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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedApr 10, 2023
How long is the drive from Petoskey to Minneapolis?
The direct drive from Petoskey to Minneapolis is 552 mi (888 km), and should have a drive time of 10 hrs 24 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Petoskey to Minneapolis, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Green Bay, Mackinaw City, Munising, Sturgeon Bay, Fish Creek, and Saint Ignace, as well as top places to visit like Petoskey Downtown Historic District and Odawa Casino, or the ever-popular Petoskey State Park.
The top cities between Petoskey and Minneapolis are Green Bay, Mackinaw City, Munising, Sturgeon Bay, Fish Creek, and Saint Ignace. Green Bay is the most popular city on the route. It's 6 hours from Petoskey and 4 hours from Minneapolis.
Mackinaw City is a small town located in the northern part of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. It is home to Colonial Michilimackinac, an 18th-century fort and fur-trading post that has been reconstructed. The famous Mackinac Bridge crosses the Straits of Mackinac and leads to the Upper Peninsula. Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse, which was founded in 1889, offers restored quarters and stunning views from its top.
87% as popular as Green Bay
2 minutes off the main route, 9% of way to Minneapolis
St. Ignace, situated in Mackinac County, Michigan, is a city with a population of 2,452 as reported in the 2010 census. The City of St. Ignace is separate from St. Ignace Township which lies to its north and has an independent administration.
52% as popular as Green Bay
2 minutes off the main route, 10% of way to Minneapolis
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Munising, situated in Alger County of Michigan, is a city with a population of 2,355 as per the 2010 census. It serves as the county seat and shares its boundaries with Munising Township. The city boasts of Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore which is located towards its west direction. Sable Falls and Log Slide are popular tourist attractions located near the city.
65% as popular as Green Bay
26 minutes off the main route, 30% of way to Minneapolis
Fish Creek, situated in Door County, Wisconsin, is a charming community along Highway 42 offering a mix of natural beauty and urban amenities. The town boasts scenic Peninsula State Park and a bustling downtown area filled with bars, restaurants, and boutiques. Visitors can stay at the newly renovated Cedar Court Inn for convenient access to downtown or opt for more spacious suites or cottages. Culinary highlights include Barringer's for an elegant dining experience and the original Wild Tomato location for delicious pizza.
36% as popular as Green Bay
2 hours off the main route, 56% of way to Minneapolis
Sturgeon Bay, located in Door County, Wisconsin, serves as the county seat and boasts a population of 9,646 according to the recent 2020 Census. The city holds prominence locally for being the most populous municipality on the Door Peninsula from which its county derives its name.
39% as popular as Green Bay
57 minutes off the main route, 57% of way to Minneapolis
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Located in Wisconsin, USA, Green Bay is situated at the southern tip of a lake called Green Bay which is connected to Lake Michigan. The city features significant tourist attractions such as Lambeau Field, which serves as the home stadium for the football team Green Bay Packers and also houses their hall of fame. The National Railroad Museum displays locomotives along with passenger rail cars and other historical artifacts. Meanwhile, Neville Public Museum located centrally showcases art pieces while also presenting the history and science of the region.
Most popular city on this route
9 minutes off the main route, 58% of way to Minneapolis
Best stops along Petoskey to Minneapolis drive
The top stops along the way from Petoskey to Minneapolis (with short detours) are Lambeau Field, Cave Point County Park, and EAA Aviation Museum. Other popular stops include Cana Island Lighthouse, Bay Beach Amusement Park, and Washington Island Ferry Line.
Petoskey State Park is a natural getaway with various outdoor activities. Visitors can enjoy camping, hiking through the diverse woodland trails, and walking along the bay's mile-long beach. Although some visitors have reported litter on the beach, the campground remains clean and accommodating for families. The check-in process may require a phone call and additional questions at the ranger station but provides clear directions on how to obtain a pass. Despite no water access at campsites, there are clean bathrooms available.
Love this campground so much. I've driven up there twice now (from Columbus, OH) and it's perfect! Clean, spacious, family friendly, and a super short walk to the beach. Also perfect place for hammocks! So many trees.
hannah gorby — Google review
Beach was fine. If you want to sit and layout or sift through the sand for Petoskey stones, this is your beach. Open area of sandy beach overlooking Petoskey and Harbor Springs. I'm sure the sunsets aren't too shabby either.
Roberta Peek — Google review
My wife and I and our kids loved Petoskey State Park. The beach is wonderful! Lots of space to stake your own area! The waves really start going sometimes, but can be a lot of fun! 🌊
Recommend having younger kids wear a life jacket if they plan to go out in the water some.
If you have the state park pass, it gets you in. Not quite sure on the pricing without it. Def a must have relaxation destination if you are in the area for a visit or live there!!
Matt Modify — Google review
Awesome place to stay. #134 so close to water and beach.
Bathrooms are a little dated, but still, they were clean. Hated we couldn't take our dog to the beach. This was disappointing, but everything was so clean. Clear water. Beautiful rocks. Beautiful sunsets. We will still be back.
There are so many places here that are good spots. If you have a bigger camper, it will be tight getting it in .
It's so beautiful that we loved it here. A pleasant surprise
Lora Hall — Google review
The bay was beautiful but lots of trash on the beach. Campground clean. Check-in a bit disorganized, a phone call on the yellow bat phone, then proceed to the ranger station for them to ask more questions and then give you a pass. No water at sites, but bathrooms clean.
Deb Richter — Google review
Beautiful views! The beach is lovely and Old Baldy Trail had some spectacular views!!! The campground is quiet with nice sites. Shower facilities are relatively clean and the rangers are wonderful!
Kelly Remus — Google review
We camped here two years ago and loved it!! Reserved a spot for this summer and can’t wait to go back. The beach is very relaxing and only a few minute walk from our RV. Bike trails are extensive and the people are so kind
Jon Scott — Google review
Incredible trails, lake views, lake access. Excellent year-round place to visit.
Mark Sickmiller — Google review
Excellent campground at the Petoskey State Park. The dunes campground is largely for tents while the tannery campground is mostly RVs. Very close to the beach. All sites have plenty of tree shade. Highly recommended for family stay. A couple of trails attached to the campground. View from the old baldy trail top is good.
Gautam Kabe — Google review
First time to Petoskey State Park and it's beautiful. We hiked all the trails and went to the beach. Water was too cold so we did some rock hunting and played in the sand.
We went there 3 times during our 4 day trip
angela demski — Google review
Great state park with one of the best Lake Michigan beaches in the area. Plenty of parking, sand dunes, and hiking trails. You can also camp here, which we did, but you have to book far ahead of time for prime camping months of June-Aug. Surprisingly few mosquitoes in the camping and hiking areas.
Alexander Babin — Google review
We stayed in site 130 on a weekend in the beginning of October. The site is fairly level. We only had to use one leveling block under each front tire of our suv. If you are tent or car camping, this a quick walk to the bathroom/showers, but not so close that you have to deal with the traffic, which is nice as this is the only restroom facility for approx. 100 sites and people were constantly coming and going while we were there. There is a parking area for a few cars in front of the bathhouse, which is great if you have a site further away. The bathrooms were clean. We did not use the showers. Not a lot of privacy from your neighbors at site 130. It's not a spacious site. There are no designated tent pads at any of the sites that we saw. It was quite cold so we car camped, but if we'd wanted to put up our tent, there was a small area to the left (where you see the picnic table in the photos) that looked like it might have worked if we'd moved the picnic table closer to/along the other side of the fire pit. The tent/gazebo you see in photos belonged to site 132. The path to the lakefront is very close (just two sites away). Overall we enjoyed our stay. We would definitely come back, but would try to get site 133 (or similar) next time, with more privacy, more space, and also near a lakefront path. I included photos of site 133 (empty) as well.
Sherri Harrington — Google review
We enjoy this park in the off-season when it slows down. Becomes a nice place to relax away from the traffic, hustle and bustle of all the towns. Make sure you have a state park pass for entry and of course to support your parks.
Grant G — Google review
This is a gem of a State Park. Great beach with beach concessions and lots of parking. Some 180 campsites with power, nearby water, and modern restrooms and showers. Ready access to the local bicycle trail network and nice hiking trails inside the park. Campsites nearly all great and roomy enough for most trailers and rvs.
John Crankshaw — Google review
The park itself is beautifully taken care of, staff are welcoming and full of information not to mention humorous! We had what felt like a huge site next to the boardwalk that lead up to the beach. The beach is a mile long and half is sand the other half where our site was is rocky. For other rock lovers like myself it was paradise. The lot had electric but no sewer or water hookups. Our neighboring campers were quiet and it was such a nice weekend! There are nice bike trails, conveniently located at the north side of Petoskey which was close enough to shop and restaurants! We are planning to return next year.
Stacy Massaway — Google review
Our favorite Michigan State Park, and there are a lot of beautiful parks. We have been coming here for at least 2 vacations every summer.
Dan Ross — Google review
Decided to go “Up North” for a week day getaway with my husband. Surprisingly, it was a warm October day in the high 60’s!! We’ve been wanting to come here for a while to look for Petoskey stones. The beach was almost empty so we were able to pick a spot to look for that famous stone!! We did find a few small stones so they are there if you look hard enough. The public restrooms were still opened and clean. Over all, the beach was so peaceful and beautiful! Can’t wait to visit again soon!
The Petoskey Downtown Historic District is an area in Petoskey, Michigan that has been designated as a commercial historic district. It encompasses the region between Rose, Division, Michigan and Petoskey streets. In 1986 it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places due to its historical significance.
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Odawa Casino is a modern destination that provides calm accommodations, as well as a pool and convenient transportation to the casino area. The resort's rooms have a restrained aesthetic to ensure guests can relax in comfort. Additionally, the hotel offers shuttle service at no cost for easy access to the casino grounds.
We stayed overnight in their RV parking area. No hookups, but it was a nice paved area. I believe you can request shuttle service to the casino, but I walked.
It's not a real large casino, but it was nice. There is a smoking room, but you can smell the smoke when you're close to it in the main non-smoking area.
The beer was nice and cold, and not too bad of a price ($3 for a domestic bottle).
They had some table games. I believe they were all either $10 or $25 minimums.
The slots were good to me, so I can't say anything negative about them. But I don't go in there thinking that I'm going to win a lot. After all, it's gambling.
The servers were great. They were friendly and quick. No waiting 20 minutes to get your drink.
I would definitely come back.
Jim — Google review
Everything was great! The staff at both the hotel and casino were extremely friendly and kind. The casino was clean and sanitized. The breakfast buffet at the hotel is wonderful! One person seemed to be running it all and they did a phenomenal job!! Thank you, Odawa!! We'll be back soon!
Nicole ?Nikki? Powley — Google review
My wife Sandy and I spent three days at your beautiful Casino. It was clean and spaced out quite well.
While Sandy played slots, I pretty much played the table games. The dealers that I came in contact with that stood out were Vic, Thomas, Vickie and a Gentleman with a braided pony tail at the Craps table. Each and every one of these staff members were kind, courteous and at times hilarious! These folks are great assets to your Casino!
Thanks to all for providing a great time, we look forward to our next visit soon!
Dave and Sandy Mohn
david mohn — Google review
Casino is a mixed bag
THE GOOD
->The casino is very clean and I love how lowkey it is… despite everything the vibe is good
->Decent video poker pay tables
->Sometimes they have $5 3-2 BJ but it’s only one table and it’s usually full so ymmv
->The dealers are super friendly
->The Cherry Pepsi from the soda machines tastes better than Cherry Pepsi from anywhere else
->I’ve heard the hotel is lovely
THE BAD
->They close at 12 on weekdays which I didn’t know when I walked in at 11.
->Hospitality is almost non existent… I wanted to sign up for a players card and couldn’t find anyone to help. I eventually asked at the pay window and they told me the players club was closed for the night and that there was nothing they could do for me… the kicker is the guy said I wasn’t missing much since I was only planning to play video poker and BJ. When I was leaving a guy in a suit “came down from upstairs” and said he could help me… to his credit he was friendly and helpful but it’s clear signing up new players wasn’t normally part of his job.
->The slot machine I played was a bloodbath… since the $5 free play can’t be used on table games and the place was closing in 1/2 an hour I put $40 into a slot and figured I would play on that until close and walk away with whatever I had…. I was betting the minimum and my $45 didn’t last 15 minutes. It wasn’t a slow bleed where you get some nice little wins on the way to losing either, it was like throwing money into a burning pit. But hey the grift worked because they got me to play slots which I almost never do.
->The sportsbook is a self serve kiosk a lot of the time because no one is working the desk. This wouldn’t be a big deal but the kiosk doesn’t dispense cash so if you have a winning ticket you have to re-bet or cash out onto a ticket that is supposed to be redeemed at the desk. If the desk is closed you have to walk over to the pay window where sometimes they can cash it and other times they tell you it can only be redeemed at the book in person. More than once I’ve left with a winning ticket instead of cash because of this, which is frustrating. Also you can’t use your players card with the book so you don’t get credit for betting on sports.
->The comps seem stingy… look i’m grateful for everything but holy cow I’ve been playing VP and BJ here 2-3 nights a week for a few months now and haven’t gotten anything so much as a mailer. Meanwhile I still get food and freeplay offers from other Michigan Casinos that I only go to once or twice a year. I’ve also never been offered drinks here which usually happens at other casinos. I don’t drink so this isn’t a big deal to me but others will want to know.
Sketchy Friends — Google review
Went to the room 94 restaurant and we were not impressed.
Lacking several drinks listed on the menu. We asked for two different beers and they brought the same to both without consulting different choices. They did correct the issue after we brought it to their attention, we were just shocked they did it. The food is basic.
They seem to focus on smoked brisket…. They should learn how to cook it as well. It was tough, we had to use a knife to cut it…sad.
I like this casino o won’t give up on them, just marking this visit as a negative experience.
Ron Hart — Google review
We had a good time for three hours here! My husband took me in a pre-Christmas trip on Nov. 30, 2021. They opened right on time! (We went early in the day.)
we didn’t win much but we didn’t spend much. We had fun trying. ☺️
The staff was incredible. The kind lady at the players club window, helped us get our cards, told us about various attractions,in the casino & out. She answered any, and all of our many questions.
We had drinks at the bar, (the bartender was friendly) & since it was a Tuesday, there wasn’t too many other people. We wore our masks & had fun trying to win back our twenties!
Good Variety of slot machines.
I would have liked to have gone when there was entertainment and also to have tried the in house restaurant.
Every single employee (floor person, bartender, players club personnel) we came into contact with, treated us with respect and answered any questions we might have about machines, or slot play, or dining, or other betting areas; being the novices we were.
apple engisch — Google review
We had a great experience. Only a couple things I wish that were different. One the hotel is not right next to the casino (would definitely be more convenient if it was) 2nd there needs to be some updating. Beds are hard and the room just felt average.
Amanda Lomason — Google review
We stayed the night in our R.V. and they had plenty of parking. They have a parking garage or open parking your choice. The casino is very nice and clean. There are lots of great games to choose from.
Ryan Sailor — Google review
It's was our first time at this Casino.
We really liked the way the smoking are was cl I see off. We had a super time. We were able to play the slips for over 2 hours, I left with my original $50. Plus. We will go back.
Floyd Harrison — Google review
Dinner was not the greatest had garlic bread with beef tips, beef tips were good bread was very hard, the hamburger my husband ordered was saturated with grease served with rotten tomatoes, we were seated with two small tables together instead of a comfortable dinning table, were told they were all taken but not one person occupied any of those empty spots while we had dinner,,, not one person sat at any of those empty tables!!!!! The casino is nice The restaurant needs attention especially the greeter and the waitress. They are there to serve Us, not for us to be made to feel so very uncomfortable. Food options need to be rethought.
Renee Hoeft — Google review
Cleanest casino in Northern Michigan, slots are loose compared to other casinos, this is far better than turtle creek. Meals are quality, affordable and great staff.
Vic Ouellette — Google review
We stayed at the casino hotel. Our heater in the room was noisy and going on and off all night, also blowing cold air. The tub was plugged, stood in water while taking a shower. We have gone to the casino multiple times and don't do anything. Also, because I don't use my card all the time, I wasn't able to receive a birthday slot play. We use my husbands. The slots are getting to expensive to bet max anymore. We're retired, and we don't bet $5, $8, $10. As we've experienced in the past, betting max on a machine, you win more frequently. Sad, your pricing people out of being able to go gamble.
Franklin John — Google review
Not much traffic. Spent 3 days here and seen less than 50 people at anytime. ( I was there a minimum of 4 hours each time.)The slots are super tight, no poker during the week, and the blackjack table doesn't open until 4pm. the payout kiosks are all out of order. I will drive to other casinos before I come back here.
Dan — Google review
I enjoy a casino experience where you can play and have fun. I like to think of it like an adult arcade but Haven't had much fun at this one. It's like the games don't even give you enough to let you keep playing for a little bit.
Ashley and the funny Fam — Google review
The games were fun, but did not win a dime (which I expected). I had never been to the casino before, so for a first timer the atmosphere was pretty good. Free soda and such. Alcoholic Drinks are expensive and so is the food court. Probably won't be going again, but I was fun for a first time experience.
Tegan Fletcher — Google review
It was easy to get here, but ticket area to cash our tickets were hard to find. Had to ask guard to get help with machines. Workers were hard to find for help.
Lynn Thompson — Google review
I understand there are lucky days and not so lucky days, but even when I hit bonuses they paid next to nothing. It's now clear to me why the place was empty on a Saturday night and why they aren't open 24 hours.
Mark Tomesek — Google review
I was part of a batcholor party that played here. It was a busy Saturday night but we had a good time and managed to find a few seats at the tables. I did alright with slots while by friends did well at blackjack.
Ali Abdul-Wahab — Google review
My mother and I decided to take a spontaneous trip out to this Casino since we've never been before. Upon our arrival, we loved the overall look of the outside of the Casino. Very inviting and beautiful design. Once we entered the Casino, we noticed the Security post was empty. No employee greeted us upon entering what so ever. We headed over to get our players card since we had a coupon for $5 free play. The woman who was at the window was extremely rude and cold to us. I believe her name was Anita. She acted as if we were an inconvenience to her right away and was short with us the whole time. We both were completely put off by her attitude. Having people at the *welcome desk* that don't even want to be there, sucks the fun out of the experience. At least fake that you enjoy your job. We walked around for a short while and played a couple games and left. Very underwhelming experience overall.
Aleasha Miller — Google review
The five minutes it took us to lose all our money was fun. Machines are tight with absolutely no return. We’re not looking to win a jackpot but it would be nice to sit and play for a while since we bothered to get up and out for the night.
Mel — Google review
What a fun little casino! Played a little, won a little, got to have a nice romantic dinner with my husband with my winnings! Great little nugget rewards of $5.00 on your players card with X amount of points earned! Super fun!
Tammy B — Google review
Worst hotel experience ever. Gentleman at front desk was quite put out that he had to take time to check us in, had to continually ask for info on shuttle, where elevators were etc. No one else in line waiting to check in at the desk, three people behind the counter so they were not busy. Wrote the hotel, no response. Casino was so so, some older machines not working but no signs showing they were out of order. 40 years of traveling and never received the disrespect this hotel staff provided. Never again.
John Deguise — Google review
Went here, immediately got racially profiled. Always went here the last three years, got accused of smoking, so I took my money and left. Absolutely disgraceful. Imagine being told you have something you DONT and being threatened that it’s a felony. Yeah good luck. I definitely won’t be giving you my money in the future. What a joke
sky - — Google review
Didn’t stay at the hotel. However, we took two elderly aunts of ours there for some pre-holiday fun in the casino. It was perfect! We were there on Friday before Christmas. The casino was clean and smoke free. The machines all looked as though they were cleaned and sanitized. Our Aunts had a blast, as did we. Btw…. After 2 hours of fun for 6 of us, we headed to Sage for dinner.
Chris Bearss — Google review
First time there, very nice place, clean and comfortable atmosphere. We will be returning very soon.
Dave Earl — Google review
We were sent an invite to get luggage boyfriend is elite myself I am premier, hours were 2 -8 for luggage we got there at 4, all gone, if you send invites for luggage, shouldn't you have enough for invited guests? Bummer, heard they were gone in an hour. False advertising I would say.
Edith was such an amazing tour guide! The tour was informational, fun, and interesting. Overall a well rounded tour given by a well spoken guide! Definitely recommend doing this tour to learn something new about architecture and the history of Charlevoix… and to simply have a nice time!
Bryon Shea — Google review
Highly recommend! Owner Edith Pair was a fabulous guide, having grown up in Charlevoix....so much knowledge about the Young houses and the area in general!
Julie Gossage — Google review
We really enjoyed ourselves. The guide was very informative. Learned a lot about Charlevoix. The houses were cool to look at. Would recommend this for anyone visiting Charlevoix. It only takes 50 minutes.
Margaret Scott — Google review
Amazing tour and experience with Gayle! She had a great sense of humor and grew up in Charlevoix. This showed in her stories and information throughout the tour. We purchased our tickets online, and I'm glad we did as all the time slots were sold out for Saturday.
