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 AU$156 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$156
17 Aug - 18 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 ...
6.8/10 (2,288 reviews)
"I love how friendly the front desk was! That truly made my stay! Also the parks included in the stay is AMAZING saved so much hassle!"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 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! (1,204 reviews)
Decent hotel
"Love the location of the hotel to the lake. Staff was friendly. Rooms were nice. Beds were a bit below average. Overall good stay"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 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! (2,920 reviews)
Beautiful Hotel
"This hotel is really beautiful, comfortable and clean. Great location in downtown Madison. The staff were top notch! Had drinks in the bar--friendly, chic atmosphere. I have nothing negative to say except that I was lucky that this was not a longer stay so I didn't have to wash my hair. The shower ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 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! (2,913 reviews)
"Very family oriented. Hidden gem"

Reviewed on 31 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! (80 reviews)
"Nice, clean, well-equipped and well-decorated rooms."

Reviewed on 27 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! (952 reviews)
"Loved my stay and the room was great! The room was a little muggy and humid though."

Reviewed on 25 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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