Experiences

5 Overhyped Wisconsin Places That Look Better Online Than in Real Life

You'll find many online photos of these Wisconsin destinations showing beautiful, empty scenery. Yet these five locations are often anything but empty.

Climb Aboard the Scenic Fall Train in Wisconsin Everyone Is Talking About

Enjoy a scenic fall foliage train ride at the Mid-Continent Railway Museum in Wisconsin.

The Iconic Food Tradition You Absolutely Can’t Miss in Door County

Try a traditional fish boil at the White Gull Inn in Fish Creek, Wisconsin.

This Small Town in Wisconsin is the Cutest Halloween Town I’ve Ever Seen

If you’re bored with pumpkin patches and corn mazes, it’s time to swap for witches' dances and casket races in Beaver Dam.

Why Ripon College Is One of My Favorite Haunted Places in Wisconsin

Ripon College is the best haunted place in Wisconsin because of all the stories it holds.

I Write About Flea Markets and Vintage for a Living, But This One in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, Is One of My Favorites

It’s our own little piece of the famous Pasadena Rose Bowl Flea Market or Texas’ Round Top Antiques Fair right in the heart of the Midwest.

Magical Summer Nights Await at This Beloved Wisconsin Renaissance Faire

It's been delighting guests every July through September for 50 years.

The Second Oldest Operating Drive-In Theater in Wisconsin Is the Ultimate Nostalgic Summer Activity

This drive-in theater in the Wisconsin Dells is only one of a few left in Wisconsin.

This Midwest Town Paints the Town “Yellow” With Its Beloved “Mustard Museum”

In Middleton, Wisconsin, mustard isn’t just a condiment—it’s a cultural icon. Discover the quirky charm, history, and community pride behind the National Mustard Museum.

Your Best Wisconsin Summer Experience Isn’t By Car, It’s on a Duck Boat

The Original Wisconsin Ducks are a longstanding Dells tradition.

I Lived in Madison, Wisconsin, Here’s the One Day Tour I’d Book to Get to Know My City

This self-guided tour teaches visitors all about the history of Madison, Wisconsin. It covers several locations downtown including Monona Terrace, the State Capitol, and UW-Madison campus.

Floating on a Lagoon in Glowing Swan Boats Is The Dreamiest Way to Spend a Night This Summer in Wisconsin

A float on one of these glowing swan boats is a dreamy way to spend a summer night in Wisconsin. Make it part of a Milwaukee weekend adventure.

Looking Back at My Childhood in Wisconsin: How a Theme Park Became an Unforgettable Experience

Childhood summer adventures always meant exciting trips to Mt. Olympus.

Step Into a World of Whimsy at Ten Chimneys in Genesee Depot, Wisconsin

This house museum which belonged to the renowned Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne brings the glitz of show business into the heart of southeastern Wisconsin.

This Is Easily the Most Unique Spa Treatment You Can Get in Wisconsin

Experience deep relaxation in Green Lake with a body-renewing treatment using honey, designed to ease tension and rejuvenate your body.