Jessica Pamperin — Google review
The tour was part of our Mother's Day festivities. Mom and I both had a great time. Edith was wonderful in her knowledge and enthusiasm. She doesn't only tell you about the houses but also about Charlevoix history as well. Would love to do this tour again during the summer when the gardens are in full bloom. Highly recommend!
amy stier — Google review
Informative tour of architecture design of Earl Young. Short tour around Boulder Village, providing history of area. Personally I feel $25 was a bit pricey but still glad I took it. Not too much to do other than shopping in off season in town.
Janet B — Google review
It's very pricey for what you actually get out of this tour. You drive around for 45 minutes in a fancy golf cart and pull to the side a few times to look at the houses. Besides the colors of the bricks or mortar used, there was no other information about the houses given like their age or who/why they were built. The tour guide would occasionally hold up a binder with some pictures in it, but sitting in the last row, it's kind of hard to see a small picture like that. The guy talked more about the library and his coaching days than any of the houses. The part that really upset us was all of the homes in one area that had signs up saying "no tours please". The guide kind of laughed and said we just won't pull over and stop. Yes, these people bought very special and unique homes, but if they are asking for tours to not go by, it gives an icky feeling going through there on a tour. There's no parking directly at the pick up/drop off location. There is a lot next door, but it was completely packed full, and we ended up having to park 4 blocks away. Afterward, they give everyone a coupon code to purchase the virtual tour cheaper so you can see the inside of the houses. I feel like for the amount we pay, if there is a group of 2 tickets or more, they should just give you access to the virtual tour. Our group of 5 spent over $130 for this tour, and you're still trying to nickle and dime us just to show some pictures of the insides of these homes. Not to mention the venmo codes on every seat and on the guides' necks. It's distasteful. Overall, it was a fine tour, but for the lack of actual information, we could have driven around and just looked at these homes ourselves.
Paige Jedrzejak — Google review
Took a tour today with Edith and it was SO fun and informative. We were debating whether to just drive around ourselves or go on a guided tour, and I’m so glad that we decided to take a tour with Mushroom House Tours! We wouldn’t have learned any of the fascinating history without Edith. She was so knowledgeable, personable, and there wasn’t a boring moment on the journey. I would recommend this to anyone visiting Charlevoix! 10/10, can’t wait to go back again in the future!
Francesca Hall — Google review
This was amazing very thorough tour where we saw many unique houses. Tour guide was very knowledgeable and assisted us with detailed information about history of mushroom houses, his builder and apprentice. We have made several stops to do pictures. I would definitely recommend this tour. 👍
Maximus Gladiator — Google review
At the Mushroom House Tour site, I strolled the gift shop a bit (bought a tshirt ☺️) and then it was time to hop into the open air GEM car for our 50 minute tour of 25 homes created and built by Earl Young. Mr. Young's non-traditional creative intent was for his homes to blend naturally with the lay of the land, using prolific stonework, undulating lines, and focus attention to the smallest detail. The stones all came from farmer's fields in Michigan! I'll let my photos speak for themselves but this is a treasure to witness.
Mary B — Google review
This was such a cool and unique tour! I was very impressed and surprised by Edith’s knowledge and way to keep every member engaged (even if they were sitting facing to the rear!). It is a tour one could take more than once and still not capture all the detail!! Well done Edith, Well Done!! I will join you again should the opportunity ever present itself!!
Kathy Ellingson — Google review
We LOVED the tour! Edith, our tour guide is the best! She has so much knowledge and has so much extra information, there is not one boring minute! The gem cars are comfy and convenient and Edith even provides a blanket for you, if you forgot to bring one for cold days. This tour is a MUST!
Schoolhouse Beach Park is a popular and scenic lakeside destination known for its crystal-clear water and unique beach of smooth limestone rocks. Situated on the northern side of Washington Island, it is considered one of Door County's most unusual beaches due to its soft, flat stones that have been shaped by slow-moving glaciers over millennia. The isolated location offers breathtaking views and an idyllic atmosphere for swimmers and sun worshippers alike to enjoy.
A beautiful beach! Definitely worth a stop. Be sure to not take any stones because they are legally protected. That itself was an interesting factoid.
Jeff Heskin — Google review
Yet another beach in Door County with crystal clear water and excellent skipping stones. The evergreen boreal forest trees that line the shoreline help to create a masterpiece of majestic natural scenery. Beautiful lakeshores like Schoolhouse Beach Park are the reason that Door County stands out from other places in Wisconsin in an amazingly unique way.
N Duncan — Google review
First of all this whole island was beautiful! I really loved this beach. The water was clean looking and the rocks really looked good when taking photos. The beach was really scenic and very clean looking. Would totally recommend coming here you will have a great time! 👍
The Reviewer — Google review
One of the highlights of our Washington Island visit. We made a stop on a Saturday in June and encountered a decent amount of visitors, but this clear, smooth-stoned beach is a must visit location if you come to the island.
There seemed to be ample parking, and while we weren't there to picnic, there seemed to be plenty of places to sit and enjoy the space.
Do not come expecting to take some of the rocks home. Rock hounding is highly discouraged and violators face a hefty $250 fine.
Beautiful! The entire beach consists of perfectly smooth stones. Never seen anything like it. The stones make for great skipping stones or stones to build towers with. You're able to swim here if you'd like, and there are buoys in the water to mark the swimming area. Also has restrooms on site and plenty of parking.
Katie Moret — Google review
Oh my gosh amazing beach! Worth the ferry over just for the beach. Rocks are amazing! So smooth! The forest begs you to come in and play! As a beach connoisseur...I can't emphasize enough...don't miss this one!
Jen Rhodes — Google review
It's a really nice beach, clear water and unique rocks made of limestone apparently. I would've loved to have a swim in the water but maybe next time. Quite a few spiders hiding in the rocks but it's nature.
Anita Y — Google review
My family has been to Washington Island a few times now, but during our last trip we mainly stayed on Schoolhouse Beach. It’s like something out of a fairytale! Breathtakingly beautiful. The limestone rocks are mesmerizing. The water is crystal clear and the cedar trees are enchanting. Can’t wait to go back! We’ve got 3 kids under 4 and they all stayed entertained for hours.
Gina Whitty — Google review
What an amazing hidden beach! Local bartender suggested it, and it was the best stop on the island. The clearest water, and most beautiful beach I've ever seen. Gets deep fast, but water is so clear you can see the bottom even when it gets 15-20ft deep. Crystal clear and beautiful white stone beach. I can't say enough to describe how beautiful this beach was.
Robert Haggerty — Google review
Unique beach of round and flat limestones. Perfect for skipping. Small park which fills up quickly. Many parking areas, picnic tables and benches.
Rick Jones — Google review
One of the most beautiful 'beaches' I've ever seen.
Also - when we were there one of the busiest.
We tend to go away from the crowds not toward them. If you want this place to yourself your best bet would be to find accommodations on the island and get here either before the first ferry arrives or after the last one leaves for the day.
It was an awesome place to visit minus the crowd.
Wanderfish — Google review
We took an atv here. I love the shaded area with the trees you can walk under and through, making this natural canopy. The beach is all rocks right? You know that. But just remember. It's ALL rocks. There's no sand. Not even gravel to rest your feet once you get past that tree line. With bare feet, it hurts. And they get hot. So bring swim shoes. Not even flip flops. You'll have a hard time keeping them on. Some people just resort to wearing shoes in the water. And of course some just grin and bare it while they fumble around. Just bring the swim shoes. Oh and there's a lot of rock throwing. Imagine that.
Mary Crawford — Google review
It is absurd and a pity that 10% of this place is public and the rest is private. Would have loved to walk around the bay and back. The location is great, however, given the small portion available, consider not getting there on a national holiday or weekend as it might not be as enjoyable. We were there at 9 AM on a sunday and it was already with 50+ people around.
Parking is limited. There is a public restroom in case it is needed and the pines around are beautiful.
Marco S — Google review
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Very efficient company. People were courteous and professional. Only problem I could tell, was on the shoreline side. The signage was a little confusing. Cars line way back up onto the highway. There was a sign to go to the parking lot for the ferry which confused a lot of people instead of staying in the left lane they went to the right lane and then couldn't get down to the ferry is that lane. Watched a lot of them have to do a three-point turn to turn around.
Wayne terry — Google review
Boats were cleanly and seemed to be in great shape. Can choose to stay in your car or get out and experience the views. Indoor deck to keep you out of the elements, or top deck to enjoy the breeze. Wait time for boarding depends on traffic. No need to get out of your car to buy tickets, as they come to you with a portable charge machine! Very convenient.
Patti Ingram — Google review
The best! When traffic is heavy, they load and go! Courteous, patient crew - especially as I was loading my new 24' motorhome!
Peggy Enquist — Google review
What a great experience for me and my kids. Smiles bigger than I've ever seen on their faces!
So glad we payed to ferry the car across with us; Washington Island was so fun.
Robert Haggerty — Google review
Staff are super friendly and professional organizing cars. Safety is a priority for them, and the ferry runs on time! We had a very pleasant time at Washington Island and using the ferry was a really nice experience.
Yessie Herrera — Google review
The crew was so nice. Hope they get told they are doing awesome. We really enjoyed our trip.
Jamie West — Google review
These guys are so efficient and friendly, getting on and off the ferry was quick and easy. The ride was perfectly timed to the minute, we were impressed each time. With that in mind, do be early. And please note that reservations are needed for vehicles for spring trips since the ferry only runs a few times a day verses the summer when it runs quite often. Just call the office and let them know what time you want to head over and head back, it's a painless process. Just check in at the booth when you park to get your ticket.
Sarah Zieman — Google review
Awesome trip over to Washington Island. Beautiful scenery. Watch out for the multitude of May flies on board!! Inside area to sit and two restrooms on board.
Judi Cimuchowski — Google review
On a Monday in July, we arrived just a few minutes before the time of departure and there was already about 10 cars ahead of us who also would have to wait for the next ferry to take us across. So, be at least 15 minutes early and, if not, enjoy free coffee in their small museum about the history of the islands you'll pass by and see as you cross.
There is plenty of seating inside and outside on the ferry. You can bring pets across for free and even stay in your car as the ferry travels across, though I'd recommend getting out and walking up to the 2nd or 3rd floor to see the captain's steering wheel and the views from of other islands. It can get windy so feel free to move to a side of the ship that is protected from the wind or go to the inside seating.
The ferries seem to leave every 15 minutes that day. You also don't need to have a car to go across, they do have tour trains that drive from tourist site to site on Washington Island.
Paul Rinaldi — Google review
1st time on the ferry to Washington island. Even though I've been to other parts of Door County several times. My favorite thing about this was that the rates weren't as a bad as I expected to be as shown online. So it was only 60 dollars round trip for 2 people. Not sure I would go again but it was worth seeing once. My favorite part was the lavender shop there.
Nikki Jo — Google review
Took my dog and jeep on a trip! Very cool. They are definitely on schedule. Smooth trip.
Stephanie R — Google review
The staff were very helpful and courteous. It was a great experience. When you visit Door County you taking the ferry out to Washington Island is a must. This is very much worth your time. It is a short relaxing ride to another beautiful attraction. Taking the ferry is easy and their schedule allows all the time you need on the island.
Chris Lee — Google review
Very cool experience! Be aware not all ferries are the same size. The driver of our vehicle was unable to exit the truck on the return ferry, because there was zero room to open his door. The ferries do have restrooms and seating to enjoy the ride outside of your vehicle. Something like $96 for 4 adults, 1 child and a vehicle.
Amanda H — Google review
We took the tram/train on a tour of the island. Very, very informative. She stopped often so we could get out and see the sights. I highly recommend this.
The Cana Island Lighthouse, situated in Baileys Harbor, is a 19th-century lighthouse that also includes the original keeper's quarters. This historic landmark is open to visitors seasonally and can be accessed by taking a tractor ride to the island. The lighthouse has a distinct appearance with its tall white tower and black lantern on top. It serves as an active light while also offering tours for visitors to explore the local history of the area.
Being part of history is always fun. We drove a tractor over rocks to get to the other side. Super fun. We got to look at the lighthouse and other historical buildings/finds. The views were gorgeous and we had lots of fun exploring! Highly recommend 👌.
Nikki Hutsen — Google review
So much fun!!! Parking lot available although can get tight and you may have to park along side the road. You can walk across a water channel to get to the lighthouse area or they will tracker and trailer you over. It is 12 dollars a person, but gives you access to go into the lighthouse. We climbed the spiral staircase and got to look over Lake Michigan. Such a beautiful view! You can also walk along the shore and check out some historical sites around the lighthouse. Would recommend!
Tara Miller — Google review
Cana Lighthouse and all the surrounding buildings underwent a massive restoration within the last few years. It was finished last year. There is a nice new parking lot, porta potties, welcome center and gift shop, nice restrooms (on the island) and more. The light house keeper’s house, out house, workshop and fuel storage area are all renovated and beautifully restored.
The house is being decorated in 1920 era furnishings. There are 97 steps up to the top of the lighthouse, not for those who fear heights!! The view is spectacular however.
There is access to the rocky shore and it is a great place to sit and enjoy some peace and quiet among the waves lapping the rocks.
There is a tractor with a rough wagon ride to and from the island. It is possible to walk across if the water is low enough but the ride is fun.
Admission is charged to gain access to the lighthouse area. Wristbands are worn to show one has paid.
The docent was knowledgeable and friendly.
It is a wonderful way to learn about the history of lighthouses etc. Quite enjoyable!
J Hasker — Google review
Unique little lighthouse with interesting lighthouse keeper story. Well maintained by the current lighthouse keeper. A free hayride can take you across the walkway - which had water across it when we visited so that was a nice treat on the way back. They were short staffed the day we visited so it wasn’t available as we walked over.
There are 97 steps to the top which has a nice view. I paid for one of our members to enter, but walking was an issue for her. Unless you are planning to actually go up and actively look at all of the displays, you might be better served to stay at the gift shop with those displays.
Bathrooms were clean and easily accessible.
Kathy Lanham — Google review
This is a nice 155-year-old lighthouse that is operated by the Door County Maritime Museum and well-maintained. After walking across the causeway (that often is covered with water and requires a haywagon ride), we climbed the 97 steps of the spiral staircase to the top of the lighthouse and saw beautiful views of Lake Michigan. Afterward we viewed the lighthouse keeper’s home and oil house, and then walked around the edges of the island on the rocky shore next to the water. We had a nice adventure there!
J Z — Google review
Neat place if you like lighthouses. I felt ambivalent to them before this, and same now. Island is pretty, but small. Whole experience took me about 1 hour, including having to wait 20 minutes for the volunteers to get there to open the lighthouse. (A huge thanks to them for making a 2 hour drive to volunteer). I visited on a Tuesday morning and it wasn’t crowded, but I got there 30 minutes before the first tractor crossing. A bumpy tractor ride to the island where it’s $10 to see the island and climb the lighthouse. I’m glad I was alone and didn’t have my family with me, because it would have been terrible to pay $10 for each of them too. Neat view from the top, but I can’t say I’m glad I went. Been there, done that. Won’t be back. And won’t recommend to others unless they really dig lighthouses.
S. Stork — Google review
The lighthouse was closed for renovations while we were there. Very disappointing. But additional small buildings were open, the lighthouse was impressive from the outside, and the landscape is impressive. The gift shop is nice and a video presentation is available. The best part of the trip was the tractor ride across the causeway. We could have walked it across low water. But the driver was so witty and entertaining. A jostling, rough ride, though. It would be challenging for some with physical impairment.
Nanette Malcolm — Google review
Very beautiful lighthouse and Lakeshore. U can walk to the island if water is shallow. There is a ticket to go on the island and see the lighthouse. It has 97 stairs. View is serene
Gauri R — Google review
I have dreamed of returning to Cana lighthouse. As an 8 yr old, I walked across the water knee deep to the island without my parents. 44 yrs later, I finally returned. The water was shallow, and there were enough rocks to walk across the rocks. Once on the island, it's so much more open than I remembered. Each direction of the island has fun entrances to the beach areas. We were there at sunset to enjoy the gentle sunset over the trees. It's nice to know that magic still exists and you can return.
Catherine Hull — Google review
I highly recommend visiting Cana Island Lighthouse. The water was low, but we rode the tractor to get to the island. It was a bumpy ride, so we did walk back. They did a multi-million dollar renovation in 2020. There's a visitor center where you can watch a 10-minute video and pay the entrance fee. There are 97 steps to the top of the lighthouse, and you can walk around at the top.
Rachel — Google review
Being pulled by a John Deere tractor in a old haywagon across a road of rocks coveted by the lake was awesome. The driver was hilarious. The lighthouse and beach were both awesome. I hope to be able to climb to the top of the lighthouse next time we visit. It was $10 per adult and worth it.
Edward Fritz — Google review
Very nice island. You CAN walk across but still need to pay when you reach the other side. Lighthouse was under construction while we were there but still a nice visit. Just be warned that there is a good amount of buying flies around the water on the island. They are pretty potent as well.
A Piper — Google review
Very neat spot, although there's not as much to see during the off-season. The drive getting here is also absolutely beautiful with all the pine trees alongside the road!
Travis Johnson — Google review
A breathtaking place at Door County. A tractor ride to the island will give you an ancient feel. The view from top of the lighthouse is truly amazing. Have few openings to move close to beach and water. A visitor center is there to buy souvenirs. $12 ticket is required for each adult. Highly recommend to visit.
Md. Al-Amin — Google review
I would say this is most definitely NOT worth $12 a person. If we would have known it was going to cost that much, we would not have gone. That being said, it is very beautiful. I'm not that into historical buildings, I'd rather read a history book, but the view from the top of the lighthouse is magnificent. The shoreline is rocky and sandy and our daughter had fun climbing all over and pretending to be the Little mermaid.
Jessica Friske — Google review
Cana Island lighthouse is one of the many we were lucky enough to tour while vacationing in the area. We dedicated three out of seven full vacation days to visiting Door County and touring small towns, lighthouses, and maritime museums.
The tour was excellent and the walk across the causeway was easy but a little ankle-twisty. We wore good walking shoes but hiking boots with ankle support seemed a better option to navigate the rocky terrain.
You can take the tractor across the causeway, but it was dry when we visited, and still hadn't made it across in the few minutes it took to walk it. Most people of all fitness levels can easily manage if not mobility impaired. I wouldn't recommend the walk if relying on a cane for assistance.
We took the easy stairwell to the top for an excellent view. We are in typical shape for the average, American, early 50s couple - we carry a few extra pounds, and we were able to manage the stairwell easier than we expected.
If you have an aversion to vault toilets and porta potties, be sure to use a public restroom in town before visiting.
The tour and the view are worth the price of admission, the time dedicated, and the effort to get there.
We recommend allotting approximately an hour to an hour and a half time to explore the grounds, take the tour, and shop in the gift shop.
Wanderfish — Google review
Beautiful lighthouse that you can climb up in. The climb was a little difficult for me as I am a disabled veteran with both knee and feet problems. There was however landings along the way where you can stop on your way up and on your way down. Beautiful beautiful place.
Rob Weiman — Google review
Very informative and wonderful views. The grounds are beautiful and you can tour the living space as well as climbing up to the top for a windy walk around the top. If you are in Door County, I highly recommend taking some time to experience this.
Wes Bradford — Google review
This island museum is a must see!
We got a ride over to the island, which is walkable if the volunteer is not available.
There are all kinds of displays in this exhibit, that give you a sense of lighthouse culture. They would also board visitors so they were kind of like travel centers
You can climb the lighthouse for a view - it certainly was windy and cold when we were up there but still worth the climb, of course
Also a gift shop with souvies and more history of the lighthouse facility
Shop dog is a good boah
Hank Zane — Google review
The wagon tractor across to the island is super helpful and very convenient. The kids were not fans of the vault toilets, but understandable the need for them with limited plumbing. The lighthouse was beautiful and busy. We were able to climb the 97 steps on the spiral staircase to see the view from the top. Amazing view, not for those afraid of heights!
Elizabeth King — Google review
Different from other light houses. The location itself makes it unique. Travel/Walk to the cana island from the parking also makes it unique. Climb to the top of the light house for stunning 360 degree views. It is very scenic. It also has museum and a gift shop.
Satish Reddy — Google review
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Cave Point County Park is a natural wonderland located on the eastern side of Door County peninsula near Whitefish Bay. It boasts stunning coastal cliffs, rock formations and sea caves that attract photographers, kayakers and even scuba divers. Visitors can take an easy Black Trail hike starting at Whitefish Dunes State Park Parking Lot to view these popular natural landmarks along Lake Michigan.
Short hiking trails along the shore were great, loved all the rocks. Water was very clear. Cliff jumped here in the past and was fun but water was a little shallow that day. Beautiful place!
Anna Kirker — Google review
I love Cave Point County Park, it’s a beautiful place along the shore to picnic and take a nice hike along the water.
