Wisconsin

Amazing autumn colors in the rural landscape

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Bales of hay in grasslands in Slinger Hills

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Milwaukee skyline at sunset on the shores of Lake Michigan

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Brown County Courthouse in Green Bay

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Winding boardwalk through the Witch's Gulch, a slot canyon in the Dells

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Fish-herding pelicans in the sleet on Tichigan Lake in Racine County

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Windhover Hall, the grand entrance hall for the Quadracci Pavilion at Milwaukee Art Museum

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Ice formations at the Apostle Islands National Lake Shore

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Major Airports:

General Mitchell/Milwaukee (MKE)
Nickname:

The Badger State

Adventures to discover on land and sea

Wisconsin offers inspiring places, fun-loving people and natural beauty. From the woods and waters in the north to the hidden valleys and rolling countryside of the south, Wisconsin is a picturesque place no matter what the season to enjoy recreational activities and splendid scenery. And when it comes to food, Wisconsin does it like no other. Travelers can experience artisan cheese and craft beer by visiting the cheesemakers and brewmasters and touring facilities across the state.

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Getting lost here is something you’ll want to do, especially once you take in the gorgeous glacial landscape cross-stitched with lakes and counting forests and bluffs among its many charms. No stranger to quintessential white winters, Wisconsin’s natural assets can be enjoyed year round. Climb lighthouses for views of the Great Lakes. Hike to scenic bluffs and hidden waterfalls, or explore amazing sea caves. Take a scenic drive in autumn to see the stunning foliage.

Visit wineries, eat local, fresh-from-the-farm fare and stay in a cozy cabin. Or upgrade to a spa experience and a little fine art followed by world-class golfing. You can tour cheese factories, visit a motorcycle museum or walk a trail that dates to the Ice Age, so build some room into the itinerary for exploring Wisconsin’s contributions to culture and history.

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Fun Fact

You’ll find the National Historic Cheesemaking Center in Monroe County, which has been hosting its cheese festival since 1914.

Must see places

Apostle Islands National Lakeshore

No other place in the National Parks System has as many lighthouses as this collection of 21 islands. Take a kayak, water taxi or cruise to these austerely beautiful isles with sandstone cliffs, 240 species of birds and endless recreation opportunities.

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Discover the Islands

Wisconsin Dells

More than just the world’s largest group of indoor and outdoor water parks, Wisconsin Dells is a veritable playground, offering horseback riding, shopping, golf and live performances, as well as wineries and breweries.

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Guide to the Attractions

Milwaukee Art Museum

This downtown museum on the shores of Lake Michigan is home to more than 2,500 works of art. Its striking exterior is an architectural delight, with wings that fold and unfold over the structure. Inside, don’t miss the photography center or the sculpture garden.

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Art on the Lakefront

Olbrich Botanical Gardens

It’s more than just roses in this garden, which includes a Thai pavilion, 6.5 hectares of outdoor gardens and indoor Bolz Conservatory, and a glass pyramid housing a subtropical garden complete with free-flying birds.

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Visiting the Madison Area

Taliesin Preservation

Not only his home but also a masterful example of Frank Lloyd Wright’s vision, the grounds function as an architecture school, but also a setting where the public can view Wright’s work or enjoy a farm-to-table dinner series featuring knowledgeable speakers.