Tourism in Wisconsin

Tourism in Wisconsin
Wisconsin offers a variety of activities across the state for tourists looking for an adventure. From Milwaukee to the deep woods of Rhinelander, there is something for everyone.

Door County

Door County is the tip of Wisconsin's panhandle along Lake Michigan. There are a variety of accommodations, from camping and cabins to five-star hotels, as well as a number of places to fish, hike and bike.

Wisconsin Dells

Wisconsin Dells is Wisconsin's most popular tourist attraction. Not only is it full of water slides and theme parks, but it is located on Lake Delton, where you can enjoy boat rides, fishing and hiking.

Milwaukee

Milwaukee is the largest city in Wisconsin located along Lake Michigan. Although Milwaukee lacks campsites, it has a variety of hotels ranging from cheap to expensive. You can rent a fishing boat or sail boat and enjoy one of the Great Lakes.

Madison

Madison is Wisconsin's capital and a popular tourist destination for such things as its botanical gardens, the state capital building and State Street. Madison boasts a variety of parks and hiking trails along its many lakes.

Rhinelander

Rhinelander is a tourist attraction all year long. Rent a cabin and enjoy snowmobile trails during the winter or a river cruise or fishing during the summer months.

Article Written By Melissa Warner

Melissa Warner is a freelance writer and editor in Milwaukee, Wis. Her work has appeared in a variety of publications, including "The Irish American Post" and "The London Student." Warner received a Bachelor of Arts in journalism and mass communication from the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee.

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