LaDonna Henslee — Google review
Excellent snowshoeing and beautiful frozen features all winter. Exercise caution if you are nearing the edge of the ice as Wisconsin natives will tell you it has a bit of a dangerous reputation in the colder seasons. Unfortunately tourists leave little rock statues all over the place in the summer which takes away from the natural aspect of the serene rock beaches. One of Door County's hidden gems.
Ting Ting — Google review
Very beautiful park, the waves were pounding the shoreline with 5-6 foot waves, you definitely wouldn’t fall off into the water, you’re about 15-20 feet above the water, spectacular wave action against the rocky shoreline, very uneven walking paths, but would like to return!!
Tim Wyman — Google review
My favorite place to be my entire life. Sure you have your standard stinky bathrooms but the views and the trails are unbeatable
Call Me Al — Google review
Absolutely beautiful views! Definitely recommend a visit to anyone!
Kari H — Google review
I absolutely love this place! My Alabama cousin and wife came to Wisconsin for a visit. We didn't know what early May would be like, but the water was a breathtakung turquoise and rich blue while the hike along the water and through the brush was beautiful.
Jean Vander Heiden — Google review
Nice place to visit. Bit dangerous if you are with your small kid.Overall beautiful place.Always be alert specially if you are with your kid.
Best place for kayaking and other water adventures.
The entry is free.
Well maintained county park.
Lakshmi Mishra — Google review
I can’t believe the sheer beauty of this park. It was a very short walk to some gorgeous views - people of all ages and athletic abilities will find it easily accessible. There is some rough terrain by way of roots as you get further along the path, but nothing too serious. The water is so clear and the cliffs are incredible. I would spend every day here if I could.
Emily Gaza — Google review
Beautiful! Must see during all seasons! Summer is amazing for walking and exploring while the frozen waters of winter are truly a sight to be seen! The drive in and out is also very pretty!
Kari Cihlar — Google review
This is a beautiful park. It was a very easy walk along the lake. You walk in the forest and cut into the lake to see the bluffs, or dip your toes in the water. In the middle of the trail, you transition into the state park and get to the dunes/beach. Highly recommend.
Door Peninsula Winery is an award-winning winery located in Carlsville, Wisconsin. It offers tours of its state-of-the-art production line and tastings of over fifty different wines made from various fruits and high-quality grapes. The winery is situated in a former schoolhouse and has been producing wine for over forty years. Visitors can enjoy their wine tasting experience either in the charming garden or atmospheric tasting room.
I made my way here, because the distillery is in the building with the winery. We stopped at the outside patio first. It was lovely and the staff was very helpful. I had no idea how to navigate the space, and the bartenders outside were very patient and gave some advice on the best way to go through the business.
There was short line for the wine tasting and we were greeted while waiting. I was told how the testing worked and given a menu to review while in line.
It was certainly worth the wait and I do recommend factoring some extra time to try the wines and enjoy the information from the staff.
Laura Lynn — Google review
Very nice establishment, customer service, and price value. Great selection of fruit wines. I did not partake in the distillery products. Very clean. Tasting was free (5 wines).
David Benton — Google review
Went on a mother daughter day trip here. And the staff is FANTASTIC!!!! Very helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable 😁 🍷 we went on Tuesday end of winter..so not much open, but this place is a must go! Especially On an off season slow day!
vicky Loves to eat good food — Google review
Was a lot there. Wine and distillery. Went for the wine. 5 free tastes. Stand at the bar and taste. Nothing for Gluten free people to nibble on between wines. Made it harder to experience each wine to their fullest. Didn't like any of the 5 so I ordered a glass of another on a leap of faith. Didn't like that one either. Tasted 10 but didn't find any that I really cared for. To have with our glass of wine I went into their fudge and cheese shop and paid for some very over priced cheese curds and meat sticks..pre packaged. We went out to have our wine and snacks on a balcony off the distillery area. Not a great view but was ok. Sooo not the experience we really enjoy. The wine was meh.. But they have a Lot of flavors we didn't try. The staff in the wine department were very good. Staff in the cheese shop pretended you didn't exist. They might have something for you though... It's a matter of taste and style of tasting you like. We won't be back though.
Robin K. — Google review
Our favorite winery in Door County great selection good prices. We order a case every few months to keep us going between trips. Free shipping if you order a case, makes ordering a case easy.
Shawn Hanson — Google review
5 free samples a person! Really helps to pick out what you like. We stop here every year on our way to our hotel. ❤️
Kelli Butenhof — Google review
Lots of great wine options & decor. New outdoor seating is nice along with a BBQ food truck. Huge parking lot behind the building. Lots of levels so those who can't do stairs there are elevators.
Eli Foote — Google review
The wine tasting is so fun with lots of great wines and ciders! They also have a great store with so many cool things to look at. Loved playing Jenga and the people who work there are so nice and accommodating.
Angela Jones — Google review
Nice brake in your travels. Just stop to taste some wino or even have hard liquors (it is winery and distillery together). If you are driver oh well you will not be able to do it. Tasting is free( 5 different samplers), store well stock not only with wine but also with salsa, mustards, cheese spreads and other yummy food.
I D — Google review
Awesome selection of wine with a free tasting! The shop has tons of cute glassware and merch as well!
Jolyn Miller — Google review
Large winery! Has a lot of choices of wine and liquor. Has a nice outdoor space to taste and have drinks. Also has trinks and collectibles to buy and take home. A lot of parking and we didn't have to wait.
Tara Miller — Google review
I visited several wineries while in Door County with Door Peninsula being the first. It was very hard to visit some of the other wineries after being here first. There is so much to discover here from over 50 delicious wines a distillary with flavored moonshine, Bourbons, other liquor, cheeses, dips gifts and an amazingly spacious building. I love sweet fruit flavored wines and these were fantastic.
I started out with a bad experience in the distillery sampling bar where I absolutely could not get a bartender to take my money even after 20 minutes standing there with a completed sample list and cash sitting on the clip board. I understand first come first serve but if poeple were so indecisive as these individuals were, there was no reason that they couldn't served me and returned to them when ready. I was so upset that I almost headed to my car before seeing the rest of the building. The process of serving people absolutely needs to be changed!
I was so disgusted that I headed toward the front door and at the last second, decided to see what else was being offered. I enjoyed the company of a super hard working bartender, which I dont remember her name but she was definitely a multitasker unlike the two ladies in the distillery area. She handled at least a dozen peoples orders and was able to keep track in her head how many each person had taste tested and what kind. Between the bartenders actions and the amazing array of other things to discover, my image of Door Peninsula was restored before I left the building. I really wanted to purchase something from the distillery but never went back.
The Door County Maritime Museum is a waterfront museum showcasing exhibits that delve into the maritime history of the region. It houses an array of remarkable artifacts such as vintage maps, model ships and memorabilia for visitors to explore. The museum also features a restored tugboat, John Purves, and a historic Coast Guard vessel moored outside. Established in 1969, the main building has a distinctive ten-story high lighthouse tower that overlooks Sturgeon Bay and its marina.
Is a great learning experience about all the ships that went down in the waters around the door peninsula. The sights to see from the new tower that they built are breath taking. Definitely a place to stop and see and learn all about the ships, crew, the lighthouses and what made door county the great place it is today!
yorke zuber — Google review
I've been wanting to check this museum out since seeing it on one of the Door County Trolley Tours a couple years ago. We finally made a Sturgeon Bay trip happen and we stopped in finally. It is a very cool thing to do for $30. My wife and I went and had a very educational time. There is so much that I didn't know about this area and Wisconsin history as a whole. The observation tower is really cool and you can see for miles!! The ability to see all the Marina's and boats going up and down the waterways is neat. I've been into boats and Maritime things since I was a kid. Seeing the history of Sturgeon Bay and its boating history was really cool. I'd highly recommend this place to anyone interested in history, boats, maritime history, and it's good for families and kids.
Court Hutsen — Google review
This is a wonderful museum on the Sturgeon Bay waterfront that educates the visitors about boats, ships, and lighthouses, and the people who’ve built and operated them through the years. We toured the new tower first (with great views from the top), and then the older section with the wonderful boat exhibits, beautiful mural, videos, and interactive displays about the many shipwrecks and how to operate a boat safely and competently. Right before they closed we bought a T-shirt in the nice gift shop, where the friendly employee told us we could come back the next morning for the tugboat tour. We did, and the competent tour guide (who had been a boat operator himself) showed us the 149-foot John Purves Tugboat that had been restored after being built in 1919 and traveling long distances in dangerous waters. Usually seeing only small tugboats in the Savannah River, we were amazed that this very large one was designed for a 13-man crew for long trips and had private bedrooms and bathrooms, a full kitchen, and a large engine room. (We read recently on the website that this tugboat is being repaired and will be open for guests again May 1.) This is a high quality museum, and we enjoyed our time there!
J Z — Google review
I went with my daughter in law and 2 grandkids and it was really cool. All of the history of Door County was interesting and the interactive displays were informative. We really enjoyed looking at the models of the boats as well. We will be back!
JILL HOGAN — Google review
The staff were all friendly and helpful. The building was clean and pretty well laid out. I was just expecting much more, so it was a bit underwhelming. My expectation was elevated since it was billed as a top area attraction in many Door County brochures. It wasn't terrible by any means, just okay
Ray Bracht — Google review
Huge museum, we enjoyed about 3 hours there. We didn't expect to be there for so long but were pleasantly surprised.
We paid $5 extra for the tour of the tug boat and that was so worth it! It was great to see the restoration work up close and really appreciated all the history included in the tour.
Going up and down through the tower was also a very nice aspect of the museum.
We learned a ton of maritime history and had fun.
Tonya F — Google review
This is a very good museum that told the extensive history of shipbuilding in Sturgeon Bay. The displays are excellent t particularly he history of this town’s role in WW II production of wartime ships. Give yourself several hour to watch the various videos at the different displays. Take a tour of the tugboat and go up the tower for a panoramic view of the harbor. A lot of good information on the building of the canal and the role of the local Coast Guard. Many different model
Theresa Hoban — Google review
Great history lesson on ships and shipbuilding in Wisconsin. We enjoyed an hour in the Tower Tour and another hour on the Tug Tour. The Tower Tour had a fascinating 11 minute video followed by a ride to the tenth floor of a museum with each floor being a different theme. I didn't know how big of an impact Wisconsin had in the nations ships! Our Tug tour was unique, Larry our docent was full of facts. The stairs are steep, but plenty of handles to hold on to. I recommend spending the $20 per person and doing both tours!
Tom Mullen — Google review
Nice museum, depending on what you are looking for. It was windy the day I went, so the balcony was closed at the top of the tower, so views behind glass were all you could get. Each story below had a little room with info on different things, and there were a few rooms on the main level as well.
The website said tours of the tugboat, but was never mentioned with paid admission. Not sure if it was a separate cost, or you could just go outside to see it.
blonde dude — Google review
Wonderful museum with a great view of sturgeon Bay. Has a fantastic simulator to let you try your hand at driving a large boat through the bay. Museum also contains the original Fresnel lens from the Raleigh Point Lighthouse. The tug was closed for the season, maybe next time.
Rob Weiman — Google review
Wow! What a nice museum! Pleasantly surprised by the quality and information given! Plus it has a great view from the top!
Emily Jansen — Google review
We are tourists from Kansas visiting the area and we were pleasantly surprised by how much we enjoyed learning about Maritime history at this museum. The museum is well-organized and informative, with exhibits that are laid out in a logical order. We started at the top of the lighthouse tower and worked our way down, with each floor offering a new exhibit. We were so fascinated by all the information that we could have easily spent all day here.
The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. In our opinion, this is one of the best museums we have visited. If you’re a fan of museums, you won’t want to miss this one!
Wanderfish — Google review
This place is amazing!!! Very clean, organized, and maintained. There is so much to do exploring and it has a neverending learning environment about Maritime ships.
There are ten floors, each one unique to visit. All the floors are accessible by elevator and stairs to find something new and entertaining for all ages. Hands on interactive games and stimulation for a positive learning experience.
A little pricey but it is worth every penny spent. Wheel chair and disability accessible. Very child friendly with many hands on interactive games to explore with the family.
The front desk staff are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. They took the time to answer any and all questions as needed.
This business is open year round, as the ship tour is only seasonal open in May through the summer months only.
Overall a great time spent here, two thumbs up and you will not be disappointed. Definitely coming back to explore again as there was so much to do and see, not all was done in a day.
Benjamin Busse — Google review
This is a very nice museum. There is a lot to see here and read. We did the Tugboat tour also and I would highly recommend it. It took five years to restore it to the beauty it is today
Leonard Cannafax — Google review
Went to share in the swearing in of our daughter into the Coast Guard Reserves. She spent six years serving our country and is now onto her next big adventure rebuilding war birds.
The tower is amazing. You need to watch the video before going up. Take the elevator to the top, enjoy the view, then walk back down and experience each floor. They did an amazing job on each level explaining the history of Door County.
Once you're done with that, roam all the areas on the ground level. Tons of things to see, read, and learn.
It was nice to know that active duty are free and retired military have a discount. Regardless though, it's worth every penny for the entrance fee.
Awesome job to the Maritime Museum!!
Von Stiehl Winery is a well-established winery located in Forestville, Wisconsin. The winery has been producing delectable wines since 1967 and boasts of over 40 varietals to choose from during wine tastings. Von Stiehl Winery prides itself on being the oldest mercantile Vineyard of Door County in the Wisconsin Peninsula.
Went here yesterday, and it was a fun experience. I did the wine tasting and ended up with the Sangria. Nice location, just a small walk to Lake Michigan.
FLAMINGO MOM — Google review
One of the best winery's in Wisconsin. Very good wine wonderful staff its very nice when people remember you even if its been a while since your last visit. They also have a great family plan that can save you money and gets you more wine several times a year.
Darek Whiting — Google review
Nice outdoor seating with a tasting area. Something some of the other wineries in the area don't have. They even have a snack menu. Personally I am not a big fan of wine, so to me their wines are of same quality of competators. However, they have 2 ales I really liked.
JC Mountain — Google review
So first time there what a cool place to visit. The people are so knowledgeable about the building, the fonder of the wine, and the wines themselves. We ended up enjoying all the wines we tasted I would highly recommend stopping by and giving them a try. We did and walked out with 3 bottles.
Keith Werner — Google review
Our favorite Wisconsin winery!! We love the wine and the wine tasting is the best. Von Stiehl also has a nice outdoor seating area with a nice view where you can enjoy a full glass of wine. We stop here every time we go to Door County.
Regina Stair — Google review
Loved the tour and very informative wine tastings & cider flights. Outdoor music on Saturdays with a food truck.
Ashley Villers — Google review
My favorite Wisconsin winery. We stop every time we are in the area. Also joined the wine club to have some shipped home throughout the year. I love that it comes with a cheese pairing each time. The staff is knowledgeable and there are so many options for wines. Everyone can find something they like here. And it’s a beautiful building. Highly recommend.
Lynnae Thompson — Google review
Wonderful winery. Beautifully renovated 1868 brewery, now a winery. Fun and creative gifts. During the summer months they have live music on the outside patio. Luv the wines - personal favorites include gewurztraminer, sassy sangria, and naughty girl.
Wendy — Google review
We had the best time here- they’re already ready for the holidays🎄❤️ some of our favorites were the sparkling viognier & chenin blanc (would be great for NYE) brewvino (great for steak), and the holiday wine (can be warmed on the stove priced reasonably and so festive)!
Kels — Google review
Quite a busy place with a large wine selection. We went at 10 to beat the rush and were greeted right away and picked our selections. Unfortunately, the person working with us wasn't the most friendly and spent very little time with us, even though she only had one other couple at the time. Would like more history, a better explanation of the wines so you don't feel like drink up and leave. We did buy 19 bottles even though the tasting experience was not what we expected.
Steve Fischer — Google review
I can't say enough great things. We were running behind and weren't going to make it there by close. I called because I wanted a special bottle of wine for my mom and Don stayed open and waited for us past closing. He was patient, friendly and helpful and didn't rush me once I arrived. Can't to go back when we can experience all the Winery has to offer. Thank you again Don!!
dragon witch — Google review
I visited today and had a fantastic tour! There is so much more history involved that I learned about. To think that sailing ships came that tiny bit in from Lake Michigan with cargo was fascinating. The tunnels below were so cool to see. We didn't see any ghosts though. Don't miss the party room on the fourth floor (third if you don't count the cellars) where a lot of historical items can be viewed. There were several wines I really liked and I bought two home to enjoy. Thanks to Donna for a very informative tour.
Jeanne Mease — Google review
Decided to come check this place out while visiting some friends in Door County. We heard a lot of good things and stopped by today.
It’s a very cool place with a lot of different options. I really liked the Mourvèdre in my tasting and decided to get a bottle of that.
Heidi was very patient and explained everything to us. She made our visit very pleasant and enjoyable.
A very flat scenic trail right along Lake Michigan. Starts by the Maritime museum in Manitowoc and goes to Two Rivers. Trail is paved, wide, with only a few driveway crossings. There are a few waysides on the way.
Dennis Pohle — Google review
Beautiful 6 mile trail from the Wisconsin Maritime Museum to Two Rivers. Bike, walk, run, rollerblade; nicely paved and well maintained. The lake is the main attraction, but gardens, sculptures, and waysides beckon. Highly recommend. It continues on as Rawley Point Trail to Point Beach State Park.
Jack Gadzala — Google review
Great place to walk, bike and run. The beach is very minimal but great for dog walking. They have bags for cleaning up after your pets, be sure to use them.
Troy Stauffer — Google review
Running along Lake Michigan from Manitowoc to Two Rivers WI. is Mariners Trail. Very Long sidewalk great for hiking or bicycling. Beautiful plots of flowers planted by different people and greenhouses along the way. Benchs for admiring the gorgeous sites of Lake Michigan. My husband and I visit often!!
Marne Ehlers — Google review
What a nice trail for a bike ride or stroll! It's in excellent condition and there are nice spots along the way to stop for a break or picnic lunch. Near the South end of the trail is the West of the Lake Gardens. Absolutely lovely!
Lynn — Google review
Beautiful place to walk, run, bike or just enjoy the scenery. I stop by every time I'm in the area. Even after the leaves have all fallen and its chilly its still a great place to look out at the lake.
Aaron Weich — Google review
A must see! This is a beautiful place to enjoy also a little library
Restored World War II submarine, a 19th-century shipbuilding town & boat rides on the river.
I was very fortunate to share a special overnight trip inside the USS Cobia with my son.
The program was a lot of fun and very informative. Our museum guides did a great job providing an interactive experience for our scout pack by putting them through a mild training exercise.
Sleeping overnight inside the submarine was quite a unique experience; one that my son will never forget.
Overall we learned a lot about life inside a WWII sub and came away with a new appreciation for the life of a Navy seaman.
Corey Mitchell — Google review
Well curated museum, nice displays, and a lot of interactive items for kids. Definitely a niche subject. The submarine tour is really cool. They have modified the entrance so you can take a regular stairway in it instead of using a patch with a ladder.
T-roy Sierra — Google review
Fantastic museum!! Totally worth visiting if you are into boats, history, invention, craftsmanship, ship models and more. Not only are there tablets available to talk you thru the submarine but we brought our navy man who also talked a tour of his adventures as we went thru the ship. Don't skip this, extremely well done 👏
Liza Ross — Google review
We were there on the christmas at the museum day. It was free admission, there were drinks and vendors and santa and all sorts of things. I thought it should have been much busier than it was. The cobia was awesome and the men on board telling stories were so wonderful.
Carly Rondeau — Google review
My husband and I enjoyed the various displays and learned many new interesting facts from the state's history. We especially liked learning about the area's submarine building history. The building was very clean and easy to navigate. The museum gift shop also had many interesting items and souvenirs.
Christine Laird — Google review
We visited on a Friday afternoon and basically had the whole place to ourselves, which was awesome especially on the submarine. I highly recommend this museum to anyone who is interested in nautical history. USS Cobia is amazing.
Brooke Vincent — Google review
#usscobiaovernight Had a great time visiting the museum and spent the night sleeping in the USS Cobia submarine! Definitely worth the trip to learn more about WW2 submariners and the important role Manitowoc played in supporting our troops. Even in the middle of the winter, a great place to visit!
Jackie Demyan — Google review
We had a great experience and highly recommend stopping by this museum! We took our 3 kids- 9,10,11 years old and they all had a good time. The submarine tour is a must- the tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and kind. The museum has so much to look at and do. There's also a fun water feature room that all our kids enjoyed the most.
I loved that there was a Disability Pride Month recognition on their TV and also Pride items for sale in the gift shop! Awesome to see!
Maddie Heise — Google review
Wonderful tour of submarine. Only 4 of us at 10am. But it gets busier ok later. The museum is amazing.
