Southern Wisconsin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in Southern Wisconsin

Milwaukee

Downtown Milwaukee

Lake Michigan and Pabst Theater are a few top attractions in Downtown Milwaukee. Hop around the city on the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries.

Downtown Milwaukee
Madison which includes flowers, a house and a park

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 showing dangerous animals and zoo animals as well as a small group of people

Wauwatosa

Travellers come to Wauwatosa for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Milwaukee County Zoo and Mayfair Mall while you're in town.

Wauwatosa
Milwaukee Public Library featuring interior views

Westown

4/5(3 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 known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Bayshore Town Center and Milwaukee River Bike Trail while you're in town.

Glendale
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Monona

Visitors to Monona enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Aldo Leopold Nature Center is worth a stop.

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 NZ$167 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
NZ$167
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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 ...
6.6/10 (2,206 reviews)
Family vacation
"I was worried after reading some of the reviews, but we were pleasantly surprised. We had a double queen room with bunk beds. We did not have the room that was pictured when we booked but it still worked out. We stayed in building 31A which was right across the street from Mount Olympus park. The ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park Resort
Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva

Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva

3.5 out of 5
300 Wrigley Dr, Lake Geneva, WI
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! (1,191 reviews)
"Staff was polite, the pool areas and lounge area were well kept, also very convenient to lake front and shopping"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva
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
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! (2,886 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
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! (2,899 reviews)
"Overall my family had a great time. Many hours in the waterpark, outdoor pool, slides, arcade, Sunday flow golf, fireworks and a visit to their onsite restaurant and Timber ridge. The only thing that could have been better would be a less noisy way to get air conditioning up to upstairs bedroom and ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark
The Dylin

The Dylin

4 out of 5
611 E Dayton St, Madison, WI
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Madison. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Camp Randall Stadium and Alliant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews)
"The interior was beautiful, with modern furnishings, a full kitchen, comete with dishwasher for the included kitchenwares, and a washer and dryer for laundry. Would recommend if you need a place to stay for a few days. My one concern for the place is that from a brief talk in the hall with another ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

The Dylin
Grandstay Residential Suites Hotel - Sheboygan

Grandstay Residential Suites Hotel - Sheboygan

2.5 out of 5
708 Niagara Avenue, Sheboygan, WI
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sheboygan. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (948 reviews)
"Free convenient parking. Rooms are spacious and clean. Kitchenette available with dishes."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Grandstay Residential Suites Hotel - Sheboygan
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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