Kenosha travel guide
Kenosha Tourism | Kenosha Guide
You're Going to Love Kenosha
With a population of 99,218, Kenosha is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Kenosha deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Kenosha
If you’re looking for affordable options, La Fogata (3300 Sheridan Rd) and Waterfront Warehouse (3322 Sheridan Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Kenosha
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kenosha in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kenosha, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.
How to Get to Kenosha
Plane
Although Kenosha doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 25 miles from Kenosha. The shortest domestic flight to Kenosha departs from New York and takes around 2h 36m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kenosha. The train journey from Kenosha to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 05m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Kenosha is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 50 miles from Kenosha. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kenosha, including Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Kenosha takes 80 miles and will cost you around $76. From Milwaukee, the ticket costs about $38 for a journey of 95 miles.
Airlines serving Kenosha
Where to stay in Kenosha
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Kenosha, WI and Best Western Executive Inn Kenosha/Pleasant Prairie.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kenosha
Most booked hotels in Kenosha
Renting a car in Kenosha
Renting a car in Kenosha costs $54 per day, on average, or $108 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 21% cheaper than airport locations in Kenosha.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Kenosha (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Kenosha is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa Note or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Kenosha
Supplier choice
5 Adults, 5 Bags
$35/day
Intermediate SUV
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$47/day