Ed O-K — Google review
I was truly surprised at the depth of information and how vast the displays. We had a nice young man who gave us the tour of the submarine. Must stop and tour if your in the area. Our time in the facility was @ 4 hours and could have easily been 6
Ruh Diehl — Google review
Thoroughly enjoyed the museum. We spent several hours enjoying the exhibits. I highly recommend the submarine guided tour. The guide Riley was very knowledgeable and did a great job answering questions. We went in a rainy day and it was perfect!!!
Lynn Nuccio — Google review
Love going on the Cobia and seeing all of the interesting exhibits. I come from a Navy family so this place speaks to my heart. It's neat to learn about subs and the men who man them. They are a special breed for sure! The guided tour was nice and you get some funny stories about the sailors. Definitely a must see if you are in the area.
Emily Draper — Google review
Museum is top notch, but the sub tour (even just with the guided tablet) was the best boat tour I've done, even better than the USS Midway in San Diego. Hopefully, you'll bump into a few vets who are on board to share stories and background of the sub. Simply Wonderful!
Bikes Boats Boots WI — Google review
Another stop on a road trip my son and I took touring Wisconsin in 2022. We arrived just in time to book the last submarine tour. I had never been inside a submarine before and it was quite a sight! My son and I are both over 6 feet tall and had just a bit of difficulty maneuvering through it but did just fine. More so difficult for me cause I'm a bit husky but again, I still made it. After the tour, we had enough time to walk through the museum and see everything before they closed. Price of admission to the museum is included if you buy submarine tour tickets. Definitely will chew up an hour or 2 with the tour and museum but not an all day excursion. Plan other sight seeing or fun activities if you're doing a family fun day. You can always stop at Bud Williams Burgers for a great old fashioned burger, fries and Coke!
D-Rock T — Google review
Neat museum. The model ships were very cool and impressive. Submarine tour was great. Lots of equipment packed into every nook and cranny on that sub. Tour guide was very educated on the topic and equipment.
The amusement park Bay Beach Amusement Park is perfect for those who are looking for a little fun in the Green Bay area. With rides and attractions such as bumper cars, a Ferris wheel & slides, the amusement park has something for everyone. Located near the mouth of the Fox River, Bay Beach Amusement Park is perfect if you're looking to have some family fun.
Still a great experience after all these years! Free admission, free parking, ride tickets are only twenty-five cents, and all the rides are 4 tickets or less. There are several food shacks, a gift shop, playground, restrooms, shelters, and many different rides. You can ride on two different miniature trains and/or the ferris wheel to take in some spectacular views of the bay.
This is a fantastic place to take your kids for a day of fun! Highly recommended!
Many gyms and Pokestops for the Go players
Nathan Flaminio — Google review
Amazing park to take the kids. Ride tickets are only 25¢ (some rides take 2 or 3 tickets) so it is affordable for almost everyone. The small train ride is especially fun. It is right next to the bay with several concession options. Pretty park surroundings. There's mini-golf and go carts across the street. A great animal sanctuary within walking distance.
Wendy — Google review
There were so many fun rides for the kids. Some of the rides aren't as adult friendly as we wished they would have been, but we enjoyed most of them! Our children aged 5 and 9 enjoyed all the rides they went on! The bathrooms were clean, the playground area is shaded enough to provide some respite from the heat. The food in the Cafe area was very delicious as well! Most rides cost 2 tickets. The huge roller coaster is 4 tickets a person. Our youngest enjoyed the train ride around the grounds. We highly recommend this place for cheap fun with kids.
Lindsey Hendrickson — Google review
A very family friendly establishment! I have visited the amusement park and picnic areas too many times to count and each time I have always enjoyed the rides, the atmosphere of the environment, the relatively quick lines, along with the professionalism of the staff ensuring both the safety and entertainment of guests.
Also, at the price of 25¢ per ticket and most of the rides needing about 2-3 tickets is really easy on the wallet for fun family entertainment.
It was very refreshing to see new rides being added to the roster like the Zippin' Pippin', Bay Beast and the 100 ft diameter Big Wheel which I got to ride yesterday. I am glad to be able to have such a magnificent place that has attractions suited for both adults and kids alike.
Hope to visit again soon!
Charles Wu — Google review
A beautiful amusement park for a relaxing day with family. The park has different rides for kids and family. Ride tickets starting from a ticket to 4 tickets. A ticket costs 25 cents. For a family of 4 , 25$ tickets might be sufficient.
You will have a variety of options for lunch and snacks, if you wish you can bring your own food too.
Overall you can spend a day in the park but if you are short on time then only rides and snacks in the park can take 4 to 5 hours.
There are a few rides closed / under maintenance.
Kids loved zippin pippin , yo yo , boat ride, car ride and some of the ride names i can't remember now :D
There is lots of parking space available, restrooms are available near parking lot D and at the pavilion.
Avinash Deshmukh — Google review
Had a great time at this city run amusement park with our two and six year old kids. Lots of rides for younger kids and a few for tweeners like a roller coaster formerly owned by Elvis. Lines went bad on a sunny Saturday morning.
Parking is free, free admission, and ride tickets are 25 cents each, with each ride bring one to four tickets (most are only one of two for younger kids rides).
Small concession stands with more reasonable prices than any park I've been to in a while. Check it out if you have kids and are visiting Green Bay!
Derick Kluge — Google review
Clean. Friendly. Awesome atmosphere and experience all-around! Great for our group of 7, ranging in age from a fresh 8 to 65. There was fun for all. Pricing was very family friendly from the 25 cent tickets (highest needed was 4 for Zippin Pippin roller coaster) to the snack shacks and gift store. HIGHLY recommend for all ages!
Kari Cihlar — Google review
How did I not know this place existed!! Our kids 2,5,and 8. LOVED IT!! They played and enjoyed themselves for 6 hours and at the bargain price of $25.00!! We will definitely be back again!! They have options for younger kids and older ones. Plus a playground and areas to rent for private parties inside and out. Probably the best place ever!
Holly post — Google review
We had an INCREDIBLE day here on our visit to Green Bay! We spent ten bucks to play for hours with our kids. (Our kids are younger; it’d be more expensive for older kids to go on more of the big rides.)
Rides were all in good shape and well staffed.
Tim Walsh — Google review
Lots of rides down when we went, but always a great time. You need to purchase tickets for $.25 each. The rides are anywhere from 1-4 tickets. The average person uses $5-$10 worth.
servantsheart7 wilcox — Google review
This was our first time being here and we really enjoyed it! Ticket prices and even the food prices are very reasonable. Some of the rides are not as adult friendly but even so we were able to find plenty to do. The Ferris wheel offers great views of the bay! We ran out of time before we ran out of tickets so it's nice that tickets can be saved for future visits!
Aubrey Coats — Google review
Must visit if you are in Green Bay or planning to make a trip in door county.
Beat part is how cheap are the rides. There were almost 8-10 for rides for kids and adults together and 6-8 rides for small kids and we as a family of 3 finished all in 15 dollars.
You can imagine how cheap it is. We almost spent 5 hours there. Beautiful location just next to bay beach . Beautiful weather.
We visited on Friday and it was crowded.
Lakshmi Mishra — Google review
Elvis can't be wrong. Old time charm and a ton of fun for a small price. No entrance fee - 25¢ tickets and no ride takes more than 4 tickets. One wooden coaster, swings ferris wheel, number cars... Perfect place to bring the kids or just have fun with your wife. Sitting in the old time coaster seats makes you realize how we have changed in the past couple generations, right squeeze. Right on the bay. Every city should have one of these.
Brian Hubert — Google review
Such a great place for families with littles! Many rides for kids UNDER 42-50inches. Concessions were great and the hot Bavarian pretzels were amazing! Good pricing! CASH ONLY FOR FOOD. Not too expensive! Tickets for rides are .25 cents and most kiddie/family rides are 1-2 tickets per rider. Real bathrooms available. They take debit/credit to purchase tickets. Such a fun place!
A A — Google review
Bay Beach is a Great place to take your family out for a day! The rides are great! Food is very reasonable! Each ride uses anywhere from 1 to 4 tickets and tickets are only $.25 each! You can't beat it!
Neill Nettesheim — Google review
A great park for families to gather! There is no entry fee you only pay per ride and the most expensive ride is $1! The rides were great. What a treasure for Green Bay families. Plenty of parking! Elvis’ roller coaster was a nice rush of adrenaline.
The Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame & Museum is a tribute to some of the team's most famous players, and it has exhibits devoted to their history. The museum also has interactive exhibits that are designed to be accessible by everyone.
I visited with my family and it was entertaining and informative. This museum is clean and well organized. I highly recommend it. If you're visiting Green Bay, Wisconsin this is a must go place. I'm conclusion, I really loved this placed, to learn about it's history and unparalleled players, coaches and it's people.
Lucas Matos — Google review
This is a great experience. If you don't have small children with you, I recommend the full Legendary Tour + Hall of Fame. It's $50, but the tour is almost two hours and the Hall of Fame will take at least another hour. You get to see everything (except the locker room and player areas) this way. Going up on the roof and through the tunnel onto the field are pretty cool experiences. We did the 3pm tour, so by the time we got to the Hall of Fame, we were the only ones there. It was pretty sweet to have the whole place to ourselves. If you're a Packer lover, make sure to check out this tour!
Lindsay Sayles — Google review
I'm not a Packers fan but you can't help but marvel at something so cool. We stopped after a 30 minute drive from Appleton. Came to have lunch at 1919 Kitchen & Tap and wanted to just check things out. Great stadium, great experience and really cool to see. Wasn't too hungry so had some apps as a meal. Chicken tenders, Mac and cheese , fancy deviled eggs. The other gents with me had burgers and soup. Everything was delicious. Definitely be back if in the area.
Mario Alvarado Jr. — Google review
Absolutely amazing. So much to see and learn. Put together very nicely. Spacious and well thought out. I'd highly recommend checking it out. It could keep your attention and you busy for an hour or more for less than $20.
joseph nelsen — Google review
I travel for work, so I finally got a contract close enough to get there. I really wanted to do a tour but didn't know only X times during the day and I didn't have the time to wait for next one. So I went shopping at pro shop...lol
Michele C — Google review
The hall of fame and field tour was wonderful! What an awesome facility with amazing history. When touring, you get a sense of tremendous pride, and an organization that respects its past while still working towards the future. Even if you are not a football fan, the nostalgia, attention to detail, and uniqueness are truly engaging. I really enjoyed my time here.
Scott Postelnik — Google review
Lambeau Field visit. The new Atrium area was AMAZING! Classic tour was the best. The two guides are Awesome! Thank you for the history lesson of Green Bay Packers. 💯% recommend
Ronald Reid — Google review
This museum was very informative. Giving me a greater understanding of just how hard it is to create such history. To be a successful team, owned by their fans. It was very well put together. The displays were just so informative.
I think the only concern I had was the level of comfort they had in letting people in with limited security.
Otherwise, such history here. The tour was really nice, and the game was pretty chilly.
I have to say, the one thing I was truly impressed with is the hospitality here. People were genuinely friendly. Took a couple of photos with your great fans, even though I was sporting another team.
Thank you, Green Bay!
Venisa Salazar — Google review
While attending my first game I had the pleasure of attending the Packers Hall of Game. As biased as any fan would be, I'd like to be very as critical and unbiased as possible for this review. There is great information here from of all the greats with amazing time capsule displays and information. The flow of traffic is odd and not as streamlined at best. I felt that some of the newer displays were too reliant on walls with facts printed on them but are offset by the amazing set pieces like the livingroom evolution display and the ceiling bicycles. It's very fairly priced and very accessible. You can spend anywhere from 20 minutes to 4 hours depending on how much Packer history you want to soak in. I highly recommend the hall of fame even if you must power through it at the last minute with limited time but I Highly recommend Purchasing your tickets in advanced and planning for it! Go Pack Go!
Marco — Google review
What an awesome experience. Went to a GB game, and it couldn't have been better. The stadium, the atmosphere, the HOF.... all of it was great. Every football fan needs to go.
Brian Hoiberg — Google review
If you are a football fan, this is a most see! If you are a Packers fan, it will blow you away! It's an incredible experience! I highly recommend the Legendary Tour, and a stop in the Pro Shop is a must, with something for everyone. This is not to mention how great the whole area is, especially Titletown! This place is truly a piece of football heaven.
Joseph Rayles — Google review
Hall of Fame Hands on Experience was great! Thank you to the staff involved with putting this together! It was great to be able to see and hold true Packer memorabilia!
HollynBrad Lehman — Google review
This is pretty nifty! 😎
Amazing History!🏈
Just brings a whole new meaning to real grass😱
This is one place to visit 🤩 that I don't have to say anything about 🫢
Michael Scott — Google review
Our Legendary Lambeau tour tickets came with admission to the Packers Hall of Fame and the stadium tour, so we checked those out first. The Hall of Fame & Museum are very well done! The franchise has a fascinating history and is one of the oldest teams in the NFL. It’s so interesting to learn how the team began, how Lambeau Field came to be, about the legends that used to play and coach there, and how the Super Bowl Trophy got named after a Packers head coach. If you love history or football (or both!), you will be very impressed by this museum!
Julia Silvers — Google review
Hands down, the Best NFL museum and attraction dedicated to one team franchise. A bucket list "must see" for any sports fan, particularly Pro Football. This place oozes history, tradition, and a commitment to excellence. So many displays you are almost overwhelmed. Outstanding full floor Gift shop. Restaurant 1919, also in the atrium. If you get to Green Bay, you must visit and be prepared to regret it. Only the Canton Pro Football Hall of Fame can match this towering edifice.
Kevin Keegan — Google review
Had a great time on our Cub Scout outing to the HOF and Lambeau Tour. Hosts had so much knowledge and a way to bring you back in time. One of the guys would get all of the kids fired up like pregame coming out of the tunnel. View from the top of the stadium was very cool.
john krueger — Google review
Excellent tour! And don't forget to stop by the pro shop.
Ms Miles — Google review
I'm not a Packers fan... but it was very cool to see the history of the Green Bay Packers. Lots of cool memorabilia from all of the eras of the Packers.
Charles Derrig — Google review
Five star review from a couple of non-sports fan.
There is something here for everyone - not the least of which is some awesome history.
A very well done and interesting history museum even if you've never picked up a football.
There are many different ticket options - the basic tour was perfect for us.
Lambeau Field is a legendary stadium home to the iconic Green Bay Packers. It features a fan shop, hall of fame, and restaurants that are open year-round. The stadium is consistently ranked as one of the best fan experiences in the NFL, and is always packed on game day.
I am absolutely crazy about Lambeau Field. I've been to 3 Packers game, and every single time it's an amazing experience. Me and the family drove from NY to Wisconsin, and it was worth the 15 plus hour drive. There are no fans like Packers fans. The energy and the overall experience is like no other feeling, and I've been to a Super Bowl and that wasn't even as amazing as being in Lambeau watching the Packers play. It's clean, the parking is good, the tailgating is so much fun, and the overall energy is one of a kind. I cannot wait to come back again.
Brian Impelli — Google review
What an awesome place. We did the tour of the field at night. So calm and peaceful. The guide was very nice and gave us a lot of really cool info about the history of Lambeau Field. Went to a game the next day and was very pleased with every aspect. Food was great, lines went fast, all the spectators were very kind and fun to be with. Sadly GB lost… but it was still just a spectacular experience.
Brian Harris — Google review
Great overall experience. The area is built up around the stadium so there is plenty to do before the game. In the winter they had a tubing hill and ice skating rink. Plenty of food and bar options. Inside we sat in the club level. I never had to wait for the bathroom or for food/drink. Concessions are all grab and go like a self service checkout. Really liked that feature.
Nick Spoke — Google review
I usually make it to a game every year and this year we decided to visit after football season. All I can say is well we are so lucky to have such a historic and beautiful stadium such as Lambeau Field. This is a bucket list visit and if you're you haven't made it here before you really need me to try and get here. Make sure to take the legendary tour and visit the Hall of Fame. You won't be disappointed. Even if you're not a Packers fan.
Mike Hughes — Google review
Attended a December game a couple years back. I was absolutely dreading the cold, however it ended up being pretty warm even with rain. I am not a packers fan, however I loved the atmosphere. The Packer fans we were surrounded by were a lot of fun. I love the surrounding town and how supportive the people who live there are of their local football team
Alyssa Morgan — Google review
I'm not really a football fan but my brother is and I had always heard about Lambeau Field so I went to take some pictures for him. So strange that it's just in the middle of a neighborhood. I can't even imagine the chaos on game day, but I suspect it is a lot of fun.
Mindy Parker — Google review
Iconic! Family Night was packed with people and activities, and the fireworks and laser show were impressive. A visit to training camp was delightful, and a stroll through the pro shop left me in awe, and I’m not even a Packers fan. Lambeau does things right.
amber b — Google review
I'm a Bears fan, but have to admit Lambeau Field is awesome. Love they kept it original and added in stages no altering the old. Sat in row 13 on Packers side, very cool to see players close up. Also, people working there and the fans are super nice. Certainly nicer than Soldier Field, and I know I won't get jumped parking in the streets of Green Bay. Just a great experience, but still bleed blue and orange.
Scott Moyer — Google review
Holy Cow! What a beauty! Our first visit and it was Amazing! Although there wasn’t a game going on. The stadium is open to anyone who wants to visit. There are stadium tours that take place every so often each day. The Fan Shop is Awesome! Any Packers fan would go nuts!
We enjoyed our visit, restaurants are open inside the stadium on the first floor. Great service, friendly staff all around.
Philli Tweetie — Google review
Bucket list stop for all sports fans. We had a great experience here. We were rooting for the other team but didn't get hassled very much. Getting in and out of stadium was very easy. Go early spend some time watching around
Doug Ainsworth — Google review
It was finally time for us to go on the Legendary Lambeau tour, and we couldn’t have been more excited! Lambeau Field is an iconic destination in itself–even when there’s not a game going on! People come from all over the world to see this amazing stadium and learn about Packer history. The tour is over two hours long and a mile and a half of walking–and in our opinion, it is worth every minute and step! Our tour guides Pat and Rick were great and took us all over the stadium. You get to see some luxury suites, go up to the rooftop, sit in the end zone club seats, visit the press box, enter the visiting team’s locker room, and run through the players tunnel onto the side lines. It was so impressive and really incredible to see all the angles and seats we might never be able to experience on game day. And don’t get me wrong, there is no such thing as a bad seat at Lambeau…we just learned that some are way more luxurious than others! I highly recommend this tour; add it to your bucket list!
Julia Silvers — Google review
I've lived in Wisconsin the majority of my life and the 1/2/22 game was my first time here. (I know). It's a beautiful and huge stadium that was relatively easy to navigate. There is a good food and drink selection and all od the vendors are very friendly. I would definitely go again
Emily Anderson — Google review
Crazy cool place. I'm from Michigan but have visited twice. Most recently, I had the opportunity to go on a tour of the Atrium and learn about all the history of the Packers, see the suites above the field, and even walk out through the tunnel that the players come out of. The tour guide did a phenomenal job! My favorite fun fact that I learned was that this field is the last to have all aluminum seats. This is because they are all sold out to seat holders, and have been since 1960; If they made the seats more comfortable, they'd lose about 10,000 of them, and 10,000 people would lose their bought out seats. Very fun!
Carlos Terrell — Google review
Attended an excursion with Viking Great Lakes Expeditions on the Polaris Ship. Lambeau is a wonderful place to visit. The tour was all inclusive even taking us through the tunnel the Packers entet the stadium. We went out to field level. Up to the suite levels and the Hall of Fame. The atrium section does have a restaurant and concessions as well as yhe pro shop.
Kathy Ralph — Google review
No visit to the Green Bay area should be complete without a stop at Lambeau. Great area. Nice surrounding neighborhood. Iconic loca pub across the way. Super clean. Friendly locals!
Anne Bosworth — Google review
Incredible stadium and always a great time. Such a historic team and facility. Highly recommend taking the tour and seeing the Hall of Fame. No matter where you're seated you get a great view. Parking is expensive in the stadium lot for game day so you either park a mile away or you pay to park on someone's lawn. If you're coming on a game day, plan on getting at least an hour and half early due to traffic.
💛💚🤍Go Pack Go! 💚💛🤍
Grace Marchello — Google review
Went to the Packers game vs Rams. First time here for a game! (I flew from NC to see the game!) What an amazing experience to be at the historic Packers stadium with almost 778,000 fans!!! The fans are out of this world passionate for our team! 💚💛💚💛 So much engery in the stadium. We were in the 1st row, section 114.
If you are a diehard Packers fan, going to the Packers stadium for a game is a must!!!
Tracy Berthelson — Google review
Where do I start?
This was my first time at Lambeau and it was everything I expected.. Had a great time from taking a night tour to seeing the Packers live in action against the Saints week 3.. I’ve seen the Packers play 4 times on the road in different cities and they’ve lost each time, so I said I think I have to visit Lambeau to see them get a win and I did just that.. Couldn’t have ask for a better game to see in the Jordan Love era..#GOPACKGO 🧀
P.S. We had one the best tour guides
A P — Google review
2023 Week 15 Packers vs. Buccaneers. This was my first live NFL game! Lambeau and the people of Green Bay made this experience one to remember. I came for the history of the stadium and I was in awe the whole time I was in that building for the tour, and on Game Day. The tailgate party outside was amazing. The people of Green Bay may bleed green and gold. Yet they are the friendliest, and most welcoming, bunch of people that I have ever met. Even if I did come to cheer for the other team. Where else can you say that you’ve met/talked/drank with an owner of the home team? I will definitely be back.
