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Green Bay City Overview

Green Bay is the county seat of Brown County, Wisconsin. It is located at the head of Green Bay, a sub-basin of Lake Michigan. The city is world-famous for its professional football team, the Green Bay Packers, and has a rich industrial and maritime history.

Location and Climate

Green Bay is situated in northeastern Wisconsin. The city experiences a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold, snowy winters. Its location on the bay moderates temperatures slightly compared to inland areas, but winters can still be severe.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Green Bay is in the summer and early fall (June to September) when the weather is warm and conducive to outdoor activities. Football fans often visit in the fall and winter to experience a game at Lambeau Field, despite the cold.

Best Ways to Get Around

A car is the most convenient way to explore Green Bay and the surrounding Door County peninsula. Green Bay Metro provides bus service within the city and nearby suburbs. The city is also served by Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport.

Top 5 Things to Do

  1. Visit Lambeau Field: Tour the legendary home of the Green Bay Packers, visit the Hall of Fame, and experience the history of "Titletown."
  2. Explore the National Railroad Museum: See a vast collection of locomotives and rolling stock, including the "Big Boy" steam engine and Dwight D. Eisenhower's command train.
  3. Walk through the Green Bay Botanical Garden: Enjoy 47 acres of stunning gardens, architecture, and natural areas that are beautiful year-round.
  4. Visit Bay Beach Amusement Park: Have family fun at this historic amusement park featuring vintage rides, including the Zippin Pippin roller coaster, all for a low cost.
  5. Tour the Heritage Hill State Historical Park: Step back in time at this open-air museum featuring historic buildings and costumed interpreters representing different eras of Wisconsin history.
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