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.
Where to Eat in Lake Geneva
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Grandview Restaurant (N2009 S Lake Shore Dr) and Medusa Grill & Bistro (501 Broad St) are great picks.
When to visit Lake Geneva
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lake Geneva in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -11 °C, with an average temperature of -6 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 107 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Lake Geneva, with an average rainfall of 37 mm.
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. The shortest flight to Lake Geneva from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 26h 45m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lake Geneva. The train journey from Lake Geneva to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $23 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Champaign, expect to pay about $16 for a 2h 37m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Lake Geneva is to pick up a car hire from Chicago, which is about 104 km from Lake Geneva. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Fox, among others, in Chicago.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Geneva, including Amtrak, Bus and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Lake Geneva takes 129 km and will cost you around $62. From Milwaukee, the ticket costs about $62 for a journey of 153 km.
Airlines serving Lake Geneva
Where to stay in Lake Geneva
Average rates range from around $449 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $702 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Mill Creek Hotel and Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Lake Geneva.
Where to stay in popular areas of Lake Geneva
Hiring a car in Lake Geneva
Expect to pay $1.70 per litre in Lake Geneva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.39 and $27.19.