Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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, Sopra Bistro (724 W Main St) and Hunt Club Steakhouse (555 Hunt Club Ct) are great picks.

When to visit Lake Geneva

Lake Geneva in November
Estimated hotel price
$271
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lake Geneva in November
Estimated hotel price
$271
1 night at 3-star hotel

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.

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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 Wellington and takes around 26h 41m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Lake Geneva, followed by Train. The train journey from Lake Geneva to Kalamazoo takes 2h 40m and costs around $52 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Rapids, expect to pay about $50 for a 4h 08m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Geneva, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Monona, the bus ride to Lake Geneva takes 338 km and will cost you around $149. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $92 for a journey of 354 km.

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 Wellington and takes around 26h 41m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Lake Geneva, followed by Train. The train journey from Lake Geneva to Kalamazoo takes 2h 40m and costs around $52 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Rapids, expect to pay about $50 for a 4h 08m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Geneva, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Monona, the bus ride to Lake Geneva takes 338 km and will cost you around $149. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $92 for a journey of 354 km.

Airports near Lake Geneva

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Lake Geneva

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,698 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,659 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,032 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,154 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,079 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,142 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,463 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,637 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,672 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,892 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,492 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,063 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,672 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,901 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lake Geneva

Average rates range from around $281 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,074 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Mill Creek Hotel and Comfort Suites Lake Geneva East. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Lake Geneva, with prices from $116 to $544 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Lake Geneva are about 180% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lake Geneva

Hiring a car in Lake Geneva

Expect to pay $1.46 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 $17.52 and $23.36.

Expect to pay $1.46 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 $17.52 and $23.36.