Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lake Geneva to see all of its attractions.

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 March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 185
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lake Geneva in March
Estimated hotel price
C$ 185
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Lake Geneva, followed by Train. The train journey from Lake Geneva to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around C$ 31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about C$ 44 for a 2h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Geneva is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 104 km from Lake Geneva. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Dollar, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Geneva, including Greyhound, American Airlines and FlixBus. From Lafayette, the bus ride to Lake Geneva takes 193 km and will cost you around C$ 97. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about C$ 44 for a journey of 314 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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Lake Geneva, followed by Train. The train journey from Lake Geneva to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around C$ 31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about C$ 44 for a 2h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Lake Geneva is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 104 km from Lake Geneva. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Dollar, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Lake Geneva, including Greyhound, American Airlines and FlixBus. From Lafayette, the bus ride to Lake Geneva takes 193 km and will cost you around C$ 97. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about C$ 44 for a journey of 314 km.

Airports near Lake Geneva

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Lake Geneva

Lufthansa
Good (7,975 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,511 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,949 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,458 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,355 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,212 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,690 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,570 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,770 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,004 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,336 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,980 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,522 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,546 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,919 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,964 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,207 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lake Geneva

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Mill Creek Hotel and Comfort Suites Lake Geneva East. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Lake Geneva, with prices from C$ 91 to C$ 463 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Lake Geneva are about 161% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lake Geneva

Most booked hotels in Lake Geneva

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Harbor Shores on Lake Geneva
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 114+
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Bella Vista Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 150+
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Timber Ridge Lodge And Waterpark
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 185+
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Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 284+
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Comfort Suites Lake Geneva East
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 90+
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The Cove Of Lake Geneva
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 140+
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Renting a car in Lake Geneva

Expect to pay C$ 1.60 per litre in Lake Geneva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 19.11 and C$ 25.48.

Expect to pay C$ 1.60 per litre in Lake Geneva (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 19.11 and C$ 25.48.