Southern Wisconsin, WI

Travel Guide

Wisconsin showing art, interior views and heritage architecture
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Wind Point Lighthouse featuring heritage architecture and a lighthouse
Wind Point Lighthouse showing a lighthouse, heritage architecture and signage
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 showing a garden, a house 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 dangerous animals and zoo animals as well as a small group of people

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 showing interior views

Westown

4.5/5(514 area reviews)

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

Westown
#localsecrets
Did you know Milwaukee has a secret waterfall?

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
La Crosse showing night scenes and a city

Historic Downtown La Crosse

4.5/5(37 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown La Crosse. A stop by La Crosse Center or Oktoberfest Grounds might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown La Crosse
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
The price is ¥37,090 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
¥37,090
¥42,840 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
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! (3,103 reviews)
AMAZING HOTEL!
"This hotel is AMAZING!!!! The staff is wonderful, service superb, restaurant fabulous! An absolute joy to stay here!"

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025

The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor's Club
Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West

Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West

2.5 out of 5
8102 Excelsior Dr, Madison, WI
The price is ¥10,672 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
¥10,672
¥12,326 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Madison. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
"My room was nice & clean. Nice pool area"

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West
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 ¥8,123 per night from Sep 25 to Sep 26
¥8,123
¥9,117 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
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 (2,439 reviews)
"Was nice to pay 1 price for park and for parking."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park Resort
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! (2,996 reviews)
"All was fantastic"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark
The Dylin by Mint House

The Dylin by Mint House

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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (94 reviews)
"Very easy to access parking and get in the building."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

The Dylin by Mint House
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! (969 reviews)
"It has everything that we needed and the breakfast was good. Clean and staff was friendly."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 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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