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Things to see in Wausau, Wisconsin (United States): 20 places and when to go
Wausau, Wisconsin is a town in United States with around 75,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 20 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (7), Snow (4), Food and drink (3). The best known are Rib Mountain State Park, Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum and First Universalist Church. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 24 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 36. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 44.9592, -89.63
- Population
- About 75,000
- Places
- 20 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (7) · Snow (4) · Food and drink (3) · Nature (2) · With kids (2) · Stargazing (2)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 360 km as the crow flies
What to see in Wausau, Wisconsin
The places in and around Wausau, Wisconsin, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Rib Mountain State ParkState park in Marathon County, Wisconsin6.0 km
- Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art MuseumArt museum in Wausau, Wisconsin1.4 km
- First Universalist ChurchNRHP-listed in Marathon County543 m
- Karl Mathie HouseHistoric house in Wisconsin, United States19 km
- Bull Falls BreweryBrewery1.3 km
- Granite Peak Ski AreaSki resort5.7 km
- IAT - Dells of the Eau Claire-Plover River connectorHiking26 km
- IAT - Dells of the Eau Claire SegmentHiking23 km
- IAT - Ringle SegmentHiking22 km
- IAT - Thornapple Creek-Dells of the Eau Claire connectorHiking21 km
- IAT - Thornapple Creek SegmentHiking22 km
- IAT - White Cedar-Ringle connectorHiking25 km
- IAT - White Cedar SegmentHiking26 km
- Mosinee Brewing CompanyBrewery19 km
- Nine Mile ForestSki area11 km
- Prohaska Family Memorial ParkSki resort11 km
- Red Eye Brewing CompanyBrewery565 m
- Tribute Golf CourseSki area3.8 km
- University of Wisconsin-Marathon County PlanetariumPlanetarium1.2 km
- Wausau School District PlanetariumPlanetarium2.4 km
When to go to Wausau, Wisconsin
The best time to visit Wausau, Wisconsin is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:57
- FebPossible10:11
- MarPossible11:37
- AprBest time13:16
- MayBest time14:39
- JunBest time15:24
- JulBest time15:05
- AugBest time13:53
- SepBest time12:18
- OctBest time10:42
- NovPossible9:18
- DecPossible8:36
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 24 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 36. In April, 17 of the 20 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Wausau, Wisconsin
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 360 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Wausau, Wisconsin?
The best known: Rib Mountain State Park, Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, First Universalist Church, Karl Mathie House. In all, 20 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Wausau, Wisconsin?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 24 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 36.
How do you get to Wausau, Wisconsin?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 360 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Wausau, Wisconsin as the destination and these 20 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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