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A CURATED LIST OF WISCONSIN’S MOST INTRIGUING ATTRACTIONS AND AMENITIES
High Cliff State Park-Sherwood
High Cliff State Park-Sherwood (Calumet County in Northeast WI) N7630 State Park Rd, Sherwood, WI 54169 920.989.1106 The sounds of nature so close to the city, you will find yourself “getting away” on a Tuesday if you live near the Fox Cities area! Established in...
Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company-Chippewa Falls
Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company-Chippewa Falls (Chippewa County in Northwest WI) 124 East Elm Street, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 715.723.5558 After a 1.1 mile walk on the brewery tour, in a building where there is no air conditioning and temps can reach 130 degrees at...
WI State Firefighters Memorial-Wisconsin Rapids
WI State Firefighters Memorial-Wisconsin Rapids (Wood County in Central WI) Memorial Park, Wisconsin Rapids A scenic, tranquil tribute to Wisconsin firefighters who have died in the line of duty, this non-profit memorial not only pays homage to the fallen but those...
Crescent Beach Boardwalk-Algoma
Crescent Beach Boardwalk-Algoma (Kewaunee County in Northeast WI) Lake Street, Algoma 54201 Crescent Beach Boardwalk is the ultimate quiet escape to the beach life. With the quaint backdrop of downtown Algoma, beach-goers can enjoy a day at the shore soaking up the...
City Stadium-Green Bay
City Stadium (Brown County in Northeast WI) 1500 E Walnut Street, Green Bay, WI 54301 A Packer pilgrimage to Green Bay would not be complete without a visit to City Stadium, the Packers home from 1925 through 1956. Located on the northeast side of Green Bay, the...
Ardy & Ed’s Drive In-Oshkosh
Ardy & Ed’s Drive-In Restaurant-Oshkosh (Winnebago County in East Central WI) 2413 South Main Street, Oshkosh, WI 54902 920.231.5455 Owned by Steve and Ardy Davis Rock and roll on over to Ardy & Ed’s for some great classic drive-in favorites including hot...
Timm’s Hill-Ogema
Timm’s Hill-Ogema (Price County in Northwest WI) Timm’s Hill County Park The view from up here is…breath-taking! The highest natural point in Wisconsin, Timm’s Hill is 1951.5 feet above sea level. Truly an all season wonder, Timm’s Hill can be enjoyed by the novice...
Munson Bridge Winery-Withee
Munson Bridge Winery-Withee (Clark County in Central WI) W6462 Bridge Road, Withee, WI 54498 715.229.4501 Seasonal hours April through December Owned by Tom and Sheri Rohland Nestled in the heart of central Wisconsin’s farm country, Munson Bridge Winery is a wine...
Lake Dexter Drive In-Pittsville
Lake Dexter Drive-In Pittsville (Wood County in Central WI) 3608 State Road 80, Pittsville 54466 715.697.3483 Open Spring through Early Fall Jodi Wolfe, General Manager A friend and family getaway in the sun! just when you thought you were in the middle of nowhere,...
Ginny’s Cupboard-Sparta
Ginny’s Cupboard-Sparta (Monroe County in Southwest WI) 127 North Water Street, Downtown Sparta 54656 608.269.6669 Hours: Monday-Saturday, 7:00 am-8:00 pm Sunday, 9:00 am-3:00 pm Owned by Kevin and Deborah Moore A vintage lovers must see and must eat in the...
5 HIDDEN GEMS FOR YOUR MILWAUKEE ADVENTURE
Milwaukee, being the largest city in Wisconsin, is packed full of ritzy restaurants, posh shops, and tourist attractions. What makes it stand out are the hidden gems and landmarks of eras past and its lesser-known local favorites. Here are five lesser known, must-see...
4 UNIQUE WISCONSIN ATTRACTIONS YOU NEED TO VISIT
Wisconsin is more than just America’s Dairyland, it is rich in unique experiences and attractions that you are must-sees. Whether you’re on vacation or are looking for something to do around your state, Wisconsin always has something to offer for any age...
