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Wausau travel guide

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With a population of 39,106, Wausau is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Wausau has to offer.

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When to visit Wausau

Wausau in November
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wausau in November
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Wausau in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6.8 °F, with an average temperature of 15.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.5″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Wausau, with an average rainfall of 1″.

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How to Get to Wausau

Plane

When flying to Wausau, you’ll arrive at Wausau Central Wisconsin (CWA), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wausau include American Airlines, WestJet and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Wausau departs from Minneapolis and takes around 1h 11m.

Car

Another option to get to Wausau is to pick up a car rental from Minneapolis, which is about 177 miles from Wausau. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Minneapolis.

Plane

When flying to Wausau, you’ll arrive at Wausau Central Wisconsin (CWA), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Wausau include American Airlines, WestJet and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Wausau departs from Minneapolis and takes around 1h 11m.

Car

Another option to get to Wausau is to pick up a car rental from Minneapolis, which is about 177 miles from Wausau. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Minneapolis.

Airports near Wausau

ATWAppleton Intl
GRBGreen Bay Austin-Straubel
CWAWausau Central Wisconsin

Airlines serving Wausau

Lufthansa
Good (8,223 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,568 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,209 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,558 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,173 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,555 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,988 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,463 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,552 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (694 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,039 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (668 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,447 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (676 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (258 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wausau

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Wausau and Super 8 by Wyndham Wausau.

Most popular hotel in Wausau by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Wausau

Most booked hotels in Wausau

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Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Wausau
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, 88 reviews)
$134+
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Cedar Creek Hotel Wausau - Rothschild
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 818 reviews)
$100+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Wausau, WI
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 348 reviews)
$95+
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Jefferson Street Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 605 reviews)
$131+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Wausau
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 645 reviews)
$66+
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bantr Grand Hotel Wausau - Rothschild
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 486 reviews)
$157+
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Renting a car in Wausau

Renting a car in Wausau costs $60 per day, on average, or $179 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 81% cheaper than airport locations in Wausau.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Wausau (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Wausau is Supplier choice (Class Special SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Kia Sedona or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wausau costs $60 per day, on average, or $179 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 81% cheaper than airport locations in Wausau.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Wausau (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Wausau is Supplier choice (Class Special SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Kia Sedona or similar) are, on average, 68% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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