St., Douglas
  No experience needed. All ages welcome. 8-hour river trips.

• American Spoon Foods

  address: 308 Butler St
  Gourmet artisanal foods celebrating the native flavors of Michigan.

• Belvedere Inn & Restaurant

  address: 3656 63rd Street
  B&B and dinner. All inclusive dine and lodge.

• The Butler

  phone: +1 269-857-3501
  address: 40 Butler St
  Seafood, steaks & burgers. Waterfront dining. Open year round.

• Butler Pantry

  address: 119 Butler St
  Gourmet kitchenware, gadgets, specialty foods, wine.

• Charlie's Round the Corner Ice Dream

  address: 134 Mason St
  50 flavors. Saugatuck's favorite ice cream shop for 30 years.

• Clearbrook Restaurant

  address: 6494 Clearbrook Drive
  Choose top-rated refined dining or award winning casual food.

• Coral Gables Restaurant

  address: 220 Water St
  Saugatuck's waterfront, entertainment complex, 5 bars, 4 restaurants.

• Kilwin's Chocolate

  address: 152 Butler St
  Handmade chocolates, fudge and original recipe ice cream.

• The Little Store

  address: 6586 122nd Ave, Fennville
  Beer, liquor, pizza takeout, sporting goods, grocery, lotto, video.

• Marro's Italian Restaurant

  address: 147 Water St
  36 years of great homemade Italian food. Casual fun dining.

• Mermaid Bar & Grill

  address: 340 Water St
  Saugatuck. Waterfront dining and cocktails, fresh seafood, pasta and steaks.

• The Olive Mill

  address: 220 Culver St
  Olive oil tasting experience. 30 artisan extra virgin olive oils & balsamic vinegars.

• Phil's Bar & Grille

  phone: +1 269-857-1555
  address: 215 Butler St
  Hemingway's favorite Saugatuck hang-out. Damn fine food & drink.

• Pumpernickels

  phone: +1 269-857-1196
  address: 202 Butler St
  Breakfast, lunch, dinner & cocktails; relaxed atmosphere, patio & sun deck.
• Providence Farms , +1 269-857-1215. Organic beef, lamb, pork, chicken & turkey. Pick up at the Green market on Fridays in Saugatuck info@providencefarms.org

• The River Market & Deli

  address: 650 Water St
  Full deli, groceries, beer, liquor, wine, bakery, cigars & gas dock.

• Sand Bar Saloon

  address: 141 Butler St, Saugatuck
  Friendly downtown bar with beer, wine, spirits, pool tables, gyros & Keno.

• Saugatuck-Douglas Green Market

  address: 400 Culver Street
  (June–September) Featuring Michigan farmers and artisan producers, dedicated to bringing fresh, high quality food to your table.

• Spectators Sports Bar & Grill

  phone: +1 269-857-5001
  address: 6432 Blue Star Highway
  25 TVs, outdoor seating, live music, meeting room for up to 50 people.

• Tabor Hill Wine Port

  phone: +1 269-857-4859
  address: 214 Butler St, Saugatuck
  Fine wines, great food, incredible view, tastings & tours (800) 283-3363

• Uncommon Coffee Roasters

  phone: +1 269-857-3333
  address: 127 Hoffman St
  In-house roasted coffees, fresh baked goods, full juice bar.

• Wine Sellers Of Saugatuck

  phone: +1 269-857-7815
  address: 247 Butler St
  Fine wine and beer, wine racks, gourmet foods, gifts and cigars.

• Alley's Classic American Diner and Bowl

  phone: +1 269 857-1107
  address: 229 Center Street
  Restaurant, bar, bowling.

• The Mitten Brewing Company

  phone: +1 269-455-5719
  address: 329 Water St
  Pizza, sandwiches and more along with a selection of unique craft beers.

• The Southerner

  phone: +1-269-857-3555
  address: 880 Holland St
  A restaurant on the water serving fantastic Southern food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The chef is excellent, and the parking lot reflects that. Call ahead to check on the wait time.

• Ida Red's Cottage

  phone: +1-269-455-9834
  address: 645 Water St
  A great selection of options for breakfast or lunch in a charming setting. There's often a waiting list, and they're closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

• Wally's

  phone: +1-269-857-5641
  address: 128 Hoffman St
  A pub serving typical American food with a lively atmosphere. It can get fairly loud, but the food and drinks are pretty cheap and good.

In Douglas

• Blue Star Cafe & M&M's Ice Cream

  phone: +1 269-857-1030
  address: 141 Blue Star Hwy, Douglas
  Ma & Pa Greek meals, veggies, omelets, burgers, pitas, ice cream.

• DeMond's Super Valu

  address: 237 Center St, Douglas
  Beer, wine, liquor, bakery, deli, fresh produce and tender steaks.

• Everyday People Cafe

  address: 11 Center St, Douglas
  Casual, hip dining featuring eclectic American bistro fare.
• Costa Azul (formerly Jo Jo's), 107 Blue Star Highway, Douglas, +1 269-857-1523, Authentic, family-owned and -operated Mexican restaurant.

• Saugatuck Brewing Company

  phone: +1 269-857-7222
  address: 2948 Blue Star Hwy, Douglas, MI 49406
  Next door to the Antique Pavilion, Douglas. Handcrafted beer and brew. On premise brewery.

• Coppercraft Distillery Tasting Room

  phone: +1-616-796-8274
  address: 340 Water St
  A quiet spot to sample spirits from a local distillery.

• Ridge Cider Company Tasting Room

  phone: +1-231-674-2040
  address: 330 Water St
  Sample ciders from Grant Michigan at their tasting room in Saugatuck.

• Beechwood Manor Inn & Cottage

  address: 736 Pleasant Street
  An upscale bed and breakfast within walking distance to downtown Saugatuck.

• Saugatuck Bed and Breakfast

  address: 938 Center Street
  A Victorian home in a wooded setting half a block from the Lake Michigan beach.

• Hidden Garden Cottages & Suites

  address: 247 Butler St.

• Hidden Garden Cottages & Suites

  address: 247 Butler St.
  Downtown.

• Lynn-Dee-Lea Houseboat

  address: 868 Holland St
  Sleep on the water in this boatel.

• Twin Gables Inn

  address: 900 Lake Street
  Casual bed and breakfast in town overlooking Lake Kalamazoo.

• The Wickwood Inn

  phone: +1 269-857-1465
  address: 510 Butler Street
  Bed and breakfast near the shore of Lake Michigan that touts its food.

• Lakeshore Lodging

  phone: +1 269-857-7829
  address: 735 Lake Street
  Vacation rental company in Saugatuck that offers condos and vacation home rentals near the beach of Lake Michigan.

In Douglas

• Sherwood Forest Bed and Breakfast

  address: 938 Center Street, Douglas
  Half a block from the Lake Michigan beach.

• The Dunes Resort

  address: 333 Blue Star Hwy, Douglas
  Gay & lesbian resort with motel rooms and multi-room cottages, set in 20 acres.

The lakeshore city of Holland lies a short distance to the north.