4 TOP FINE DINING EXPERIENCES WISCONSIN HAS TO OFFER
After a long day of vacationing fun, it is always nice to wrap up your evening with a meal prepared by someone else. Wisconsin is absolutely loaded with delicious restaurants and pubs, but what if you are wanting something a little more upscale and classier? The...
3 PERFECT DESTINATIONS FOR A ROMANTIC HONEYMOON IN WISCONSIN
If you don’t think Wisconsin when you think of romantic honeymoon destinations, then you don’t know Wisconsin. More than just America’s Dairyland, Wisconsin is home to a host of romantic destinations that say: “happily ever after.” Even...
WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES 101 S. Webster Street . PO Box 7921 | Madison, Wisconsin 53707-7921 There’s never been a better time to introduce your family + friends to the fun of ice fishing than during Wisconsin’s Winter Free Fishing Weekend. Book a...
WISCONSIN GREAT RIVER ROAD
WISCONSIN GREAT RIVER ROAD | De Soto, Wisconsin 54624 The ultimate #Wiscation road trip starts and ends on the @WisconsinGreatRiverRoad. Spanning nearly 250 miles, this road stretches through more than 33 historic river towns + villages and provides an unbeatable tour...
LAKE PARK BISTRO
LAKE PARK BISTRO 3133 EAST NEWBERRY BLVD. | MILWAUKEE Sitting atop the bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan is a bustling French bistro with award-winning cuisine + a rich history as Milwaukee’s premier dining destination — @LakeParkBistro. With both traditional and...
DELTA DINER
DELTA DINER 14385 County Highway H | Delta, WI 54856 Perched in what the owners describe as the “middle of nowhere,” there’s no dining spot with a richer history than the @DeltaDiner. This reborn again diner made its way to Delta, Wisconsin in 2003 after a “frame-up...
LOVE
LOVE All Over | Wisconsin With sunset skies kissing the landscapes and romantic restaurants waiting around every corner, there’s no #ValentinesDay getaway quite like a #Wiscation.[…] Learn...
DELLS MILL & MUSEUM
DELLS MILL & MUSEUM E18855 County Road V | Augusta, WI 54722 Just sixteen years after Wisconsin became an official state, a grist mill was built in the small town of Augusta. Nearly 154 years later, the Dells Mill and Museum remains one of the most photographed...
PAUL BUNYANS
PAUL BUNYANS 8653 Hwy 51 N | Minocqua, WI 54548 For more than 56 years, this Northwoods tradition has been serving up unforgettable sights, sounds and smells making it a must-add stop on every #Wiscation itinerary. Find out why bigger is always better[…] Learn...
THE DOMES
THE DOMES 524 S. Layton Boulevard | Milwaukee, WI 53215 Thousands of plant species from across the globe have found their home right here in Wisconsin at the @MilwaukeeDomes. Since 1959 these uniquely structured Domes have been home to flowers + plants from around the...
OLD RITTENHOUSE INN
OLD RITTENHOUSE INN 301 Rittenhouse Avenue | Bayfield, WI In the end, we only regret the Wiscations we didn’t take. Don’t let an opportunity to escape the hustle + bustle of everyday life pass you by without taking the time to stop, explore and soak in all that...
DRINK WISCONSINBLY
DRINK WISCONSINBLY 135 East National Avenue | Milwaukee, WI 53204 Over in our neck of the woods there’s only one way to drink and that’s Wisconsinbly From apparel to drinkware, stock up on gear for your next #Wiscation from our friends at Drink Wisconsinbly (Image via...
MACS RESTAURANT
MACS RESTAURANT multiple locations | multiple locations WI If there’s one thing “Wisconsinites” know it’s that everything tastes better with cheese And arguably no one knows that better than Nick + Jackie Morse, owners of @macs_restaurant. In 2013 this beloved mac n’...
