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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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. Wausau deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Wausau

If you’re looking for affordable options, Back When Cafe (606 N 3rd St) and Red Eye Brewing Company (612 Washington St) are great picks.

When to visit Wausau

Wausau in April
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wausau in April
Estimated hotel price
$123
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, Qatar Airways and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Wausau departs from Minneapolis and takes around 1h 12m.

Train

The train station in Wausau is called Wausau Transit Center, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

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 Ace and Turo, 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, Qatar Airways and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Wausau departs from Minneapolis and takes around 1h 12m.

Train

The train station in Wausau is called Wausau Transit Center, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

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 Ace and Turo, among others, in Minneapolis.

Airports near Wausau

ATWAppleton Intl
GRBGreen Bay Austin-Straubel
CWAWausau Central Wisconsin

Airlines serving Wausau

Lufthansa
Good (7,497 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,457 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,982 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,982 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,476 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,375 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,652 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,452 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,149 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,683 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,551 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (670 reviews)
Sun Country Air
Good (335 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (515 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,127 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,040 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (693 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wausau

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Wausau and Rib Mountain Inn.

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
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 84 reviews)
$134+
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bantr Hotel Rothschild Wausau, a Doubletree Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 484 reviews)
$138+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Wausau, WI
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 327 reviews)
$92+
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Cedar Creek Hotel Wausau - Rothschild
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 721 reviews)
$92+
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Best Western Plus Wausau-Rothschild Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 173 reviews)
$95+
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Jefferson Street Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 578 reviews)
$139+
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Renting a car in Wausau

Renting a car in Wausau costs $131 per day, on average, or $262 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Wausau Central Wisconsin.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Wausau is Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Ford F-150 or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wausau costs $131 per day, on average, or $262 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Wausau Central Wisconsin.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Wausau is Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Ford F-150 or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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