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 November
Estimated hotel price
$156
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lake Geneva in November
Estimated hotel price
$156
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. Chicago All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Geneva departs from Dallas and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lake Geneva. The train journey from Lake Geneva to Kalamazoo takes 2h 40m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Rapids, expect to pay about $29 for a 4h 08m 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 Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Geneva, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Monona, the bus ride to Lake Geneva takes 338 km and will cost you around $86. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $53 for a journey of 354 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. Chicago All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Lake Geneva departs from Dallas and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lake Geneva. The train journey from Lake Geneva to Kalamazoo takes 2h 40m and costs around $30 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Rapids, expect to pay about $29 for a 4h 08m 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 Ace, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Geneva, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Monona, the bus ride to Lake Geneva takes 338 km and will cost you around $86. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $53 for a journey of 354 km.

Airports near Lake Geneva

Airlines serving Lake Geneva

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,692 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,657 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,025 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,150 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,076 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,139 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,602 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,661 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,896 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,497 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,060 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,671 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,897 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lake Geneva

Average rates range from around $161 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $618 and up for a 5-star experience. 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 $70 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 183% 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

Destination Geneva National
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 181 reviews)
$87+
Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1286 reviews)
$98+
Timber Ridge Lodge And Waterpark
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 919 reviews)
$142+
Bella Vista Suites Lake Geneva
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 811 reviews)
$85+
Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 507 reviews)
$177+
The Cove Of Lake Geneva
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1565 reviews)
$113+

Renting a car in Lake Geneva

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88.

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88.