Having fun doesn't have to cost a lot in Wisconsin. Here are 17 great attractions that a family of four can visit in Wisconsin for $50 or less... some of them are even free!
The EAA AirVenture Museum in Oshkosh is one of the most extensive aviation attractions in the world! Bring the family, explore, interact and feel the rush of a flight simulator! 920-426-4818, www.airventuremuseum.org
World Champion Competitors at Scheer’s Lumberjack Show in Minoqua/Woodruff offer spectators a unique blend of Wisconsin lumbering history---world class competition and hilarious comedy. 715-356-4050, www.scheerlumberjackshow.com
The Galloway Mansion in Fond du Lac is a showplace for gracious living from a bygone era. The village gives visitors a view of what it was like over 100 years ago.
920-922-1166, www.fdl.com/history
The national champion Rock Aqua Jays perform weekly Water-ski shows throughout the summer in Janesville, complete with a 23 person, 5-tier pyramid. Free Admission. 608-757-3171, www.rockaquajays.org
In Bayfield County, Visit the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center’s interactive exhibits, five-story observation tower, boardwalk, and interpretive trails. Free admission! 715-685-9983, www.nglvc.org
In Waukesha, paddle boat down the Fox River with Frame Park’s High Roller Fun Rentals mixed with adventure golf, bumper cars and an ice cream treat at Prairieville Park. High Roller Fun Rental - 262-524-4008, Prairieville Park - 262-784-4653, www.prairievillepark.com
Kastle Park in Green Bay offers a A 1/4 mile go-kart track with 25-degree banked curves and 40-foot neon strobe tunnel. Mega mini-golf, bumper boats, batting cages and paintball target range. 920-465-6121, www.kastlepark.com
Door county Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay features the area’s shipbuilding history, lighthouse exhibit, pilothouse from working freighter, periscope. Don’t miss the new exhibit Freshwater Fury. 920-743-5958, www.dcmm.org
The La Crosse Queen in La Crosse is a modern day replica of the grand riverboats which used to ply the Mississippi in the early 1900’s. Enjoy a sightseeing cruise. 608-784-2893, www.lacrossequeen.com
Wizard Quest in downtown Wisconsin Dells is a life-size labyrinth and scavenger hunt full of fairy's, wizards, trolls and dragons. This hands-on, brain teasing adventure is intensely interactive and entertaining. 608-254-2184, www.wizardquest.com
Bayfield brings you Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands with Wisconsin's biggest outdoor playground! Build sand castles, splash in the waves, or just wiggle your toes in the warm summer sand! 800-447-4094, www.bayfield.org
The Museum of Wisconsin Art in West Bend is America’s newest regional art museum having the premier collection of Wisconsin art throughout the ages. 262-334-9638, www.wisconsinart.org
Carson Park in Eau Claire is home to the Chippewa Valley Museum, Paul Bunyan Logging Camp, the Eau Claire Express, and the Eau Claire Crush Football Teams. You will enjoy all of these attractions packaged in one beautiful and scenic park. 1-888-523-3866, www.cvmuseum.com
The Northwood's Children's Museum in Eagle River is a dynamic educational facility based on the idea that children learn best by doing, not viewing. Adults and children can explore together with the complete hands-on interactive programs. 715-479-4623, www.northwoodschildrensmuseum.com
Dive in at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum in Manitowoc. Sail your own boat, blow the whistles on the 65-ton steam engine, and tour the USS Cobia World War II submarine. 920-684-0219, www.wisconsinmaritime.org
The Beloit Snappers Baseball offers America’s favorite pastime at it’s best! Enjoy major league fun at minor league prices at a Snapper’s game, the Class A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins. 608-362-2272 www.snappersbaseball.com
The Building for Kids children’s museum in Appleton is 30,000-sq. feet of fun including a 45-ft tall banyan tree with five tree forts, water play area, Move-It! ball exhibit, doll nursery, fire truck and jet plane. 920-734-3226, www.buildingforkids.org
Fun World in Brookfield offers more than 120 games, ferris wheel, 18-hole mini-golf, soft play and laser tag area – all indoors. 262-789-5370, www.funworldbrookfield.com
Woodson Art Museum in Wausau has great summer exhibits including Medieval/Renaissance armor, steam railroad photographs and Birds in Art. Children’s Art Park provides hands-on fun. Beautiful grounds with sculpture garden. FREE admission. 715-845-7010, www.lywam.org
In Wisconsin Rapids area, tour one of the oldest cranberry marshes in central Wisconsin with an actual grower. Celebrate one of North America's native fruits at Glacial Lake Cranberries this year! 715-887-4161, www.cranberrylink.com
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