IAN’S PIZZA
IAN’S PIZZA 100 State St. | 319 N Frances St. | MADISON WI – 608.257.9248 Oh, look! More foods with mac and cheese on them! Hey, this is Wisconsin after all, and the famous Mac n’ Cheese Pizza from Ian’s Pizza is probably one of the most universally-loved foods...
LUCILLE
LUCILLE 101 King St. | Madison, WI 53703 – (608) 283-0000 Besides the fact that Lucille is one of the most gorgeous restaurants in Madison, with a stunning bar and two-story location on the corner of the Capitol Square, it’s also the only place in town to get...
NEXT DOOR BREWING COMPANY
NEXT DOOR BREWING COMPANY 2439 Atwood Ave | Madison, WI 53704 – (608) 729-3683 You’ve heard about the hot-and-spicy cheese bread from Stella’s Bakery at the Dane County Farmer’s Market, but if you missed the market, this is the next best thing. At Next Door...
ROCKHOUND BREWING COMPANY
ROCKHOUND BREWING COMPANY Rockhound Brewing gets its name from the slang term for a geologist. The owner went to school to be one before eventually discovering his love – and talent – for brewing beer. In addition to a wide range of well-balanced craft...
OSS – THE SAUSAGE KING OF MADISON
OSS – THE SAUSAGE KING OF MADISON 910 Regent St. | Madison, WI 53715 – 608-709-1000 The joke in town is that O.S.S. stands for, well, no one knows exactly. Open Serving Sausage? Obviously Super Sausage? Ohio State Stinks? (We kid!) But the food at this...
MURMURWOOD CABINS – CLAM LAKE
MURMURWOOD CABINS – CLAM LAKE Box 435 | Clam Lake, WI 54517 If you want to be completely immersed in the Northwoods experience, look no further than the idyllic Murmurwood Cabins in the heart of Chequamegon National Forest. These 2-bedroom log cabins do an immaculate...
GREENWAY LOG COTTAGES
GREENWAY LOG COTTAGES 401 Strauss Avenue | Green Lake, WI 54941 – (920) 294-6222 Located in the ever-popular Green Lake, you’ll find six secluded log cottages that make for a convenient and relaxing getaway. Greenway’s Log Cottages vary in size and can...
HILLER’S PINE HAVEN – ST. GERMAIN
HILLER’S PINE HAVEN – ST. GERMAIN 7992 Patton Road | St Germain WI 54558 1-800-445-5370 Hiller’s Pine Haven offers 11 cottages along Little St. Germain Lake with a range of unique configurations to suit your needs. The cottages were remodeled in 2014 and include full...
THE BIER ZOT – SISTER BAY
THE BIER ZOT – SISTER BAY 10677 North Bayshore Drive | Sister Bay, WI 54234 A visit to Door County pairs perfectly with outdoor dining and a cold beer. This makes the Bier Zot a small piece of heaven in an already paradise-like part of the state. The only trouble...
CAFÉ BAVARIA – WAUWATOSA
CAFÉ BAVARIA – WAUWATOSA 7700 Harwood Avenue | Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53213 – 414-271-7700 Café Bavaria provides a more modern take on the traditional German experience. Here you’ll find a bevy of great German beer right alongside some of the USA’s best craft...
HOUSE OF GERHARD
HOUSE OF GERHARD 3927 75th St | Kenosha, WI 53142 Authentic German cuisine and American favorites, including famous prime rib. If it’s a taste of Deutschland you seek, you needn’t fly to Bavaria. A short drive from I-94 on Hwy. 50. For more than 51 years,...
THE PINES RESTAURANT
THE PINES RESTAURANT 5234 N Hwy 51 | Mercer, WI 54547 Family restaurant featuring homemade dinners and nightly specials. Specializing in authentic German cuisine and homemade pizza. Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream and Frozen Custard, Homemade cakes and cookies. Outdoor...
