Wisconsin Dells stretches along the Wisconsin River, surrounded by glacier-carved sandstone formations rising dramatically amidst jagged bluffs and deep canyons. Sightseeing and nature tours abound, as do numerous family-friendly waterparks.
Things to do in Wisconsin Dells
Viewing the dells rates is a must-do activity in Wisconsin Dells, with double-decker riverboats and dinner cruises offering spectacular views. You can also take an evening boat excursion to Witches Gulch in the Wisconsin River State Natural Area and hike a torch-lit pathway through the beautiful narrow canyon.
Known as the “Waterpark Capital of the World”, Wisconsin Dells hosts dozens of indoor and outdoor aquatic parks, including the 28-hectare Noah’s Ark Water Park, one of the largest in America. Visit Mt Olympus Water and Theme Park to see enormous replicas of the Greek Parthenon and Colosseum while enjoying roller coasters, go-karts and more than 40 themed water slides.
Family fun continues at Wisconsin Deer Park, a petting park with more than 100 whitetail deer. For evening entertainment, buy tickets to Rick Wilcox Magic Theater, a dazzling 90-minute show featuring magic, comedy and illusions. In a real-life illusion, tour the Upside-down White House, a re-creation of the actual U.S. White House that rests on its roof with inverted interiors.
Nature hikes, fishing and boating reign at Mirror Lake State Park and Devil’s Lake State Park, both just minutes away. Explore Wisconsin microbrews, cheeses and wine at Fawn Creek Winery on 13th Avenue or drive about 15 minutes to Baraboo Bluff Winery for complimentary wine tasting and live music.
Getting around Wisconsin Dells
Rental cars are available at Madison airport, about a one-hour drive from Wisconsin Dells. Taxis, buses, trolleys and shuttles offer transportation to major attractions. Walking is a good option in town, with shopping and dining concentrated on the connecting streets of Broadway and Wisconsin Dells Parkway.