Southern Wisconsin

Travel Guide

Wisconsin showing interior views, heritage architecture and art
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Southern Wisconsin
Wind Point Lighthouse featuring signage, heritage architecture and a lighthouse
Charles Allis Art Museum featuring interior views

Where to stay in Southern Wisconsin

Milwaukee

Downtown Milwaukee

Central business district with cultural, financial, and historical landmarks, Downtown Milwaukee offers shopping at The Shops of Grand Avenue, art galleries in the Historic Third Ward, high-end dining, and vibrant nightlife. Explore the Milwaukee Public Market and Riverwalk, or hop on the free streetcar system.

Downtown Milwaukee
Madison featuring a house, a park and flowers

Downtown Madison

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Madison. A stop by Orpheum Theater or Overture Center for the Arts might round out your trip.

Downtown Madison
Milwaukee County Zoo which includes zoo animals and dangerous animals as well as a family

Wauwatosa

Wauwatosa is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Milwaukee County Zoo and Mayfair Mall while you're in town.

Wauwatosa
Milwaukee Public Library which includes interior views

Westown

4/5(8 area reviews)

While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and Milwaukee Public Museum.

Westown
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Glendale

Glendale is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Bayshore Town Center or Milwaukee River Bike Trail.

Glendale
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Monona

Situated on Lake Monona's southeastern shore, this Madison suburb boasts the historic Indian Mounds Park, a site on the National Register of Historic Places.

Monona
Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park Resort

Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park Resort

3 out of 5
655 N. Frontage Road, Wisconsin Dells, WI
The price is CA $62 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $62
CA $70 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly resort in Wisconsin Dells. Enjoy an outdoor pool, free water park access, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
6.8/10 (2,351 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2025

Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park Resort
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club

3.5 out of 5
1 W Dayton St, Madison, WI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $173 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
CA $173
CA $200 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star luxury hotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,997 reviews)
"good"

Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2025

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva

Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva

3.5 out of 5
300 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI
The price is CA $184 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
CA $184
CA $237 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Lake Geneva. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,222 reviews)
I give this hotel a 10/10
"Very nice view of water. Friendliest staff ever. The housekeepers were always smiling. Very clean. Amenities were plentiful. Very comfortable room."

Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2025

Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark

Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark

3.5 out of 5
7020 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva, WI
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Lake Geneva. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,952 reviews)
"Great family place"

Reviewed on Aug. 18, 2025

Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark
The Plaza Hotel

The Plaza Hotel

3 out of 5
1007 N Cass Street, Milwaukee, WI
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,119 reviews)
"Loved the authentic design of building. It’s celebrating 100 years this year. How amazing is that!"

Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2025

The Plaza Hotel
Tamarack Wisconsin Dells a Ramada by Wyndham

Tamarack Wisconsin Dells a Ramada by Wyndham

3 out of 5
874 Xanadu Rd., Wisconsin Dells, WI
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly vacation home in Wisconsin Dells. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (963 reviews)
"The room had a beautiful view! However, the couch reeked of cigarette smoke. They came and cleaned it and ran an ozone machine in the rooom, but the smell never really went completely away. The staff was very nice."

Reviewed on Aug. 8, 2025

Tamarack Wisconsin Dells a Ramada by Wyndham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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