ESSEN HAUS GERMAN RESTAURANT
ESSEN HAUS GERMAN RESTAURANT 514 E. Wilson St. | Madison, WI 53703 Celebrating over 30 years as a top Madison restaurant and banquet hall! Essen Haus, Madison’s authentic German restaurant & trinken halle, invites you to take a trip to Germany without ever...
AL JOHNSON’S SWEDISH RESTAURANT & BUTIK
AL JOHNSON’S SWEDISH RESTAURANT & BUTIK 10698 N Bay Shore Dr | Sister Bay, WI 54234 Cave of the Mounds National Natural Landmark is celebrating 78 years since the Cave opened for tours. Since then Cave of the Mounds has become the premier cave in the upper...
CAVE OF THE MOUNDS
CAVE OF THE MOUNDS 2975 Cave of the Mounds Rd | Blue Mounds, WI 53517—–(608) 437-3038 Cave of the Mounds National Natural Landmark is celebrating 78 years since the Cave opened for tours. Since then Cave of the Mounds has become the premier cave in the...
GENEVA LAKE SHORE PATH
GENEVA LAKE SHORE PATH Circles the entire Lake Geneva | Lake Geneva, WI 53147 The Geneva Lake Walking Path is a 21-mile (34 km) mix of concrete, limestone and dirt originally created by Native Americans a century ago. Serious walkers can complete the path in eights...
WILMOT STAGE STOP
WILMOT STAGE STOP 30646 113th Street (intersection of C & W) | Wilmot, WI 53192—–262-862-6212 Wilmot Stage Stop is an upscale, legendary steakhouse, family owned and operated for seven generations making it Wisconsin’s oldest tap & dining room. Our...
TWIN OAKS COUNTRY INN
TWIN OAKS COUNTRY INN 30807 114th St | Wilmot, Wisconsin—–(262) 862-9377 Twin Oaks Country Inn is a Casual Fine Dining Restaurant and Banquet Facility located in Wilmot Wisconsin. Historic Victorian home, built in 1891, surrounded by virgin oak trees,...
THE ANDERSON HOUSE
THE ANDERSON HOUSE Hwy 42 & Anderson Ln | Ephraim Wisconsin, WI 54211 The Anderson House. A long time ago fisherman would stop and write their name and date on this building so that others would know where they had ported last in case they were lost at sea. Now...
STUDIO WINERY
STUDIO WINERY 401 Sheridan Springs Road | Lake Geneva, WI 53147—–(262) 348-9100 Studio is an urban winery. The moment you step into our contemporary tasting room, you will catch the Studio Vibe. One part art gallery, one part recording studio & 100%...
APOSTLE ISLAND CAVES
APOSTLE ISLAND CAVES | Bayfield Centuries of wave action, freezing, and thawing have sculpted shorelines throughout Apostle Islands National Lakeshore. Some of the Great Lakes’ most spectacular scenery occurs where these forces interact with sandstone of the...
CRANBERRY BOGS
CRANBERRY BOGS | Wisconsin Rapids Wisconsin’s cranberry harvest starts in late September and runs through most of October, adding a sea of red to the fall landscape. There is no better time than this to experience Wisconsin’s Cranberry Country. Whether you want to get...
GRAND GENEVA RESORT & SPA
GRAND GENEVA RESORT & SPA 7036 Grand Geneva Way | Lake Geneva Originally opened in 1968 as the Lake Geneva Playboy Club Hotel, the lush property served as a luxury escape for Midwest travelers. The first Playboy Club Hotel to open in the U.S., the resort brought a...
FIN N’ FEATHER
All seating gives you a beautiful view of the Wolf River. Get the feeling of the riverboat in this wonderful room as the historic Wolf River slowly ambles by, carrying its modern day trade of fishermen, sightseers and pleasure craft. As day turns into night, the...