Matthew Hill — Google review
This was a nice outing we had to Lambeau Field. I was hoping it wouldn't be too cold for me, but I went prepared and snugged. We drove from Racine, WI, about 2 hours. Since I was with my husband, the ride went by super quick. They have the championship rings with the dates on them, and you can stand in the middle of the ring for a perfect photo, which we took plenty of them of this place to add to our vacation memories. We also got a cheese head hat for my sister-in-law. There was an ice skating arena, which was busy but not crowded, and they had a restroom for guest nearby the I've arena. There were other things around which I didn't take photos of, but if you are looking to go visit this place, do look up information on it so you won't miss out.
1/2Cupp — Google review
I went on the stadium tour while they were re-seeding the grass. I also went through the Hall of Fame, and looked through the pro shop. After, me and my family ate in 1919 where I got buffalo wings which were pretty dang good. If you're bored and on vacation in Green Bay, I would recommend checking out Lambeau Field.
Pickle — Google review
Lambeau had been on the top of my bucket list of NFL stadiums. I was there once in the off-season, and I got to see the Packers play (and win, duh) in Philadelphia. But I wanted the Lambeau experience. I finally got it when tickets were cheap in the beginning of the '22 season for week' 18. I grabbed them. It ended up being the game vs. Detroit which was the "win & in" game. Tickets ended up skyrocketing, and luckily I had an extra one to sell! The Packers unfortunately did lose that game, but I got to see Aaron Rodgers' final game in Green & Gold!
The Lambeau experience did not disappoint! After a nice in-car "tailgate" of a schnitzel sammich and fries, it was time to bundle up well for the Green Bay December night. It was FREEZING, though it was probably only in the mid 20s. The energy in the stadium was something I'd never seen before as the fans were lively the entire game!
I definitely want to come back!
Moshe Rosenfeld (Chucky) — Google review
A dream of an experience. The tour was super informative and well done.You get to go all over!! The Hall of Fame tour is exceptional and you really need to dedicate time to go through it all. Every single part of this place is a treasure. The pro shop is very reasonable, the food was top shelf, the sweet Brandy old fashioned was delightful. Get the pretzel wrapped brat! Thank you to everyone who made my first trip to Lambeau better than my wildest dreams. I can't wait to go back.
Katie Hinz — Google review
This was my first time at Lambeau, and I LOVED the experience. We parked in a yard down the street, and it was about a 5 minute walk to our gate. We were there for the Packer/Bear game, and everyone we met from both sides was fun. Loved the history and can't wait to go back.
Lori Barker — Google review
My son and I had a truly amazing trip from Florida to see the Packers play and to tour the stadium. Everyone is so kind and helpful the stadium, in the restaurant, at the store, and especially at the Hall of Fame. We had so much fun that we’ll definitely be back!!
Greg Crossley — Google review
Well worth the 37.00 for tour. I highly recommend it. Very informative even if not a packers fan. (Which I'm not) (fins up). They were very accommodating and knowledgeable. The history behind the stadium is pretty cool also.
The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center is a grand venue that attracts renowned national music acts, Broadway shows, and other high-profile entertainment. This theater has hosted some incredible Broadway performances with excellent views from every seat in the house. Backstage access for student performances or classes is available with helpful staff members always ready to assist. The center serves as a valuable asset to the local community. Patrons enjoy speedy drink service at affordable prices compared to other concert venues for an unforgettable experience.
Loved it! Easy parking right across the street, great seats no matter where you sit, workers were friendly & helpful, line for drinks & bathroom at intermission moved quickly, prices reasonable. Had a great time. Can't wait to come back!
Lynne Christine Finley — Google review
Went to see the original rock band Chicago concert and guys gave an outstanding show. It was Fantastic! But the acoustics in The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center were absolutely horrible. We were in the Dress Balcony and had great seats but like I said, the acoustics were so bad that I will NOT go to another concert at the PAC.
Mary Keuler — Google review
Amazing show and amazing staff! Never waited in a line for drinks for more than 5 minutes and the prices were better than concerts. Had an absolutely amazing time
leah schwarzbauer — Google review
We had a great time at Cats. Wonderfully done. Such extensive stage production. The actors were talented but it is clear that stage management is just as talented. I really enjoyed our view from the second level balcony. We ordered drinks through the app to be ready for pick up at intermission. That worked out really well.
Alyssa Padjen — Google review
It was a wonderful experience! Easy to park with a ramp located right next to the center and clear and concise instructions from the event itself, we spend the evening with the wonderful Cary Elwes who after watching the entirely of the film The Princess Bride, regaled us with stories of its making showing just how much it was a passion project! The facilities were clean and well looked after, the art deco styling of the theater itself was immaculate and the view was incredible even from the very top row, all in all I would love to take another trip and see another event at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center!
Gustav Frederickson — Google review
I have seen some amazing Broadway shows in this hall, and I have never had a bad seat. I have been back stage with students performing or attending a class here, and everyone is very helpful. It's a treasure foe the community.
Tracy Buck — Google review
We really enjoyed Cats at the PAC! Thanks to Lucky Seats we got second row tickets for $40 each and it was amazing! We appreciator how kind and helpful all of the ushers and staff are every time we visit!
Michelle Morris — Google review
Saw Hamilton here for the first time. I was very impressed with the performance, although the seating was a little uncomfortable. Also drinks are on par with any venue so bring some extra cash.
Taylor Bogseth — Google review
Ain't too proud to beg. This show is amazing. I cried. I laughed. I danced.
Love love loved everything,,,the song, the story, the dancing, the orchestra. The whole dang show!!!! Best show!!!!
Lizette Bailey — Google review
Event itself that we went to was great. However, the facility itself was a little under prepared clearly. They opened doors late and had multiple problems with their projector. The CEO also injected herself into performance, which was a bit disappointing as she was not a very good interviewer during the QA section. Despite all that the staff was helpful and it is a nice place overall. l
BAM 22 — Google review
Beautiful place, very well organized admission, drop off & parking process, friendly ushers, very clean and upscale prices. We went to see "Clue" . Unfortunately, we and those around us had trouble hearing at times and understanding the conversations. We sat in the Orchestra rows under the balcony. It was quite disappointing, especially considering the price of the tickets. In comparison, we had recently seen "Anastasia" at Appleton North and had no trouble hearing clearly. Their sound system was phenomenal. Their performance was also phenomenal.
Darlene K — Google review
Pros.. beautiful facility, good production. Saw Les Miserables. A little tough understanding the lyrics, but a great job on everything in general.
Cons...... You have to pay 10 to $20 for parking unless you want to walk a half a mile. They don't have enough bartenders to get you a drink quickly enough. The second you get your drink, they announce it's time to go back in. But for next to $3 they will sell you a sippy cups so you can bring your a drink in the theater. What a racket!
Brenda Hartstern — Google review
First time at this venue, & the Killer Queen Experience was an incredibly amazing show!
Only negative was the endlessly long rows of seating (we were directly in the middle, front row, 1st balcony section). It was a long way to inch through the multitude of people seated to get to our spots. Once there, we didn't dare try to get out, so we were stuck for the duration, unable to leave for a drink or bathroom break. Very clastrophobic feeling. Never again, would I purchase tickets in similar seats. A break in the middle area for access out would make show-goers much safer & more comfortable.
Lora Michaels — Google review
I like this theatre. I've seen Wicked, Ain't Too Proud to Beg, and Tina Turner the Musical there. The concession stand prices are reasonable in comparison to some other places I've been to.
You do need to buy a $3 plastic lidded cup if you want a beverage while watching the performance. However, you can bring it back for future performances and not have to pay the $3 again.
Sheila Harmon — Google review
Fabulous performance by Derek Hough and troupe. Perfect venue to watch the performance!
Gina Brown — Google review
This place is super cool. So beautiful and can accommodate big crowds. I liked the red carpet all over.
zaire mozes — Google review
Note to self - the nosebleed seats are not for anyone that might need to have any leg space for over 2 hours. If a bathroom is what you need, there isn't one on the 4th floor. It will save you the hassle of looking for half the intermission. The refill discount drink service you can opt in for is them preparing the drink before intermission and leaving it out on a table without an attendant expecting you to know that it's there. This will save you the other half of intermission not waiting in line to pick up the refill.
Maybe knowing what to expect can help your first experience here. The show was great easy in and out at the door and the parking garage was not too much of a nightmare. They also offer valet for $20.
Coco Luvly — Google review
Amazing theater. They have high quality productions there and the prices are sort of steep, but you tend to get what you pay for and not much different than going to a Packer game in terms of cost and entertainment value.
Hearthstone Historic House Museum is a 19th-century residence that used to be powered by hydroelectricity. Visitors can enjoy guided tours and exhibits at the museum after ringing the bell and paying $10 per person. The tour lasts around two hours and includes a guide who takes visitors through each room, showcasing beautiful woodwork throughout the house. At the end of the tour, visitors are allowed to roam in the basement for some hands-on activities.
We had an amazing time at the murder mystery event! The staff was excellent! The participants played their parts beautifully! Heavy
horsd'oeuvrs and wine, soft drinks included. Was a great evening! Well done!!
Jessica Sayeski — Google review
6 stars, amazing historical house. The tour guide was very knowledgeable about the home. According to her, the first place in the world to have electric lighting. All the Christmas decorations still up. A wonderful experience
Ron Klein — Google review
You have to ring the bell and someone will let you in. $10 ea person. You are given a tour guide who takes you thru each room. Lasts about 2 hrs, at the end you are allowed to roam in the basement to check out some hands on activities. Was disappointed the third floor and servants stair ways were closed off to the public, but still worth your time if you love history and what beautiful woodwork throughout the house.
Melissa Rickaby — Google review
This is a gem of a museum. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed seeing the historic architecture and learning about the history of this home. The docins were super knowledgeable and the basement area was a blast to explore. The original woodwork and furnishings are incredible. It was our first visit, but apparently they are constantly changing the theme and hosting special tours so we can't wait to go back and learn more!
Meghan Kiel — Google review
Very nice museum. Everything awesome , very friendly staff .
Vinita Elkhair — Google review
Absolutely loved our visit! The home and artifacts are absolutely stunning and shockingly well preserved; and the history is very intriguing! The individual who gave our tour was so passionate About the information and we were absolutely absorbed in the way he told the history and stories! 10/10 would visit again!
Kailey Vietzke — Google review
My husband and I stopped in for a tour and WOW - this surpassed all of my expectations. I love history, especially old buildings and homes, and this was one of the coolest things I’ve seen. The gentleman who gave us the guide, George, was incredible. He is so knowledgeable and passionate about this home and all the history connected to it. I learned more in this one hour tour than I ever could have expected. George made me feel genuine excitement moving from room to room in that home. I plan to go back around the holidays to experience the old-time Christmas feel surrounded by the decorations enveloping that historical home. Truly makes you feel like you’ve gone back to a place frozen in time. Take this tour and support this museum! Thank you especially to George for the truly impressive tour!
Sam Wasmer — Google review
I love touring old estates. Our tour guide was very informative and answered our many questions. This mansion has been meticulously restored.
Kim Racchini — Google review
Definitely recommend during the holiday season. The decorations were beautiful. This year's theme, The 12 Days of Christmas, was fun because we tried to spot all the items from the song that were in each room. It was clear the museum staff was passionate about the home's history.
Be aware that this is not a place for young children, and is not handicap accessible.
llvolkman — Google review
Kris did an AMAZING job giving us our tour. She spent about 1.5 hours with us & we thoroughly enjoyed it. I brought my 2 younger brothers (ages 13 & 16) & they LOVED it. It was a beautiful tribute to history & we all learned a lot. I highly recommend the tour to people of all ages! 😊
Violet Ciera — Google review
Very cool house. We went right as they opened and got a private tour. The basement is really cool and you get to interact with the exhibits. We want to come back at night for the holiday display.
Tony Mostek — Google review
Loved the visit to the Hearthstone museum, worth every minute I spent there! The decorations - Victorian style Christmas - amazing and I want to point out all the volunteers, who helped to make the experience even better. Would like to visit again - for a tour of the house during non Christmas time!
P.S. I just thought I would add the photo of a doll that was in front of the Christmas tree downstairs)))
Anastasiya — Google review
Super detailed, fascinating tour.
Absolutely beautiful museum. Still in the process of being restored, so don't be shy about letting them keep the change after you pay the $8 entry fee.
Staff is all volunteer, and their live and respect for history is glowingly obvious. At least 1 of the volunteers is from one of the families who owned and lived in the house.
The community's appreciation for the foundation's work to save the house is also evident; almost none if the furnishings are original to the house. All of the incredibly valuable filler pieces were either donated or sold to them at below cost.
Truly a magnificent way to spend a few hours!
sumone udono — Google review
Beautiful home with fantastic craftsmanship. We spent about an hour on the tour with one of the sons that used to live there.
It's awesome that a home in Wisconsin was the first to be powered by electricity, have central heat, and indoor plumbing in the entire country.
Worth a visit to learn a little history (like why people say "turn" on the lights), and see some really great architecture.
We recommend it!
The Paine Art Center and Gardens is a stunning estate designed in the historic English-country style. It features breathtaking display gardens and a rotating gallery with various art exhibits. However, some visitors have noted that the upkeep of the grounds could be improved to ensure that all pathways are well-lit for safety purposes. Despite this, it is an idyllic location that provides a sense of tranquility and joy, perfect for relaxation or spending time with loved ones.
We recently had our wedding ceremony at The Paine in the conservatory and it was absolutely beautiful! We had the pleasure of primarily working with Laura as well as multiple interns along the way and every single one one of them were prompt, polite, professional, accommodating, and friendly. The Paine is nothing but breathtaking, and I am so thankful that they have such a great team to coordinate with. They were organized and communicative throughout the entire process which made planning the ceremony so easy – they truly have everything down to a T! The day of the wedding went seamlessly thanks to their talented team…they showed up very prepared and had thought of literally everything to make the day easiest on us as the bride and groom. It was truly a great experience and completely exceeded expectations. (PC: Something Unique Film)
Lexi Keuper — Google review
Just had my second visit! The first was last winter for the Nutcracker. It was amazing! So many beautiful rooms decorated top to bottom for Christmas. This visit was for the Nature or Light and it was stunning! So many exhibits, lighted walk through woods, and a light dancer. The staff and volunteers are always wonderful and the property is gorgeous!!
Tiffany Tyler — Google review
We went here with my family & had a great time!! We spent about an hour here to look at the Nutcracker exhibit. It was absolutely gorgeous and a must see. We also saw an art exhibit in the gardens last year that was fantastic!! It’s a lovely place to go & see art!!
Julia Black — Google review
Absolutely beautiful. This place brings you nothing short of bliss and peace. Our two year old enjoyed it as well. We spent an hour here but could have easily spent a few hours just relaxing and taking it all in.
Samantha G — Google review
We were here for The Nature of Light: An After Dark Exploration. It was wonderful, a little busy in some spots, but other spots were more open. The ability to get a beer or wine was wonderful. Would be even better if they had coffee and hot chocolate. We plan on coming back in the spring if possible as this place looks just beautiful.
Meghan Malone — Google review
An absolutely breathtaking venue for any event. We held a baby shower here and it went off without a hitch! The coordinators onsite are lovely, organized, and easy to work with. The carriage house was perfect for a shower, and things were set up and ready to go for us to arrive and set decor. Our onsite coordinator that day, Corina, was sweet, attentive, and helpful. Thank you for a great experience!
Ashley Malinowski — Google review
We went there for nutcracker in the castle and had a blast. We did a self-guided tour but I know they also have guided and candle lit. My only thing is I was disappointed that the sugar plum fairy's cafe was not open. Other than that we had a great time
Clara Gross — Google review
Was here for a wedding; I wish there was a little more upkeep on the grounds to ensure all the pathways were lit. Thankfully I had a flashlight in my purse t watch out for the skunk that had sprayed multiple times! (Skunk was not an issue though since we were at their home!)
Overall beautiful location just be careful walking the path at night!
Emily Schacht — Google review
Absolutely breathtaking! The scenery and overall feel to the Paine Art Center is like stepping into a fairy tale. The staff are polite, helpful and friendly. It makes the perfect background for amazing photos!
Meredith Mutza — Google review
The house and gardens are beautiful, however we went for a very special Rodin exhibit that was awesome. Of course seeing the mansion and grounds was the icing on the cake. I would highly recommend a visit even without the spe ial exhibit.
Nicole Forbes — Google review
Unexpected treasure. Loved the architecture. Super well maintained. Went in the winter to see the lights and the Nutcracker theme decorations. Did not disappoint. Look forward to going next spring to see the gardens. Will go again.
Odlaw — Google review
This place is magical. I love the rooms and the gardens. The events held here are top notch. Reasonably priced. Highly recommend.
Jennifer Bass — Google review
This place is beautiful inside and out! I love the awesome architecture, as well as the art throughout the mansion. The gardens are stunning. Great place to walk. Entry fee was only $12 when I went, and well worth it!
John French — Google review
I went to Oshkosh to get away in take a break I had a great time!! Plus visited a colleague near by I spent about an hour and 15 minutes just to looking at the Nutcracker exhibit. It was absolutely gorgeous and a must see. I also saw an art exhibit in the gardens a year ago that was fantastic!! It’s a beautiful lovely place to go & see art!! I will definitely be back Change of scenery is always a must to get your mind off of things
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Lifelong Consulting — Google review
It was a lot of fun! This Christmas theme was The Nut Cracker. You could read a page about the story in which you were looking at.
Another fun thing to do is find the little mice that were set up in some of the rooms!
Look out! There's one atop that blue cake!
We could tell very much work went into the rooms! So much detail to look at!
Lastly, a very, very nice gift shop that was reasonably priced!
Lana Dettlaff — Google review
We went to see the Rodin exhibition and it was excellent. The mansion itself is absolutely gorgeous and a great example of English Tudor style architecture.
The EAA Aviation Museum is a fascinating museum that showcases a wide range of historic airplanes and offers hands-on exhibits for children to enjoy. Visitors can learn about the evolution of flight, from its origins with the Wright Brothers to modern space travel. The collection includes personal homebuilt aircraft as well as commercial planes. During summertime, visitors can take advantage of trolley tours that explore outdoor hangars where they can see even more planes up close.
Great place to learn and see all types of planes. The children's spot is cool for everyone and you can sit in a jet! If you live in the area and haven't gone, I suggest a trip. In the summer it's better because they open the outside hangers and you can take a trolley and see even more planes.
Rob Wetzel — Google review
Self guided tours with staff walking around to answer questions. Friendly staff, nice gift shop area. Even if you don't have kids, go to the kid zone and go up to the 3rd floor Control Tower. Have your picture taken with you in the Raptor (Maverick not included 😄). Really a cool place for kids and adults. Plan to spend minimum 3 hours if you enjoy reading about the planes. The only negative was many of the hands on activities were out of order (most of them, actually). Great museum...Highly recommend!
WI Explorer — Google review
It was a cool place. Well it was a cool place for my husband who loves aviation. Some of the exhibits in the kids discovery area were out of order so it was somewhat disappointing but overall pretty cool. They need to upkeep the place better.
J Sheldon — Google review
This museum is a must see for anyone who likes airplanes or history! It shattered our expectations in the best way. We had heard it was big and interesting. Wow, it was huge! There are so many planes of all shapes and sizes. We loved reading the history of how things evolved in aviation. We spent way longer than expected just taking it all in. We enjoyed that the displays were dynamic, planes at crazy angles, displays that moved or were interactive. It was a hit with both young and old. The areas showed different aspects of aviation history, from the Wright Brothers, through wars, and into space. Highly recommend it!
We went on a Saturday morning and they were not busy. A few families but we didn't have to cross paths there was so much to see. I can't wait to go back!
Tonya F — Google review
I love this museum! There is a collection of airplanes here that will excite and satisfy anyone curious about the origins of flight and personal homebuilt aircraft. They have exhibits that cover everything from the Wright Brothers up to modern space flight. Very cool and worthwhile if you're in the Oshkosh area.
Jim Pfarr — Google review
Awesome museum that focuses on amazing aircraft of general aviation. Makes you want to make a plane! Really want to see the EAA Adventure this summer despite living 14 hours away!
Rush Rank — Google review
One of our stops in 2022 when touring Wisconsin on a father son road trip! The city of Oshkosh is well known for its amazing Air Shows but the museum is just as good! My son and I were here for hours taking in everything it had to offer! There is so much to see and do, it felt like it never ended! No matter your age, from 9 to 92, you will find plenty to do and see! They have a top notch kids play area! Interactive displays! Flying simulators! Live science stations! Film presentations! A vast miniature model display! Planes and heirlooms dated throughout history! And so much more!!! The facility is very clean, nice and cool and very easily handicap accessible. A family could easily spend the afternoon here and go home with smiles and dreams of flight! I know I did! I wanted to get my pilots license right then and there! You would be missing out on an absolute treasure by not coming here! Highly recommend!!! 10 stars!
