Destination: Wisconsin Dells

by Peter Behle - Citysearch Editor - 2,831 Reviews - 10 Lists

Updated: March 01, 2009

Water parks, mini-golf and other favorite, family activities abound in this 15-mile stretch along the Wisconsin River. Named after the French word for flat rock, it was the dramatic sandstone cliffs that first lured visitors to the Dells, now it's the abundant family fun that makes this destination so popular. (Photo of The Wilderness is courtesy of Wisconsin Dells Visitor & Convention Bureau)

On this page:What to Do, Where to Eat, Where to Stay.

What to Do

  1. 1 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Kalahari Waterpark Resort Convention Center
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    1305 Kalahari Dr, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

  2. 2 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Wilderness Resort
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    511 E Adams St, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

  3. 3 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Mt Olympus Value Motel
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    1701 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Wonder Spot
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    100 Scott Dr, Lake Delton, WI 53940 (map)

    More than a quiet house in the woods: See how this wondrous spot "defies" the laws of gravity.

  5. 5 3 Star Rating: Average Dells Boat Tours
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    107 Broadway, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

    Choose a cruise and take a leisurely tour of the Upper and Lower Dells.

  6. 6 2 Star Rating: Below Average Canyon Creek Riding Stable
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    100 Hillman Rd, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53940 (map)

    Enjoy a relaxing mosey through the woods on horseback.

Where to Eat

  1. 7 4 Star Rating: Recommended Marley's
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    1470 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

  2. 8 3 Star Rating: Average Helland Food Group Llc
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    195 State Hwy 13, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

  3. 9 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Mr Pancake
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    1405 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

  4. 10 Buffalo Phil's Pizza & Grille
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    150 Gasser Rd, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

  5. 11 Kahunaville
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    1305 Kalahari Dr, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

  6. 12 4 Star Rating: Recommended Denny's Diner
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    Hwy 12, Lake Delton, WI 53940 (map)

    The old-fashioned diner, not affiliated with the Denny's chain, still pumps out those amazing cinnamon rolls.

  7. 13 2 Star Rating: Below Average Paul Bunyan's Famous Cook Shanty
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    411 Highway 13, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

    Fill up on homemade barbecue, fried chicken and more hearty all-you-can-eat fare.

  8. 14 4 Star Rating: Recommended Moosejaw Pizza & Dells Brewing
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    110 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy S, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

  9. 15 Essen Haus Wunder Bar & Wurst Haus
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    414 Broadway, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

    Authentic German specialties abound at this big beer hall, plus imported German brews in sizes from pint to 2-liter glass boots.

Where to Stay

  1. 16 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Kalahari Waterpark Resort Convention Center
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    1305 Kalahari Dr, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

  2. 17 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Wilderness Resort
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    511 E Adams St, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

  3. 18 4 Star Rating: Recommended Skyline Hotel & Suites
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    1970 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

  4. 19 4 Star Rating: Recommended Hotel Rome - at Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park
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    1701 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

  5. 20 Great Wolf Lodge
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    Gasser at Hwy 12, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965 (map)

    Experience first-class service and upscale amenities at this lodge-like resort.