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

Wisconsin Rapids travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wisconsin Rapids

With a population of 18,367, Wisconsin Rapids is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Wisconsin Rapids deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Wisconsin Rapids

Wisconsin Rapids in January
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wisconsin Rapids in January
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Wisconsin Rapids 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 4.1″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Wisconsin Rapids, with an average rainfall of 0.9″.

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How to Get to Wisconsin Rapids

Plane

Although Wisconsin Rapids doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Appleton Intl (ATW), which is located 65 miles from Wisconsin Rapids. Appleton Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, United Airlines, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Wisconsin Rapids departs from Atlanta and takes around 4h 51m.

Train

The train station in Wisconsin Rapids is called Wisconsin Rapids, and is located 2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Wisconsin Rapids is to pick up a car rental from Minneapolis, which is about 174 miles from Wisconsin Rapids. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Minneapolis.

Plane

Although Wisconsin Rapids doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Appleton Intl (ATW), which is located 65 miles from Wisconsin Rapids. Appleton Intl is the most popular, with regular flights from Allegiant Air, United Airlines, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Wisconsin Rapids departs from Atlanta and takes around 4h 51m.

Train

The train station in Wisconsin Rapids is called Wisconsin Rapids, and is located 2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Wisconsin Rapids is to pick up a car rental from Minneapolis, which is about 174 miles from Wisconsin Rapids. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Minneapolis.

Airports near Wisconsin Rapids

ATWAppleton Intl
GRBGreen Bay Austin-Straubel
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Wisconsin Rapids

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,216 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,251 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,464 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,415 reviews)
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Where to stay in Wisconsin Rapids

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Motel 6 Wisconsin Rapids. Wi and Sleep Inn & Suites.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wisconsin Rapids

Most booked hotels in Wisconsin Rapids

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Sleep Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 147 reviews)
$115+
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Hotel Mead And Conference Center
3 stars
Good (7.4, 275 reviews)
$91+
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Cobblestone Hotel and Suites - Wisconsin Rapids
2 stars
Good (7.4, 232 reviews)
$141+
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Motel 6 Wisconsin Rapids. Wi
2 stars
Good (6.2, 243 reviews)
$79+
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Rapids Inn & Suites
2 stars
Okay (5.1, 153 reviews)
$70+
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Posh Inn & Suites
2 stars
Okay (4.4, 162 reviews)
$88+
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Renting a car in Wisconsin Rapids

Renting a car in Wisconsin Rapids costs $109 per day, on average, or $218 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, 30% more expensive than at Wausau Central Wisconsin.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Wisconsin Rapids (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 Wisconsin Rapids is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Kicks or similar) are, on average, 40% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Wisconsin Rapids costs $109 per day, on average, or $218 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, 30% more expensive than at Wausau Central Wisconsin.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Wisconsin Rapids (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 Wisconsin Rapids is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Kicks or similar) are, on average, 40% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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