D-Rock T — Google review
There is tons of things to see, watch, playland explore. From old to new and all between. Space exploration to military, there is something for everyone. Flight simulators and many other things await you at EAA!
Mason Barnett — Google review
Wow!!!! This blew me away! The amount of different planes they have on display is amazing! They have done a wonderful job making it all flow together! My kids enjoyed running around seeing all of the different planes and loved the kids zone!
Anne Sturm — Google review
Amazing place if you're into flight history. Lots of information on flying and space flight. Kinda disappointed that a lot of the hands on simulators weren't working. But overall, a good time
Ron Klein — Google review
Ok so I went during the EAA Oshkosh Air Show so they let me in for free because I was wearing the wrist band. Even if you had to pay, it is still good value.
There is a room dedicated to early flight including a replica Wright Brothers 1903 Flyer and Charles Lindberg's Spirit of St Louis. There is a racing/air stunt room which was great, too, a record setting section with a replica of the Voyager aircraft plus a library and a kids room.
It was crowded, although that was due to the airshow.
The restrooms were clean and the staff were friendly. They had a gift shop with great caramel fudge!
James Flynn — Google review
Great museum, the displays are well spaced with seating areas throughout. The displays themselves are well thought out, and the majority of them are focused on the evolution of aviation and the record-breaking aircraft that have been used to do it. There are also exhibits for space and military programs as they also helped shape the history of aviation. You can tell that the museum and its members care about the history of aviation.
JD Zakerski — Google review
Very fun! It's definitely worth going to. It shows how men and women were able to fly these airplanes and even gives you simulators for kids or even adults to have fun in!
Celeste S. — Google review
Great museum with knowledgeable docents. The history and variety contained in this museum is impressive. Aviation is not a hobby or interest of mine but I really appreciated the museum and would visit again. We got a lovely guided tour and learned about the Wright brothers, to military planes, to planes that have been into orbit. The gift shop was nice as well. This is a well maintained museum that is captivating for all ages including lots of historical details on the placards and interactive demonstrations for kids.
Philip Yazbak — Google review
Amazing experience when we held our banquet here. Rob the AV guy was so helpful, all of the staff was amazing. The room was awesome and perfectly set up. Food was catered by LaSures and was great. Highly recommend for your next event.
Jeremy Thompson — Google review
Went with my husband and enjoyed looking at everything. I took massive pictures but there's too much to look at to take that many pictures. Place is massive and has two stories. I enjoyed the interactive displays and looking at all of the lego builds of airplanes. We looked at military planes and novice prototypes.
I don't recommend high heels or flip flops unless you have strong feet because there is a lot of walking involved and every direction you can look, there is something to see.
Heather Holden — Google review
Very cool museum with tons to look at. My kids especially enjoyed the space area where you could hold an asteroid and touch the moon. Lots of great planes to look at and some fun exhibits too with lots of video to watch. Place was pretty much empty but could be just that it was New Years eve (shocked they were even open).
Taking off a star though as most of the kids exhibits were broken or out of service - Hot Air Balloon was offline, one of the robot hands lifted but didn't grab and the other grabbed but did not lift, the RC flier exhibit was out of service, the flying simulator joystick was broken. But of course if you don't have kids this is pretty much a non-issue.
Robert Vincent — Google review
I'm rating this not because I visited the amazing EAA Aviation Museum, but because I attended the Oshkosh Celebration of Lights held on EAA grounds, and Google automatically tagged this location. The museum is always 5 stars, but the holiday drive thru was spectacular! Pics from 12-16-23
James Charmelo — Google review
Young Eagles flights!!!!
We went to this aviation museum with a group of friends, and 5 out of the 6 kids got to do the Young Eagles flight experience! The pilot they got to fly with was the gentleman on the Young eagles flyer. He has flown with over 1000 students. Great people 10 out of 10 we will definitely return if we are in the area. They museum also has lots of other things to see and learn about.
Jeremy Tellier — Google review
If you come to Wisconsin you can't miss a visit to this museum. The volunteers are great and there are so many things to see. In summer season they also offer a tour on a 1929 open cockpit biplane
Destination offering a wide selection of slot machines plus a snack bar serving light fare & drinks.
I was lucky enough to have a friend win Packer tickets. The bus was the nicest ever, the suite and the food was the best. Cassie and Todd were just the best ever!!!!
LaDonna Lowery — Google review
Had a enjoyable time. Masks are certainly required anywhere inside of the facility, including the onsite gas station. Otherwise there's not much more to say. I was only there to throw a few bucks in the machine.
Jeffrey Miller — Google review
Recently, I spent about 1 1/2 days visiting the area and casino. I decided to stay overnight. The room cost was $144.50 with a players card. The entire property is beautiful! The rooms are gorgeous. I highly recommend this casino/hotel. The reasons I did not give a 5 star review are free play could have been a bit more generous, discount on food would have been nice and my first room had no hot water.
Diane R — Google review
Nice, clean, and friendly Casino. Variety of slots, decent grill food in the Bar area. Nice to earn reward play, and we always have an enjoyable time. I find Oh Chunk Casinos compared to other Casinos we have have been to, have a better payout on slots. They don't just eat your money up, you get enough winning hits to keep playing. There were so many other Casinos we walked into and leave after an hour or two broke. Live and learn! Now we mainly go to Oh Chunk Casinos, enjoy ourselves, and still walk out with money in our pockets.
Terry L — Google review
We came here as a 2 day get-away and it was a super fun time! Our room was clean, bathroom was nice size and very modern. The only downfall was the pillows, so bring your own for comfort. We had a good experience on the gambling floor. My name was called for the "on the hour" prize giveaway that they were doing. I got to go in the cash box and picked up 209.00 that was put on my players card. Slot machines were good to us and we left with more money than we came with, so that is a win in itself! Had a Friday night fish fry at the restaurant inside the casino and for 20.00 it was a very large amount of food. Highly recommend staying at least one night for a fun time!
Denise S — Google review
Everything about this casino/Hotel was Amazing! We took a spur of the moment trip, got an excellent king standard room, it was clean, comfortable the bathroom was huge! Everything we needed, staff was amazing! We played the slots and had an great time winning! We stayed up way to late lol but had the time of our lives! Thank you Ho Chunk!
malinda Cooper — Google review
Considering 99.9% of casino patrons are either old or crippled, I think it's very rude of Ho-Chunk to offer more parking spaces for their Ho-Chunk tribal members and VIP players than they offer for the elderly and the Handicap patrons. Nothing like dragging my crippled azz across the parking lot so I can go in and lose all my money. Oh I forgot to mention, the payouts on the slot machines are minimal to none.
13 Mucky Muck And Tribal Member Parking Spots, but only 6 Criptinite Parking Spots?
J — Google review
The rooms are beautiful..Casino is awesome..Service couldnt be better..The snack bar( brat n home made potato fries) was very tasty as well as the night dining( lobster alfredo)
sally wheelock — Google review
Beautiful new renovation. Stylish and perfectly designed for comfort and ease. Staff is welcoming, and games are arranged with ample space.
Pookie Rosa — Google review
You can either win big or lose big. You also gotta have the mindset to know that going to a casino you will lose money. Set a limit and if you've played your limit or budget then leave or else you will lose more 😅🤣 Small but enough to keep you busy for a few hours.
PangChee Vang — Google review
Nice place to have a drink, stay in a connected hotel room and play some casino games. There’s sometimes long lines to get a drink at the bar. There’s a gas station close by to fill up the vehicle tank if needed.
Scott Gremler — Google review
Nice & clean casino. Lots of slot machines..I believe 700 to be exact of which in my opinion are all very tight. I've been several times & each time was a loss. They do have high stakes rooms and a few tables. Free refreshments like soda, tea, coffee. Friendly staff, valet parking optional. Otherwise a large parking area. They have a bar, restaurant and onsite hotel. No smoking or vaping period! Next door to the casino is their sister gas station., which is not like any other gas station. I mean it's ordinary however they offer lots of tobacco products, and also some jewelry, knock knack's,and some clothing items, lots of stuff. All tax free. You never know what you'll find.
Justice4you — Google review
Place was decent but as with most of the Ho-Chunk casinos they are very tight in the slots and you will spend a lot of money just for an hour or two of fun. Don't go if you can't afford to lose much because you definitely won't be winning anything,,
susan cobliegh — Google review
Went to the Everclear Concert here. It was very well put thought out and put together. We had an awesome time.
Haley Love — Google review
I love going to this place!! I always enjoy myself even if I don't win! All of the staff and security are always so helpful and friendly & let me tell you the Christmas trees are ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!! Love all of them!! Big big shout out to the decorators!!
Easygoing locale with gardens, natural habitats & a drive-through exhibit of large animals.
Free (donation suggested - helps animals and park) I've had a handful of visits and the park has appeared well maintained and all animals in good health and happy. Perfect for younger kids
Tyler M. — Google review
It’s a pretty small zoo but there are some awesome animals! Usually the bears and cougars are our highlights, but the wolves and foxes were fun too. The fact that it is free is awesome and there’s a nice litter indoor area with some water play as well. Visiting for the lights during the holidays is awesome as well. Navigation here can be a bit confusing but we usually prefer to park at the lot closer to the playground and the bears so we can pair playing on the playground with the zoo visit since it’s a smaller zoo.
Tiffany Andrews — Google review
The setting is nice and the walk ways are easy to navigate.
Everyone that visits should want to donate at least a few dollars, for it was well kept grounds. Altho not many animals to view it takes donations to house more animals and to care for the ones they do have.
tina beranek — Google review
I went there for the Christmas lights they have there this year and it did not disappoint! Tons of light and cool scenery!! The zoo is also a good one during the warm parts of the year
Cody Schultz — Google review
We enjoyed the not-so-planned stop! Animals were still attended too though its late in the Winter season. My kids got a good look at actual wildlife and of course, my toddler said Hiii! to the bears, and my 5 year old had a conversation with the nearby geese. It was a fantastic and well spent time walking through with our little crew.
Josephine ?Josie? Smith — Google review
I love this park! So much life. But why are there so many dead fish laying around by the pond? 😩
Krys Leigh — Google review
This was a great experience, considering this zoo is absolutely free. They don't have a lot of animals, but the ones they do have had wonderful habitats set up for them. The foliage was stunning as well.
Cynthia Melendez — Google review
Very cool zoo, love coming here when ever im passing through marshfield
Trust me I know best — Google review
One of the coolest places for a family to spend a few minutes or a few hours. We loved all of the animals and while their enclosures seem small, all of the animals seemed well tended and cared for, happy and healthy. My spouse and I and our 8 and 10 year old daughters couldn’t get enough of the white fox and the pair of kodiak bears. Be sure to explore this gem at the first chance you get and I’m sure it will swiftly become a staple to your adventures.
Josh Giesey — Google review
Really nice zoo!
I’m always extremely leery of zoos, especially small ones..there are few things I hate more than seeing animals in tiny enclosures and on concrete instead of grass, etc.
The enclosures here are very large and well maintained. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and really well kept. I stayed there for hours :) Nice bonuses of a lovely walk or drive around the herd enclosures and a great picnic area.
Diane R — Google review
My sister and I stopped on a Thursday morning in late September. It was very quiet and some of the cages were empty. I'd like to come back when it's warmer outside. Admission is free, but please donate if you're able. In addition to the walk ways, there is a nice loop you can take in your car to see buffalo, wolves, mountain goats, and an elk with the biggest rack I've every seen. The highlight were the kodiak bear siblings. There are only three kodiak bears in captivity and two of them are at Wildwood. They were fun to watch, playing with and eating pumpkins. I think I've found my spirit animal.
SM F — Google review
We went to the festival of lights. The displays were very nicely set up. We stopped at the owl exhibit just in time to hear them hoot. Then the eagles started singing giving us a wonderful experience. Job well done!
Chaos Water Park is an indoor aquatic playground that features a meandering lazy river, various water slides, and other exciting aquatic activities. Adjacent to the water park is Action City, a massive arcade with trampoline parks and ninja warrior courses. The venue offers plenty of entertainment options for all ages, including a maze course for younger children. Although enjoyable, visitors may find themselves spending significant amounts of money. It is advisable to arrive early on Saturdays to secure seating as tables fill up quickly.
Kids always have fun, adults can relax, there's something for almost anyone, & while it's crowded, we all have a great time! The only concern is those allergic to chlorine, it's heavy concentration in the steamy pool area this time of year. Perfectly safe for those without allergies ❤️
Angela Borgne (UnicornsMom) — Google review
Had a great time (2/26/22). Tables fill up, so gotta get there early if you want to get a table or lounge chair on Saturdays. Pizza looked good(prob. tasted good too. I didn't order). Water was warm, which felt so good right now in the winter.
Art B — Google review
Kids had fun! We just came for the afternoon/evening swim. Seemed a bit pricey for the shorter time frame at $37.50 per person. I can understand that price for an entire day, but for the evening seems a bit stiff.
Not much change since the last time we came 6-7 years ago. Some of the water areas are starting to show their age.
Older Kids liked the slides & Lilly pads, little kids liked the water bucket and water playground!
The chlorine smell at the top of the big slides was strong and made the kids cough. Could use some better ventilation.
Overall we had fun and staff was fairly friendly!
aaron adams — Google review
Great place for kids... (nothing for adults) except the extra cost to allow them to experience the whole amount of activities which becomes seriously expensive. whether u book a room or not!
Yes, free access to the.(small) water park) if u book a room!
Yes, all staff were VERY PLEASANT and accommodating!
My only advice to future clientel...is to make sure u have PLENTY of money to fork out per child!!
Donna Treadway — Google review
Basically this contains a kiddie splash area, a lazy river, and 2 water slides. Overall it felt unhygienic in the locker rooms and stifling hot. Everything is so loud, you can’t hear yourself think or talk to your kids. Pluses: staff is nice, they serve beer.
Lindsay Lien — Google review
We spent $147 for 4 adults and 2 kids under 2, and then more if you want to eat while you’re there of course. This would have been fine if the waterpark had more to offer but we got bored after an hour due to there not being much to do for the little ones. The kids did enjoy the little waterslide and the water was very warm compared to some places you go making it enjoyable. Truly though, the place is disgusting. The water table has slime on it, the tables and chairs have slime on them, the locker rooms are absolutely unexceptable. Wet towels and garbage scattered around, feces on the stalls and toilet seats, wet toilet paper, the smell is atrocious. We went on a Sunday afternoon so it wasn’t very busy but would recommend just going to the other side where the arcade and jump park is, way more fun!
Haddie Damp — Google review
It's okay, no real comfort in the rooms. Gray walls and no art and very cheap beds. The water park and arcade were fun for the kids, but the restaurant food wasn't to our liking. Very friendly staff, so that was nice.
Billy — Google review
There was a lot of different things you can do, The hotel and water park there is action city connected to the building which is a big arcade with a lot of games....it feels like an amusement park, with trampoline park ninja warrior course then an maze course for the little ones. It's truly a good time but spent Waaay to much Money🥺
Gabrielle Dailey — Google review
This is our second time and it was even better this time. You see people from all.over which can be a shock to some, but we didn't have much incident. Most people were friendly and nice. The staff, was incredible to us. We were a large group and we stayed a couple of days and I felt the customer service was nice. The young peole really seemed like they wanted to work and not just hang out and ignore you. We had a problem with our all day jumping pass and they were quick to work it out for us. The young lady with the fancy spiky hair was so incredible to us. Also the gentleman running the go-karts. They were interactive and quick with problems with the spin outs. There was a gentleman with curly hair and glasses, I think, that helped us tremendously at the lazer tag. He made sure we could all go as a family. We had a blast. We were able to enjoy ourselves in a decent suite and bunkbed rooms and they were clean and neat. The outside of the suite was incredible. All we had to do is pull the car to the back and unload and upload. That was amazing. The only thing I didnt know is that pets are allowed. We have 2 people allergic to dogs and some dogs were huge. The check in was a little late. Not till 4pm, but at least we could swim. We didn't have any problems. Swim area was great and lifeguards very careful and helpful. We are already planning next years trip if we can wait.
JustJune_ Pierce — Google review
It's so sad and disappointing how expensive this place is.
I took off of work 2 months ago to take my water loving baby here for her first time for toddler swim.
I took off to go for MY Birthday Because I love seeing my baby happy.
Only to find out it's the only day they aren't doing toddler swim.
How is $35 affordable to just sit in the baby area?
I've been looking forward to this day for so so long.
Allyson Frederick — Google review
Our stay at the attached hotel included passes to the water park so we spent an afternoon in the whirlpool hot tub here to relax. It was not crowded so we only had occasional interruptions from cannonballing small children, who are not technically allowed to be in the hot tub unsupervised.
The signage is amusing, so be sure to read all the rules.
There is a locker room/ bathroom for those not staying at the motel.
Food is kid oriented with pizza, chips and candy as the main fare. We didn't order anything.
The drinks were expensive and mostly limited to what comes in a can because glass is not allowed near the pool. The offerings included a couple beers, hard lemonade, hard iced tea, and hard seltzer all at $10/can.
The room rental came with up to six guest passes to Chaos water park, which can still be used the following day after you check out. We spent the afternoon enjoying the larger whirlpool hot tub which was pretty good except too far from the bar.. I got out a few times to cool off in the lazy river. Luckily it was not crowded the day we were there.
They offer a seasonal pass although I didn't check the details. There were several kids' birthday parties going on and cabanas which could be reserved for parties, and one large separate room that could be reserved.
Lynn Flickinger — Google review
Had a great time with the kiddos. Water was warm and clean. Multiple life guards on duty. We ordered a pepperoni pizza, which was AMAZING! We will definitely be back.
Leigha and Nate Larson — Google review
Waterpark was very cool. Huge slides for tubes. Staff very helpful. Could order food to poolside, or order food and drinks pool side. Had mini golf and pool options outside that looked pretty good, but it was December when we went.
Paul Mashak — Google review
Very enjoyable waterpark. We brought our 2 yr old son, and he loved it. The water was nice and warm and the place was clean.
Fishing Jimmy — Google review
I really enjoyed this waterpark! It is located inside the Metropolis Hotel in Eau Claire. It's a great waterpark to go to throughout the year since it's located inside. It is perfect for young kids and has several different areas for different ages. It has a smaller play area for the younger kids, a lazy river, a bigger/slightly deeper area for the older kids with a basketball hoop and 2 slides for the bigger kids/adults. It also has tables and chairs everywhere so there's always a place to sit and set your stuff down. There is also a place called Monkey in the Middle Express (pizza) that's located inside the waterpark area so you don't have to leave to get food or drinks if you don't want to. Very pleased with our stay and can't wait to go back and enjoy this waterpark again with our kids!!
Shawna Decker — Google review
Pretty fun, good place to spend New Year's Day, wasn't too crowded. A bit pricey but my 5 yr old had a great time.
David Foucault — Google review
Fun times. Thankful they have half off deals after 6pm.
Carson Park is a peaceful and picturesque park that boasts a historic baseball stadium, a charming kiddie train ride, and an interesting local museum. It also features beautiful trails that offer scenic views of the river and a large playground with numerous engaging activities for kids. The park has plenty of benches, pavilions, and trees that create a warm atmosphere perfect for short walks or spending time with family.
The trails are very nice, one area overlooks the river. The playground is big and has plenty of activities for kids. There is also a large field with a few pavilions scattered through, lots of benches, and several trees that make the park feel really cozy.
This is a spot i like to go for short walks and to take my kids to play.
Tank Girl — Google review
Beautiful park to drive through and or bike / walk through.. Great location on having a grill out and or having a picnic of whatever you decide to bring along.!
Many beautiful spots to pullover to sit as you enjoy the beauty of mother nature as you read a good book. Plenty of outside benches throughout the park to also sit at... Overall it's just a beautiful place to relax at as you get your mind off from the stress of life...! 🌳🌳🌳
J — Google review
We love going to Carson park! There is so much to do there. Sunday afternoons during the summer we love the train rides! Cooler summer days we love the playground! It’s great fun for my 2 and 3 year old. We’ve also loved fishing at half moon lake.
Heidi Perkins — Google review
Very nice park that has been around for a long time. It has a number of baseball and softball fields as well as walking or biking paths and roads to drive on. It is very scenic with little Half Moon Lake and the Eau Claire river close by.
Nathanael Mayhew — Google review
Went down to Carson on a warm October Sunday while the leaves were at their most vibrant stage. I went to lay in a hammock to catch up on some things for work and it was very relaxing .It was nice to so so many people our walking the trails, jogging, kayaking, fishing, celebrating with family and friends or just sitting and enjoying their lunch.
Heather Lanier — Google review
This park has more stuff than I could possibly list: museum, baseball park, railroad track, lake, and the list goes on and on.
