Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Lake Geneva travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lake Geneva

With a population of 7.651, Lake Geneva is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lake Geneva to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Lake Geneva

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sopra Bistro (724 W Main St) and Hunt Club Steakhouse (555 Hunt Club Ct) are great picks.

When to visit Lake Geneva

Lake Geneva in April
Estimated hotel price
$142
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lake Geneva in April
Estimated hotel price
$142
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lake Geneva in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.2″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Lake Geneva, with an average rainfall of 1.5″.

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How to Get to Lake Geneva

Plane

Although Lake Geneva doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 59 km from Lake Geneva. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Geneva departs from New York and takes around 2h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Lake Geneva, followed by Train. The train journey from Lake Geneva to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bloomington, expect to pay about $13 for a 2h 19m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Geneva is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 104 km from Lake Geneva. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Geneva, including American Airlines, Amtrak and FlixBus. From Monona, the bus ride to Lake Geneva takes 338 km and will cost you around $43. From Grand Rapids, the ticket costs about $34 for a journey of 362 km.

Plane

Although Lake Geneva doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 59 km from Lake Geneva. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Geneva departs from New York and takes around 2h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Lake Geneva, followed by Train. The train journey from Lake Geneva to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bloomington, expect to pay about $13 for a 2h 19m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Geneva is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 104 km from Lake Geneva. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Geneva, including American Airlines, Amtrak and FlixBus. From Monona, the bus ride to Lake Geneva takes 338 km and will cost you around $43. From Grand Rapids, the ticket costs about $34 for a journey of 362 km.

Airports near Lake Geneva

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Lake Geneva

KLM
Good (1,458 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,789 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,755 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,217 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,224 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,118 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,325 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,524 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,692 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,732 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,364 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,907 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,900 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,046 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,497 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,456 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,710 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,097 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lake Geneva

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Mill Creek Hotel and Comfort Suites Lake Geneva East. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Lake Geneva, with prices from $78 to $313 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Lake Geneva are about 181% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Lake Geneva by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Lake Geneva

Most booked hotels in Lake Geneva

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Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1292 reviews)
$88+
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Timber Ridge Lodge And Waterpark
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 925 reviews)
$143+
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Bella Vista Suites Lake Geneva
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 816 reviews)
$86+
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Lodge Geneva National
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 578 reviews)
$82+
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Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 509 reviews)
$224+
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The Cove Of Lake Geneva
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1582 reviews)
$109+
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Renting a car in Lake Geneva

Renting a car in Lake Geneva costs $61 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Lake Geneva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09. The most frequently booked car type in Lake Geneva is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 36% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Lake Geneva costs $61 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Lake Geneva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09. The most frequently booked car type in Lake Geneva is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) are, on average, 36% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.