Here’s to Creating Memories that Can’t be Topped in Wisconsin
Make every golden moment count in Wisconsin. Experience a kaleidoscope of color with your favorite people and make this fall unforgettable. Taste the bounty at top-rated restaurants and marvel at urban skylines set alongside fresh shorelines. Take in postcard-worthy views from scenic vistas and create magical moments with your loved ones as you discover something new together. Uncover top things to see and do showcased in Travel Wisconsin's TV commercial airing during Season 21 of Bravo's "Top Chef" and uncover why Wisconsin is a must-visit destination for you and your crew.
Lark, Janesville
An inventive menu with seasonally driven dishes awaits you and your loved ones as you pull up a chair at Lark in downtown Janesville. Begin your evening with an original craft cocktail and order a small plate to share as you peruse the delicious options for your main course. Don’t forget to stop at Lark Market just two doors down for incredible on-the-go delicacies and keep an eye on their events calendar for unique dining classes like sushi roll making.
Madison
Madison is where tradition meets innovation. The city is far more than a college town and home to the state capital. Madison is also where families come to bond on the lake, friends reunite over food and drinks and art and history lovers enjoy live music and museums galore. Something is always going on here, from farmers markets to outdoor concerts--come and make memories and choose Madison as your home away from home.
Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee
Milwaukee, Wisconsin’s largest city, is always buzzing with good energy. From the bright blue Lake Michigan waterfront to award-winning craft tastes to the cheers at festivals and sports stadiums, this city has something for everyone. One of the most recognizable sights of this iconic city is the Milwaukee Art Museum, an essential destination for art and architecture in Wisconsin. The Museum is Wisconsin’s largest arts institution on a 24-acre lakefront campus and is best known for its moveable Burke Brise Soleil (or “wings”).
Grandad Bluff, La Crosse
Grandad Bluff soars 600 feet over the city of La Crosse, offering expansive views of the Mississippi River Valley, including neighboring states of Minnesota and Iowa. Although stunning at any time of year, a hike to the top of this scenic overlook in autumn is one not to be missed. After taking in the stunning panoramas of golden hues you’ll see why “Wisconsin Trails” readers call this “the most scenic view in the state".
Hot Air Balloon Rides, Wausau
Take your love for Wisconsin to new heights in a hot air balloon ride in Wausau. You’ll see the state in the most captivating way from a bird’s eye view when you time your visit with the Taste ‘N Glow Balloon Festival. This two-day event will fill you with awe and enchantment as balloons in various shapes and sizes brighten the evening sky in a magical display of color.
Northwoods Zip Line, Minocqua
Just minutes outside of Minocqua a wilderness adventure awaits at Northwoods Zip Line. Experience a fun-packed day with family and friends soaring high above the treetops in northern Wisconsin. Immerse yourself in stunning natural beauty with 13 total zip lines, including one that will have you flying 1,000 ft over a wilderness lake.
EAA AirVenture, Oshkosh
Hundreds of thousands of aviation lovers and families flock to Oshkosh every year in July for the world’s largest aviation event, EAA AirVenture. Every member of your family, from the oldest to the youngest, will encounter plenty of jaw-dropping moments during this week-long signature event. From sunrise to well past sunset, your days are filled with dazzling displays of world-class aerobatics, fireworks, hands-on workshops and so much more.
Sundara Inn & Spa, Wisconsin Dells
One of the first destination spas in the Midwest, Sundara Inn & Spa is a luxurious retreat tucked back in a 26-acre pine forest in Wisconsin Dells and makes for the ultimate couple’s escape or friends’ getaway. Come for the day or, for a truly relaxing experience, stay the night in a lush suite and take full advantage of spa amenities like indoor and outdoor pools, complimentary wellness activities and dining at the on-site Nava restaurant.
No matter what kind of adventure you seek, Wisconsin's diverse attractions offer something for every traveler. So, pack your bags and get ready for magical moments like these that will become your top memories with your favorite people.
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