Days of fun to be had here and easy to access on foot, bike, or by car. As long as there ain’t some major event you’ll always find adequate parking.
Will — Google review
There is lots to do here, many options for different developmental stages and inclusivity. My kids really like the story walk that the library has here too. The only problem with this park is that it is pretty large so it can be hard to keep track of kids since it tends to be busy here. Also, be aware that if it's a really sunny day the play ground can get super hot because of the black crumb rubber on part of the play ground.
Leah Ude — Google review
Definitely among my top 3 favorite city parks that I've ever been to. While the open areas and kids' playground section are quite nice, what I like most about Carson Park is that there's also a ton of lakeside pathways and patches of woods to explore! And let's not forget about all of the wildlife as well!
Schuyler Alf — Google review
Excellent park! Sadly, it took the parks department a very long time to open up the main road, so people couldn’t enjoy the entire park until 100% of the snow was melted, when they easily could’ve made one pass with a plow and opened up the road weeks earlier. Additionally, a majority of the trash bins, and porta potties are in the middle of the park, which makes it incredibly inconvenient for dog owners who pick up their dogs droppings and carry transport them to the nearest trash can. Litter is a problem at Carson Park, I’ve picked up several bags this spring, but feel that it’s the fault of the city for poor distribution of trash cans. Very important to consider the visitors’ experience rather than the ease and convenience of city workers (I’ve worked for a public works park department and it would maybe take one person an hour to change bags once a week). Great park overall.
Jordyn Schraeder — Google review
Great place to have a picnic or to go for a bike ride or a walk. They have a couple play grounds for kids to play on and multiple different spots for fishing. There is also a couple places around where you can go kayaking. The eau claire baseball stadium is also here, they have many games during spring and they are quite cheap to get into. Overall I would highly reccomend going here for a good time. 👍
sci_ith — Google review
The park that has it all! Museums, baseball, and hiking. Great place for a family adventure!
Steve Schwarz — Google review
Women come to the park dressed to impress when it's cold while there kids don't wear jackets hats or gloves. Seen a little girl playing outside with no jacket,hat, or socks or shoes and she was like two. While her mom wore timberlands had on a nice jacket hat and gloves. Made me feel so bad for that kid
Anna Roby — Google review
Eau Claire is very lucky to have such a beautiful and historic venue to watch a baseball game at. Personally I enjoy the Fan Deck and its all you can eat features. But no matter where you sit it's like a time machine for baseball lovers.
Joshua Jay — Google review
Carson Park is one of my favorite parks to visit, especially in the fall. They're such beautiful scenery and wonderfully maintained walking trails and park grounds. Take a little visit today. It's worth it. Take a break out of your day and smell the fresh air and enjoy nature at its finest. One of Eau Claire's treasures, and it's so easy to get to. There's also opportunities to enjoy Moon Lake as well. It will definitely add a positive to your day!
Rochelle Matty (BAS llc) — Google review
Very beautiful, well-kept park. Lots of parking.
Courtney Smith — Google review
Love this park. Great connections to the trails and nice loop around the road for running/walking. Pretty trees and nice museum
Charlie Schafer — Google review
Cute park , big playground . Not much for little -little kids geared mostly for kinder and above . We went on a Sunday late afternoon it was busy but the kids got to experience the whole thing . Beautiful scenery and trails .
Villa Bellezza is an absolutely incredible wedding venue! I LOVE photographing there! The ceremony site is large and makes for epic photos. The vineyard is stunning and conveniently located right next to where couples get ready. The staff is friendly and helpful! If you are looking for an Italy feeling wedding without leaving the Wisconsin/Minnesota area, I couldn't recommend Villa Bellezza more highly!!
Shane Long Photography — Google review
It's Christmas Market season Saturdays & Sundays in November and December! There's a nice little selection of vendors in the piazza and Great Hall, plus an extra food station in the Great Hall. Il Forno is also open for sit-down meals, but definitely make a reservation.
Absolutely stunning location with delicious food and friendly, knowledgeable service. This is as close to Tuscany as you can get in the Midwest. The food was mouthwatering, authentic Italian served indoors or on the large courtyard patio. The wine tasting room is a very fun experience, 4 wines for $5 - you choose 3, and the sommelier chooses the 4th. Ask about the unique process for making ice wine! While this is high quality wine for the Midwest, it is not on par with Italian wine by any stretch of the imagination. There were some wines we enjoyed and ended up buying by the bottle, but others were just too acidic for our taste. Still, we definitely plan to be back. It's well worth a visit, and would also be a phenomenal location for special events. The property is rapidly expanding with several smaller buildings currently under construction.
M. S. — Google review
Staff and wine are great. The food though is terrible. Easily the worst pizza I've ever had. The crust was terrible. The cheese was mediocre and the toppings were sparse. It was also sitting in a puddle of grease. The meat and cheese board was terribly balanced with poor cheese choices though the meat was good. I'll be back for the wine but won't be getting any food.
Will Jenkins — Google review
I love working with Villa Bellezza Winery as a wedding vendor! They have been a dream to collaborate with. From the beginning, their team was incredibly accommodating and went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect for the couple's special day. The venue is breathtaking, with stunning views and a charming atmosphere that adds a touch of romance. The staff is friendly, professional, and always willing to lend a helping hand. Working with Villa Bellezza Winery has been an absolute pleasure. I cannot recommend them enough to fellow wedding vendors or couples looking for a magical venue for their special day.
Weve Got It Covered Info — Google review
Phenomenal spot! First wines I've had from the Midwest area that I found to be highly drinkable. Love La Crescent and Cotes de Pepin(amongst others).
The details that went into the piazza were extensive. The tastings are a good time with healthy pours, and the food is great too...we had the cheese plate (highly recommend), 2 pizzas, a panini, and a salad over two separate visits. All tasty! Great spot, makes you feel like you're on a mini vacation!
Lamar Nygaard — Google review
Villa Bellezza is a perfect example of a beautiful, unique and wonderful spot to check out in Western Wisconsin. I'd heard about it for a while and finally made my way there - and so glad I did. The buildings and grounds are immaculate. They almost transport you from Wisconsin. The wine was perfectly flavorful and delicious. I ordered the garlic chicken pizza; and although I loved it, I have a feeling any food you order from here would be amazing. In the outer court I saw countless tables of couples, family and girls days, even a wedding- and I think this is a perfect spot for all of them.
Joshua Jay — Google review
It's almost like being in Tuscany! Great ambience and good wines. This would be an excellent wedding venue. A must-see winery.
John Stroebel — Google review
We ordered the Marquette ‘20 and the St. Pepin ‘21. The Marquette ‘20 was a medium-body dry red wine. It had berry aromas and flavors with roasted hazelnut as well as being lightly oaked. The St. Pepin ‘21 was a medium body dry white wine. It had a bold nose of citrus and peach.
Dario Araya — Google review
This was the first time at Bellezza Winery and I have to say it is absolutely beautiful! The grounds, buildings, tasting room, outdoor space all are the best I have visited! This is a true hidden gem in Wisconsin and worth the serve to come visit. The wines were very good and I would recommend doing a tasting so you are familiar with the wines as they are hard to decifer by just the names. The food was good, we tried the wood fired pizza and I enjoyed them, but I was expecting a more airy crust that you get from good homemade proofed dough that has structure, the edges where flat and hard, but still flavorful and enjoyed the fennel sausage. The bagit bread was wonderful and moreover what I expected and the cream cheese and honey spread was great. This winery did feel like your in a little Italy and will look forward to another visit.
Kevin Dean — Google review
I've been wanting to try this place out for a while now. The building is huge! And they have tons of parking and ev chargers even!
You order your food at the window (outside because it was nice out) and they give you a number and bring your food to the table when it is ready.
There was seating inside and outside
There are heaters outside as well.
The bathroom was really clean. The staff is friendly. There is a wine tasting room that I didn't really explore much in.
I was really excited about the pizza but was sadly disappointed. Honestly I was kind of sad because I wanted to like this place a lot.
My pizza came out somewhat burnt. But there wasn't much flavor in either of them.
Overall the building is really cool and would be a really neat place for an event.
Stinky Moe — Google review
Beautiful Italian style winery in the St. Croix river valley. Very welcoming staff compliment the delicious flatbread, meat and cheese plate, and delicious wines made on site! Very beautiful and scenic area!
Joel Collette — Google review
We went to see the Christmas Market. Friendly place with friendly people! Had mulled wine that warmed us up. Tried their young wine, that was delicious. Met Cammie the alpaca. We will go back in warmer weather for sure! Highly recommend to check it out!
Rozalia Hoffinger — Google review
We sat outdoors and ordered chicken Alfredo and lasagna, and margarita pizza.
Beautiful place with beautiful, tasty food and wine!
Andrea Solly — Google review
We treated ourselves to Villa Bellezza Winery in Wisconsin. The Rigatoni was so delicious! And the beet salad yummy. Both of their wines were smooth and tasty. The grounds are gorgeous and here is a peek at their vines.
Sharon Hanson — Google review
We came here to celebrate my dad and step moms wedding (pre-wedding dinner) and the food was amazing, staff was so friendly and absolutely loved the environment! Great vibes for sure!
Andru Voss — Google review
Perfect relaxing day! Pasta was amazing. Wine was perfect. Didn’t enjoy as much the chicken pizza. Will try another one next time.
Tina L — Google review
Love this place as a wedding venue! Photographed Shelby + Jason’s wedding day here and love the variety of outdoor to indoor spaces that feel like a little Italy in WI!
The vineyards, fountain and the views from the reception balcony have my heart! Great staff and great night!
Definitely recommend and don’t miss out of downtown Pepin if you get a chance!
Gina Zeidler Photography — Google review
Came here during the winter market, grounds had a few dozen maker shops - jewelry, gifts, food, wine and wine tasting.
Personally I was there for the food, chilled white wine and then warm mulled wine. We had pizzas in the restaurant, and took some tiramisu and holiday chocolates to go.
Had a great time and everything was delicious, even took home a souvenir glass mug with the mulled wine.
Will be back in the summer
Hank Zane — Google review
Amazing atmosphere and beautiful buildings. Makes you really feel like you are somewhere else in the world. The food and the restaurant was just okay. For some reason they were "out" of a lot of the items on the menu. Even our initial alternative choices we were told they were out of also... The rigatoni was quite good but the lasagna was actually cool in the center, probably just reheated but not enough. Aside from the food, it was a real cool place to visit for the scenery and wines.
Richard Tiev — Google review
We were a group of 4 who came here for wine tasting and lunch. At 5 usd we got to pick 3 wines and their wine of the day also came included in addition to the 3 wines. We liked the tasting - quick, no frills but good selection. We went ahead and ordered a bottle along with our lunch in the patio. We got a tavalo red bottle, 2 pizza, one pasta and a cheese board. One small gripe was that most of their pasta choices weren’t available and they had no vegetarian pasta option available despite listing on their menu. The have plenty of EV chargers and offer EV charging for free which is incredible. Close to 15 EVs ( maybe more) can charge simultaneously.
This is a great place to visit with your family. The cave tour takes about an hour and is very informative. The cave itself is beautiful and diverse with easy walkways for all abled ages. There's also a nature trail with a lot of interesting plaques, a human sundial, and a fun fossil themed mini golf course. The whole family loved the experience and wants to to back again.
Nate Jurgens — Google review
I have been to numerous caves around the country and even internationally. Crystal Cave was probably one of the most underwhelming of the caves that I have visited.
The price for admission was not worth the experience. (Over $50 for me and my 2 daughters)
The tour was less than an hour. The guide really knew very little about the cave except for what was on the script. The entire tour was overly scripted with no natural flow… and really not fun.
The cave is incredible, but does not have any really amazing formations. However, this was my youngest daughter’s first cave experience and she loved it.
The grounds are beautiful and well kept. There is a mini-putt golf course that we didn’t even consider after paying for admission.
Had the tour been more natural and fun rather than scripted and clearly rehearsed to sound that way, I may have gone up a star or two. But between that and the price, I couldn’t go any higher on stars.
Doug Shaw — Google review
This was a wonderful experience! What an amazing hour we spent seven stories underground learning about the cave and its formation. Our guides were fun and answered all of our questions, and there are many interesting formations and rock types to see. The lighting really added to the experience and highlighted the stalactites and flowstone formations. We were also excited to see a sleeping bat!
We saw deer and a heron on the property and learned they have their own sugarbush for maple syrup production. We only toured the caves but the gift shop, panning for semiprecious stones, and mini golf would make for a fun family day. We had lunch in town which was also wonderful.
Billie Callahan — Google review
The cave tour was really interesting the guide did a really great job Explaining everything. You do need to call ahead and make an appointment for your tour. The group was not to big.It was a fairly easy walk I believe anyone can do it. The temperature is not too bad, I just wore a sweater and that was fine. They also have a miniature golf course on site and a beautiful souvenir store where you can buy all kinds of rocks, geodes, Fossils and other things.
Marion St. John — Google review
Great experience. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the cave and its history. I highly recommend visiting this place. The cave is beautiful and it's great for any age. The gift shop has many beautiful things you can buy some expensive and some not so expensive. The mini golf is awesome. Me, my wife, son and daughter had a great time playing it after the end of our cave tour. The gift shop and restrooms are clean and I think the price of admission to the cave and mini golf is very reasonable.
jose gamhdez — Google review
The caves are neat, and the grounds are gorgeous. I knocked a star off for our tour guide. He was young and could've been new, but he had a tough time reading the room. He barely spoke up when someone's child was sitting where you don't touch. I heard him since I was standing next to him, my head turned, and the mom in me barked for that kid to get off and don't touch!
The young guy that did our tour at Niagara was fabulous, so it's not just about age.
Rene Modesitt — Google review
Today's Adventure was at the Crystal Caves in Wisconsin! The Location is very well organized. Main gift shop & entrance. Tons of areas to sit for picnic, Gem panning, plus their very own dinosaur miniature golf!
I am happy to say I enjoyed the full experience. I even purchased a rock that they split open and was able to film and help in the process. If you want a family fun adventure this is the place to go! The tour prices, miniature golf, gem pinning, post cards and t-shirts are all reasonably priced. The rocks in the store are all certified as legit. They have a variety of snacks and drinks avail as needed. All the staff are very friendly and knowledgeable they regularly welcome any questions you might have. On the grounds they several paths to explore.
Today's adventure was a huge success!
Jim — Google review
A fantastic place to visit for any age. If you enjoy nature tours, this comes highly recommended. It has been about 25 years since I last visited, and it didn't disappoint bringing my 9 year old this time around. The drive to here can be worth it in of itself, many small towns surrounding Crystal Cave with plenty of beautiful scenery.
The mini golf course is another activity I would recommend weather permitting.
Joshua Hays — Google review
We had a wonderful trip to Crystal Caves on a Sunday. It was not overly crowded. We booked our tickets online a few weeks before and had no trouble checking in at the visitor center. The gift shop was amazing and I need to go back to add some stones to my collection. The cave tour was about an hour long which was perfect for the young kids we had with us. The temperature was fairly cool in the caves so I would suggest making sure everyone has sweatshirts with them. The cost was fairly reasonable - approximately $85 for two adults and two kids. There were several picnic tables scattered throughout the grounds so we made use of them for a little picnic. Parking was not a problem. I would come back with people visiting from out of town. It was worth the drive down from the Twin Cities.
Margaret Roslik — Google review
We went here as a team group from work and had a great time! I remember coming as a kid with school and maybe a couple other times as a young adult, but was really impressed this time with how really beautiful and well-kept the grounds were. There was really nice rest/picnic areas, super clean/modern restroom facilities and a wonderful gift shop with all sorts of interesting good finds. Our cave guide Katie was the best. She was knowledgeable, fun and entertaining. Highly recommend!
Martha Bydzovsky — Google review
We had a wonderful time here with our family! We took a 11:20am tour and it wasn’t as busy. All the staff was friendly and helpful. Our tour guide, Teddy, was great! I recommend wearing sweaters for the cave tour as it is chilly down there, especially for the kids. We also did the “Mother Load” gem & fossil panning and our 6 & 2 year old kids enjoyed it a lot! Highly recommend bringing your own lunch and enjoying the picnic tables in the shade. The landscape is lovely and all the facilities are clean and well-maintained.
Diana Pavlyuk — Google review
Was truly a great experience. We learned a lot through the tour guide. She was extremely knowledgeable and answered all questions that were asked.
A great adventure for any age.
We will mark this one as a top road trip stop.
tina beranek — Google review
Our family of 6 enjoyed our visit here. Our tour guide, Laura, was very friendly and funny. Our hour of walking was insightful and interesting. There was lots to see and plenty of time to take in our surroundings. Our youngest (5) was able to complete the guide with minimal assistance from either me or my husband. I suggest bringing a jacket as the cave is 50 degrees Fahrenheit. There was no crawling or squeezing through passages, as my kids had highly anticipated.
Sarah Her — Google review
We stopped by here on a whim to kill time before the Cheese Curd Festival in Ellsworth and it was the BEST decision! The cave and grounds were amazing. I highly recommend spending a half day here walking the trails, playing mini golf and touring the cave. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly.
Jill Stanley — Google review
This place was a lot of fun! The guide was super friendly and nice to the kids. She made the tour far more enjoyable with her enthusiasm about everything and the great answers to silly kid questions! The prospecting was very fun for the kids as well. The little fossils and gems really made their day after the hike in the cave! The Tee-Rex putt putt was very enjoyable also! My kids have already asked to go back soon!
Chain retailer offering a traditional collection of handcrafted leather boots for work & recreation.
Loved seeing the worlds largest boot. It has a cute self guided tour. That was fun. I love to see the history of things and see how items are made. If you do too, check out this store. I did treat myself to fun little item to take home to remember this visit as well.
Kari S. — Google review
I recently visited the Red Wing Shoe Store and Museum and it was an incredible experience! The highlight was seeing the world's largest boot, a unique and impressive sight. The museum exhibit on the second floor offered an insightful look into the history and craftsmanship of Red Wing Shoes. I was also thrilled to find the outlet store on the lower level, where items were marked 30-70% off. Although the selection was more skewed towards men's items, which was a bit disappointing as a female shopper, I understand that their products are often marketed more towards men. Overall, it was a delightful and educational visit, and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in unique attractions and great deals on quality footwear.
Sarah Mathre — Google review
We were dropping off some boots that needed to be have new soles put on (my husband loves his work boot). We decided to shop their outlet downstairs, and we both left with a new pair of boots at about 40% off normal retail. The staff was helpful in measuring our feet to ensure we got the right size and width. We also each decided to try a pair of their lifetime warranty socks, but it may take a while for us to know how well they last.
Sharon Tolva — Google review
The museum and shop for Red Wing shoes was a lot of fun. It was very interesting to see the history behind these legendary shoes. We had a great time.
charlie VAIL — Google review
A really cool story to visit! They have a little shoe museum along with lots of stuff to see. A very unique store and has great historical significance to the area! Parking along the street is also not too terrible to find.
Glen Morris — Google review
Came in to shop,see the big shoe, and was surprised to see they had a whole series of nice displays set up upstairs. Very cool.
Christine Ellingson — Google review
I was here to see the World's Largest Boot which would be a size 638 1/2 D and was created to celebrate the company's 100th birthday. It took the hides of 80 cows and is over 20 feet tall. Forget wearing it - you could put a basketball team inside!
As well as the boot, there is a complete show store and the Red Wing Shoes museum that is well worth your time. I found it interesting and yes, the boots that are for sale are rather expensive. Extremely high quality and high quality isn't cheap.
Bruce K. — Google review
Do people work here lol? I think I saw one employee. We wanted to buy some boots but ended up leaving. I know everywhere is low on employees but usually there's a sign stating that or something.
Love the big boot and the nice little museum upstairs though. I wish the Wall of Honor screen was working. Would have loved to hear the stories of the men up there.
Katie A — Google review
Bought my boots but insoles went very bad on 3 weeks. I had to visit you guys again for scan my feet and get the perfect insoles for me. Thanks for amazing service.
Saul RG — Google review
Stopped by today after visiting one of the Red Wing Shoe factories for a tour! Really enjoyed seeing the giant boot and came home with a super cute pair of pink boots from the downstairs outlet. Thank you to my sales associate Herman who was the best and helped me pick the right size and boot care products to make sure I keep them in wonderful shape for the years to come.
Minette Saulog — Google review
Always wanted to go there and travelled all the way from U.K. to visit this store. Huge varieties and the store is very spacious. Other nostalgia like banners and socks and gloves can be found here including apparels. Downstairs in the basement is where you really get good deals, nearly all boots which you find in your local red wing shop you can find here, not all but a lot of them and various sizes. Was dealt by a lovely lady at the counter who was shocked that I came all the way from England. 1st floor/2nd floor(US) is where the museum is which tells you where it all started and who owns the company and what were the shoes originally used for. Overall great visit.
