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La Crosse

Classic steam paddle wheelers still ply the Mississippi’s waters in La Crosse; just a small part of this lovely city’s charm. Spreading from the edge of the river to the base of steep bluffs, La Crosse enjoys a glorious natural setting. The city’s Main Street ends at Grandad Bluff, which rises 570 feet above the city. The beautiful park atop the bluff offers a stunning view of three states: Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa. Downtown, Riverside Park provides a perfect vantage point for watching river traffic and for boarding one of the two paddle wheelers that offer sightseeing cruises. Enjoy unique shops, relaxing hotels, entertainment, museums, galleries, and award-winning restaurants in the city’s historic downtown.

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Irishfest La Crosse August 11 - August 13 A festival for the whole family with Irish & Celtic music from all over Ireland, Scotland, and the U.S,. including local musicians. Wee Folks area with games...
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Great River Folk Festival La Crosse August 25 - August 27 A family-friendly weekend of outdoor contemporary and traditional folk music. Enjoy demonstrations of traditional crafts, ethnic food and children's...
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La Crosse Area Labor Day Weekend Bicycle Festival La Crosse September 01 - September 04 Enjoy four days of on and off road, self-supported bike rides in Wisconsin's scenic Driftless Region. Includes mountain biking, architectural tours, coffee...

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La Crosse Queen Cruises La Crosse 149-passenger authentic split sternwheel paddlewheeler offering daily sightseeing tours of the Mississippi River. Dinner & brunch cruises weekends. Lunch,...
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Grandad Bluff La Crosse This 600-ft high bluff overlooks the city of La Crosse. The view of the Mississippi River Valley includes the three states of Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa.
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Pearl Street Brewery La Crosse See real live brewers working in their native habitat! Craft Brewery and Tap Room since 1999! Have a pint, enjoy live music and pick up a six-pack, growler or...

Places To Stay

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Charmant Hotel La Crosse A 67-room upscale boutique hotel in historic downtown La Crosse. The Charmant Hotel is a renovated candy factory, built in 1898. Architectural details of the...
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GrandStay Residential Suites Hotel La Crosse We offer all the comforts of home including 3 floor plans to chose from and conveniently located on the east side of Madison. Fully equipped kitchens, direct...
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Wilson Schoolhouse Inn La Crosse Wilson Schoolhouse Inn is listed on the National Historic Registry and is located on 10 acres, minutes from downtown LaCrosse near the Mississippi River. It...

Dining

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Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern La Crosse The Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern is a seasonal American restaurant with a commitment to serve the best quality product offered at height of each...
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Rudy's Drive-In La Crosse Re-live the excitement of the 50's and 60's at Rudy's Drive-In with curbside food service from skating carhops. Great for family dining.
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Dim Sum Tea Shop La Crosse We offer bulk tea, Dim Sum Food, soup, gifts, tea wares, bubble tea & smoothie, parties & classes. There are over 150 loose leaf teas and over 30 food items...

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A Cyclist's Weekend: Food Stops for Before and After Your Ride Linear Bike Trails Cafes, bikes, and brews are the traditional ways to enjoy a weekend bike ride, and Wisconsin's got you covered on all three.
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Wisconsin Boasts Tasty, Telegenic Eateries Dining The Badger State has a rich and varied culinary tradition. So it’s not terribly surprising that more than a few of Wisconsin’s restaurants have ended up on...