Introduction
Where to eat
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 December
Estimated hotel price
$129
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wausau in December
Estimated hotel price
$129
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. The shortest domestic flight to Wausau departs from Atlanta and takes around 4h 51m.

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. The shortest domestic flight to Wausau departs from Atlanta and takes around 4h 51m.

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 (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,415 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,165 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (643 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (734 reviews)
Air Wisconsin
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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 La Quinta Inn 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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Hilton Garden Inn Wausau
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 109 reviews)
$203+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Wausau, WI
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 314 reviews)
$101+
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bantr Grand Hotel Wausau - Rothschild
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 440 reviews)
$135+
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Best Western Plus Wausau-Rothschild Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 168 reviews)
$110+
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Cedar Creek Hotel Wausau - Rothschild
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 650 reviews)
$94+
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Jefferson Street Inn, a member of Radisson Individuals
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 557 reviews)
$133+
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Renting a car in Wausau

Renting a car in Wausau costs $84 per day, on average, or $168 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, 9% more expensive than at Wausau Central Wisconsin.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Wausau is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Jeep Cherokee or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wausau costs $84 per day, on average, or $168 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, 9% more expensive than at Wausau Central Wisconsin.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Wausau is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Jeep Cherokee or similar) are, on average, 43% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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