Vikram Singh — Google review
Red Wing Shoes are living off their name. These boots are 7 months old and already falling apart. This culture of cutting corners and charging consumers premium prices will come back to bite you someday. After 27 years I'm done with Red Wing Shoes.
Modern rooms in a Caribbean-themed casino resort with a golf course, bowling alley & indoor pool.
Top notch service as always! Very friendly and helpful staff! Our kids had such a great time at the kids quest that even after 2 hours they really didn't want to leave! Was sad to see the beverage stations gone, but relived to find out complimentary pop was still offered at the bar. Also noticed employees walking around taking drink requests. I think these were smart ideas. We had a great time on the machines! Wish we could've stayed longer :) can't wait to return! We did miss the buffet, but I thought I saw it was opening again soon?
Joanna Mayer — Google review
I don't think we will ever go back here. The only thing that is decent is the bowling alley.
We went there to the casino on a mini road trip. Decided to try our luck. We get there, no parking, no events going on, valet is full. Etc. After we do finally find a spot after waiting, we find that almost every machine is full to the max. Decided to try and find a drink station. The drink stations are now machines that you have to pay for, they are no longer free and self serve. . We lost money in the machine because it did not dispense our drinks.
For the machines for themselves gave nothing. Did not get one bonus screen, cashed out 4 cent winnings. Pretty tight in a area full of people that need to make money.
We go to Grand Casino and their Casino is up to par. Bonus screens, you can sit there for hours and still break even at least. It's fun, clean and the service is much better.
F. R. — Google review
Went for a concert. Their event center does not have a bad seat in the house! It's a Great venue :-) we stayed in the Buffalo Tower and it was pretty good. We got food from Currents and Trade winds. Both were good. Our server at currents told us that they were very short staffed. We did have a bit of a wait but she was very pleasant. Overall good experience
Nick Gilles — Google review
Mark who drives the electric car around and picks people up and drives them back to the car was the absolute best driver and guy you could have doing a job like that he was extremely entertaining and had the most welcoming attitude and smile he made our group feel as if we were getting the VIP experience we are not big gamblers but we will definitely be back again and hopefully mark is working he made our trip a blast. Also the guy that works at the bowling alley section was super cool and helpful to us as well we are planning another visit based on the way he treated us while we visited.
D Hampton — Google review
Treasure Island (T.I.) is always fun to go to. It is children friendly with its bowling, arcade, and swimming. I give the rooms a 4 only because last time I was there some rooms are updated and others are old. If T.I. has updated all their rooms then I give 5 starts. Depending on who I have interacted with I usually get great service, but there's always a chance I get the person in a mood. The location is a little far from the Twin Cities area and you have to take city roads to get there.
I prefer mystic lake because it seems the slots are looser there, but I have won at T.I. just not as much as Mystic Lake. I would recommend going there if you're in the area.
dollface187 — Google review
Check-in staff friendly and accommodating even with a long line. Worked effectively and all appeared friendly. We were in the Wolf Tower and had a great room. Modern, spacious, comfortable bed, lots of pillows, chair, bench, refrigerator, safe, nice bathroom/shower. Used the pool area, adults only area, hot tub, swim up bar and outside area. Friendly and attentive bartenders. Casino is smoke free and has usual variety. Live music was nice. They now have vending machines everywhere so not sure if you can still get free pop, watet, coffee like you used to. The one place they consistently fall short is food options. Very limited options, slow service and just all around disappointing. Otherwise good overall trip
Chris Schmitt — Google review
I was really pleased with this property especially after reading all the bad reviews. This casino is worthy of any Vegas hotel! The staff was super friendly, the rooms (we stayed in the new addition) were very nice, everything was very upscale. Tons of slots! Lots to do! Prices are reasonable $5.00 for a Miller Lite. We will definitely be back.
Jeffrey Storer — Google review
The hotel room was in the Buffalo tower. It is quite dated. There were no outlets near the bedside table to hook up phone charge. The only ones we could find were across the room or on the bathroom! The water after the shower would not completely shut off. We were thankful for the shuttle and the driver was very nice! We ate in one of the restaurants and it was OK. It's on a Saturday night so things were backed up. We had fun playing black jack!
joanne zupanc — Google review
Worst casino ever. They have become extra greedy over the past 6 months. Nothing but lying and cheating and stealing our hard earned money.
This place takes your money offering very little in return. Not even a little fun while you lose! Every machine every time is nothing more than dead spins and empty bonuses on repeat!
Not too long ago, Treasure Island was actually an okay place to gamble, we actually prefered it over other casinos in Minnesota and Wisconsin, but not anymore.
We keep coming back hoping this time will be different and better, but unfortunately every visit ends up being worse than the one before!
They have replaced fun and fair gaming with stealing and cheating fueled by their overwhelming level of pure greed.
Because of this they are quickly losing their once loyal customer base.
From 12.15.2023 thru 4.8.2024 we (husband and I) have lost approximately $22,000 (see some of the detailed examples below)
They are intentionally stealing from me and the hundreds of others that walk through their doors on a daily basis.
Seriously people we all need to STOP GAMBLING AT TREASURE ISLAND!
If we don’t come, they have no one to steal from and if they can’t steal from us, they will be the ones losing.
Maybe when they are the ones losing they will finally realize that greed is bad for business
Best of luck to you all
Izzy — Google review
My god they had games I've never seen before. The food was especially good and the people there truly want your time to be enjoyable. Kids quest was fun for my kid. She had a wonderful time said the Mac and cheese was delicious. Parking was easy and not complicated. You have to smoke outside but it was well worth the trip. Bingo slots resort kids quest or babysitters table games and a really nice hotel. Thier promotions were way better than other places I been to and guest services was not only helpful but all around good people. Our time was relaxing and fun I will be coming back to treasure island resort and casino!!!
T J — Google review
The hotel was nice, good band was playing and most of the staff was really nice. Was at the arcade and the server went down and they wouldn't refund my money or the other three people I was with so just wasted $40, told me that the money stays on the card for ever but I don’t live close at all and didn’t want to come back in general. The lady at the arcade was kind of rude towards us when I asked if she could help us.
Rose Suess — Google review
For me, it's a relatively close by casino. But by and large, it contains a plethora of cheaply realized slot machines, that aren't cheap to bet on... While it makes for a way to burn a few hundred dollars and an afternoon, it's more of a beating than enjoyable. Payouts are small and infrequent. Not enough to maintain interest or actually have fun...
And, it's quite common to see two identical machines with completely different minimum bets available. One id played was 30 cents. It's 100% identical twin say next to it, but its minimum better was 45 cents.
It's clean... And usually quite busy... But the shine the place used to have, seems gone - replaced instead with the unvarnished greed of money making.
Greg Gielda — Google review
Went there for concert. Didn't stay in a room so I couldn't give it a rating. Parking was fine but leaving was horrible. Took almost an hour to leave the area and this was two hours after the concert. The casino is great. Lots of table games and slots. Poker room has 7 tables and played 3-6 kill and 2-100 spread with no cap. I enjoyed the room. Only downside was couple dealers seemed to be beginners and no fountains for drinks for pop/coffee. Had to ask waitress or bar.
Daniel Hopson (Hoppy75) — Google review
We used to come here regularly years ago and go to the seafood night at the buffet. Now that it finally reopened after the pandemic, we were really looking forward to coming back. Unfortunately the new reservation/waitlist system is a borderline scam likely designed to get walk ins to gamble for hours on the off chance of getting in. We had this happen to our group and ended up leaving without getting in to the buffet. The best part is the casino wasn’t nearly as busy as it used to be and from talking to the staff it sounds like a good portion of the reservations are no shows and there are tons of empty tables. Definitely won’t be back.
Ryan Hagge — Google review
This is a very nice hotel and casino near Redwing, MN. They have a large gaming area, I honestly find the layout a bit confusing after several visits. They have a wide variety of modern slots, classic penny slots, a large table gaming area, as well as a bingo annex. The casino is non-smoking however there is a nice large smoking area with its own bar, so you could easily be in there the whole time. One of the biggest drawbacks in my opinion is the lack of free refreshments. There are Pepsi machines all over where you can purchase a $3 bottle and there are bars stocked with various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. There is a buffet and several eating establishments right off the gaming floor but honestly I don't know anything about any of that. If you're new, as I recently was, it would probably help to have a friend go with who knows the ropes. Their new member promotion included a spin on a wheel if you could accumulate 10 points. I was surprised to find out it cost several dollars for each point. It ends up costing like 11 dollars and then I only won $8 free play on the wheel. Having pointed out the opportunities, I have gone 4 times and won $100, lost $10, and came up even twice. Staff has been friendly except for one unusual experience with a somewhat hostile bartender - apparently standing at the bar and ordering a drink might be a trigger for some, you're supposed to order from the little corral bars thing. Overall a good casino, I will definitely go back.
Michael Walgren — Google review
some of the employees were quite rude, They have a lot of stupid rules. If you get one of their scooters you cannot have any alcohol. they only allow only drink at a time. So you have to completely finish one before they'll give you another.
The rooms are very nice and I love the pool area. I don't like that. The pool doesn't open till four in the afternoon and closes at ten. They do have good promotions.
KAREN SWANSON — Google review
Nice, smaller casino. Has a lot to offer. Bowling, pool, spa, buffet, golf, and entertainment. When you get the players card, you receive some great promotions. Also, come on your birthday month and receive more promotions like $1 off every year you were born from your hotel room. They have tables, slots, and more. It is a destination to go to, even if you don't even like to gamble. The only thing is that some of the older hotel towers need to be upgraded. They have some great acts that come. The staff is really friendly.
Adam Saltmarsh — Google review
Recently stayed here overnight with some friends. The hotel rooms are fine but a little dated. I do know they've been updating and some of the sections of the hotel have newer rooms that are very nice. They have a massive parking lot but a shuttle found us and drove us and our stuff to the front door which was very nice.
I enjoy playing roulette but this was located in the smoking section which is fine but after awhile it was a little much.
Overall I had a great time and will return.
Courtney L — Google review
I really like staying here! I've stayed twice now, once for a work party and once for a wedding. Very clean and nice rooms. A little pricier. The casino was very clean and had lots of options. The swim up bar was amazing! Love that! Would stay again for sure!
Elizabeth Kolarik — Google review
Fun time. Room was a little disappointing, paid for the upgraded room but still no microwave in room. Door to bathroom was strange but overall fun evening. The bartenders and service professionals were all great, very friendly ans helpful. Will definitely be back!
Wendy Priolo — Google review
We didn't stay overnight this trip but haven't had any negative issues with rooms in the past, so I gave 5* for rooms. Service is still pretty spotty, but the buffet has opened for certain days. It was open for Easter brunch, and it's open for Mother's Day. Hopefully more times soon. Finding a drink person walking the floor is near impossible, and they don't have any self-service stations open yet. Getting a drink at the bar is near impossible also because the line is always long and usually just 2 bartenders are working. They need to have a water/soda only line available. That would be super. Lots of workers are still seen wiping down machines and chairs. I always thank these workers. Smoking by the entrances is just terrible. They are too close to the doors, and you have to walk through a cloud of smoke. Smoke if that's your thing, but for non-smokers, this is just awful. They need to be farther away from the doors if they're smoking.
Patti Baldwin — Google review
My review. Hotel room nice. Should have complimentary bottle water in rooms. Buffalo tower. Vending should have free water . I don't drink Aquafina. Free spring water only. Coke products not Pepsi.
Pepsi awful.
Hawaii 4 ever — Google review
The rooms were probably the nicest ice ever stayed in that we didn't pay extra for. Large with high ceilings and nice bathroom. The shower was amazing. It was actually large with glass shower doors. No cheap flimsy curtain that always gets in the way. Adjustable shower head and hand held wand that actually works and has great water pressure. My only complaint is the lack of cover space in the bathroom. Bed was nice, albeit a little hard. But that's a personal preference. Good size fridge and a safe round out the amenities. The food was very good, and the service was good for the most part. We ate in the currents restaurant one evening and it was way too loud. No sound deadening items other than the seats you sat in. One almost had to yell in order to talk to the person next to you. Not an exaggeration. The waitress we had that night was horrific. She joked about things she shouldn't have, never checked on us, and forgot things we asked for. I would not eat there again. We did not try any of the other restaurants, hopefully they are better. The casino portion is easy to get lost in. The casino staff was very helpful and polite. The gift shop could use a few more items, especially men's clothing. Parking is plentiful, although an extra shuttle or two wouldn't hurt so one doesn't have to wait so long, or walk a mile. The carts to help get your luggage to your room or back to your car are also few and far between. You need to be quick in order to get one. Overall it was a good experience and I would stay here again. The live entertainment was awesome with the Rockin' Hollywood's, and the MOTM car show was extremely cool with a parking lot full of Mustang's. From the classics, to the newest ones you could buy.
Bar D Stables — Google review
Went for a rock concert. Not at the ampitheater but the event center. Will not be back for a concert. A comedy show or other type of show I would definitely come for, but not a concert.
Moderate sized casino. Lots of slots new and old. Someone won $26k on a slot when we were there! I'd come back to play also.
Jessica Husted — Google review
We were in the Buffalo tower and our room was well used. I did not feel the cost of the room, equalled the value. I heard from other guests, that their room was better. Current Restaurant was awsome and for us the best value.. it seemed that we had to wait on lines for everything. Not too many guest, just not enough staff like most places. But the staff we did interact with was friendly, helpful and awesome.
Jeff Omans — Google review
We had a great time. Just a quick one night visit to the Casino. Really loved the non-smoking gaming areas. All the employees were very nice and helpful.
Joseph Marra — Google review
Had a great stay in a room in the newest of their towers. Neat and clean. Busy weekend there and didn't really experience any issues. Only thing that could have been better was the bar service. Little short on staff for the number of people in for the evening.
Martin Skiba — Google review
***NEW YEARS WEEKEND***
When reservation was made, a refrigerator was requested and upon check-in and arriving at room, it was awaiting by the door in hallway outside my room.
Shuttle was convenient and fast. We were able to ask front belt hop to page shuttle for instant ride to car out in overflow.
VIP event for New Year's Eve with the Midtown Men for show with dinner was spectacular. Great 60's theme and music to be enjoyed.
Kristie Bryant — Google review
I'm not a typical patron - we stayed one night, came to see a show in the Parlay Lounge, no gambling. Not sure if there was a big event there that day, but there were tons of people and lines. Had a room in the Wolf Tower. There were no available luggage carts at check in time. The room was clean and we had plenty of space but it was overpriced at nearly 400.00 and no room service or literature in the room for food/things to do. The mattress was a bit crunchy. Went to see a rock show, there is a nice stage setup at Parlay Lounge was great and the sound engineer did a fantastic job w/lights & sound. There is no table service and the bar staff were extremely overworked and lines were long.
Laurel F — Google review
Recently returned from. There. The room in wolf tower was beautiful. The fact that there is no cleaning service for multiple night stY is horrible policy. The casino was okay. Loved the fact there is no smoking. However the machines were so tight. Not sure I will return
Expansive park featuring a swimming beach, campsites & a variety of wildflowers.
Gorgeous, well-maintained and well-marked trails, and open to both snowshoeing/hiking and cross country skiing for the winter. Trail signage is clear and easy to follow, and the park offers gorgeous views of the river from several locations.
Casi B — Google review
Nicely maintained State Park with riverwalk, forest and meadow trails for both hikers and bikers. The park has a couple of nice lookouts over the river and nice camping and picnic areas. There is also a public beach area that we didn't explore because dogs weren't allowed. We did explore the river and some cool driftwood in another beach area. Somewhat crowded on a Sunday afternoon in July. Not a lot of bugs.
Virginia VanKeulen — Google review
Phenomenal park! Hikes range from challenging to easy. The beach is not the cleanest water, but I still recommended making the trip!
Esmé White — Google review
Afton state park is a great state park for hiking, birding, and as well as camping. They have more than adequate parking in a couple different areas of the park. They have some really great camp sites throughout the park, including yurts that you can rent and camp in. There is some great views on top of the bluff overlooking the St. Croix River that is not too far from the main parking lot. If you hike down from there, you will eventually hike to the beach area, which is absolutely beautiful and fun to explore. They have picnic shelters and grilling areas right near the parking lot.
B A — Google review
The hiking trails here cater to all skill levels, offering everything from leisurely strolls to challenging hikes. The park's well-maintained trails make exploring the wilderness a joy. One of my favorite spots is the overlook, where I pause to catch my breath and soak in the breathtaking views of the St. Croix River below. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or just looking for a peaceful retreat, I guess this park has it all.
Zain Ul Abdin Siyal — Google review
Overall I had a decent visit hiking here. I only had time to hike the trails in the southern part of the park. The trail portions outside the woods were wide enough for side by side conversation and the parts of the trail near or inside the woods were single file. I visited in November, between the Fall color and white snow, when the aesthetics were rather bland.
Josh — Google review
Afton State Park is a great place for a family's day trip. We only had a couple hours, but got to hike a few miles and also saw the St Croix River from the overlook which was a very pleasant thing to do.
From the visitor center, the hiking trails toward south mostly don't have tall trees that provide shade. So it could be more challenging when it is hot. The trails toward north, however, have a lot of trees and are mostly covered by the shade of the trees, and therefore are easier for little kids.
Chang-Tsan Lu — Google review
Nice park, plenty of trails for easy walking and challenge up and down hilly climb. On the negy, not too many bathroom available on the long trail. There are plenty of benches and picnic tables for a rest and a clean beach for swimming. It's also a good place for nature photography.
Practical Life — Google review
A very enjoyable hike with multiple loops to choose from or combine. There is a solar operated water pump in the hike-in campground. It is a nice, winding uphill hike.
The beach is currently flooded with some debris washed up to shore.
Several picnic shelters and bathrooms are present throughout.
Pets are allowed but have to be leashed at all times.
Definitely will hike it again.
Evie M — Google review
We had a fantastic time staying in the Bluebird cabin. We had a wonderful hike and had the joy of a Bald Eagle flying right over head - a beautiful sight!
Stephanie Brown — Google review
Love that the south trail is all along the river. The signage isn't great but if you have a GPS map, you will be fine. Weekends are pretty busy. The trails are not challenging wirh the exception of a few steep hills and well maintained.
Christine Cartwright — Google review
At sunrise we took the southern river loop by first walking through the prairie to the yurts/cabins before descending and taking the river path back. The river is still high and all the little sandbars and beaches remain underwater. While skirting the prairie we saw many deer including our first fawn of the year. There was an osprey preening on an unused nesting platform and many kingbirds in the trees at the prairie edge. My greyhounds and I had the paths to ourselves until the climb back up to the car park. My favorite walk in the park still is the northern river loop where the bird watching is superlative through the backpacker's campground.
Carrie Wilmot — Google review
Kind of hard to gauge a park because people look for so many different things. It's huge and it's a walking park mostly, I believe. Went on Memorial Monday and it was only about 60% full. I assume the appeal of more drive up and park options, which plenty of that stuff here, too. Love the different water levels of the river at different times of year.
Will Bryan — Google review
Afton State Park was beautiful and clean during a July afternoon in 2023. We got together with a few likeminded people and we hiked while picking up trash. It was a fun day out on the trails!
Stephen Eigenmann — Google review
I absolutely love this place. So many trails and varieties of trails you can explore. You can get right up on the river. Highly recommend this place to anyone!
Steve Meglen — Google review
This is a nice and well kept state park. There isn't too much to do but there's enough to spend a day here. The North River Trail is nice. The beach on the river is also super peaceful. Lots of different landscapes. Not a lot of wildlife spotted when I went. The goats are back and they're employees! I thought that was super cute.
Katie A — Google review
Hiked out to the Trout Brook Loop - they aren’t kidding when they say you’ll get a workout! Trails out there were steep and rocky for half the hike. Appreciated the plentiful signage and labeling of intersecting trails. Views were spectacular, will have to come back to walk the trail along the St. Croix
Emily T — Google review
So many trails to chose from! Lots of variety in terrain and landscape from river to prairie to woods. Very well marked trails and almost every intersection has a map.
M Lewis — Google review
Always a great place to hike, in all seasons. No snowshoeing on this visit, but we brought our new puppy and she loved it. We saw a Pileated Woodpecker, deer, and eagles.
Trevor Dulka — Google review
It's a smaller park with a great view this time of year. I recently purchased the trails stamp book, so this park was close. We chose to go see this park for the first time.
Larry Robinson — Google review
During any season, Afton State Park is the perfect place for a hike. I enjoy both the prairie trails and the steep hill trails leading through the forest and down to the river. Generally, the rolling prairie walks have fewer people. In the winter, the snow makes the browns and reds of the dried prairie grasses seem more vibrant.
Paul M — Google review
The park is pretty nice I thought. My family and I had a great time exploring the park. The main building was clean and pretty well set up. We brought a lunch with us and enjoyed it at the picnic area. While eating a park ranger came up to us and talked to the kids about the state park and some of the areas that they had to offer. They enjoyed talking to him and after he gave them each a Jr. Park ranger badge(sticker). We all had a fun time at the park!