Wisconsin Dells travel guide

Wisconsin Dells Tourism | Wisconsin Dells Guide

You're Going to Love Wisconsin Dells

With a population of 2.705, Wisconsin Dells is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, United States. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Wisconsin Dells to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Wisconsin Dells

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hot Rocks - Sear. Sizzle. Savor. (399 County Road A) and The VUE (1015 River Rd.) are great picks.

When to visit Wisconsin Dells

Wisconsin Dells in January
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wisconsin Dells in January
Estimated hotel price
$103
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Wisconsin Dells in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6.8 °F, with an average temperature of 15.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.4″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Wisconsin Dells, with an average rainfall of 1.1″.

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How to Get to Wisconsin Dells

Plane

Although Wisconsin Dells doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Madison Truax Field (MSN), which is located 65 km from Wisconsin Dells. Appleton Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Air France and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Wisconsin Dells departs from Orlando and takes around 3h.

Train

The train station in Wisconsin Dells is called Wisconsin Dells, and is located 0.6 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Wisconsin Dells is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 262 km from Wisconsin Dells. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wisconsin Dells, including Bus, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Chicago, the bus ride to Wisconsin Dells takes 249 km and will cost you around $77. From Appleton, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 298 km.

Plane

Although Wisconsin Dells doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Madison Truax Field (MSN), which is located 65 km from Wisconsin Dells. Appleton Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, American Airlines, Air France and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Wisconsin Dells departs from Orlando and takes around 3h.

Train

The train station in Wisconsin Dells is called Wisconsin Dells, and is located 0.6 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Wisconsin Dells is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 262 km from Wisconsin Dells. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Wisconsin Dells, including Bus, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Chicago, the bus ride to Wisconsin Dells takes 249 km and will cost you around $77. From Appleton, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 298 km.

Airports near Wisconsin Dells

Airlines serving Wisconsin Dells

Lufthansa
Good (4,676 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,623 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,582 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,109 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,434 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,984 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,996 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,756 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,356 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (772 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (486 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,323 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (961 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (811 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (552 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (141 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wisconsin Dells

Average rates range from around $330 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $508 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wisconsin Dells

Most booked hotels in Wisconsin Dells

Staybridge Suites Wisconsin Dells - Lake Delton
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 616 reviews)
$146+
La Quinta Inn & Ste by Wyndham Wisconsin Dells- Lake Delton
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1154 reviews)
$114+
Hilton Garden Inn Wisconsin Dells
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 315 reviews)
$135+
Atlantis Family Waterpark Hotel Ascend Hotel Collection
3 stars
Good (7.9, 40 reviews)
$111+
Natura Treescape Resort
2 stars
Good (7.5, 1320 reviews)
$125+
Malibu Inn
2 stars
Good (6.7, 71 reviews)
$85+

Renting a car in Wisconsin Dells

Renting a car in Wisconsin Dells costs $61 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Wisconsin Dells.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Wisconsin Dells (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wisconsin Dells, while also 27% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Wisconsin Dells costs $61 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Wisconsin Dells.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Wisconsin Dells (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Wisconsin Dells, while also 27% cheaper than other types, on average.