{"id":7029187,"date":"2026-08-05T22:46:26","date_gmt":"2026-08-05T22:46:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/uncategorized\/10-things-to-do-in-la-crosse-wisconsins-river-city\/"},"modified":"2026-08-05T22:46:26","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T22:46:26","slug":"10-things-to-do-in-la-crosse-wisconsins-river-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=7029187","title":{"rendered":"10 Things to Do in La Crosse, Wisconsin&#8217;s River City"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/la-crosse-statue.jpg\" alt=\"The Hands of Unity Statue, a symbol of La Crosse by artist Paul T. Granlund\" class=\"wp-image-77956\" style=\"width:700px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/la-crosse-statue.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/la-crosse-statue-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/la-crosse-statue-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/la-crosse-statue-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/la-crosse-statue-810x1080.jpg 810w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Hands of Unity Statue, a symbol of La Crosse by artist Paul T. Granlund (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Let\u2019s explore La Crosse<\/strong>, a pretty little city along the <strong>Mississippi River<\/strong> in Wisconsin. The river plays a large role in La Crosse\u2019s trading history, and it still anchors the city today with its beauty. My multigenerational family was enchanted by La Crosse\u2019s historic architecture, friendly small\u2011town vibe, and abundance of outdoor adventures. Here are the <strong>10 best things to do in La Crosse<\/strong>, from the beautiful Riverside Park and local museums to scenic views from the surrounding towering bluffs.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" alt=\"Riverside Park, along the Mississippi River \" class=\"wp-image-78020\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-featured-image.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-featured-image-297x223.jpg 297w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-featured-image.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-featured-image.jpg\" alt=\"Riverside Park, along the Mississippi River \" class=\"wp-image-78020\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-featured-image.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-featured-image-297x223.jpg 297w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Riverside Park, along the Mississippi River (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><!-- [element-68985] --><\/p>\n<p class=\"disclaimer\"><em>This website sometimes receives compensation, hosted travel, or products related to blog posts. This article may include affiliate links at no extra cost to consumers. As an Amazon Associate, I earn money from qualifying purchases.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><!-- [\/element-68985] --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"h-1-riverside-park\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Riverside_Park\"\/>1. Riverside Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Any visit to La Crosse should start in the beautiful <strong>Riverside Park<\/strong>. This sweeping green space stretches about 30 acres (12 ha) along the <strong>banks of the Mississippi River<\/strong>. This park sets La Crosse apart from other parks in Midwestern cities with its riverfront location, <strong>public art displays<\/strong>, and access to <strong>nature trails<\/strong>. Families will appreciate <strong>picnic spots<\/strong> throughout the park and a small <strong>children\u2019s playground<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Riverside Park is a <strong>hub of community activity<\/strong>. In the winter holiday season, it transforms into a glowing wonderland during <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rotarylights.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Rotary Lights<\/a><\/strong>, featuring a live nativity, carriage rides, an ice skating rink, and free s\u2019mores. Every July, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.riverfestlacrosse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Riverfest<\/a><\/strong> entertains locals and visitors with food vendors, carnival rides, live music, fireworks, and more patriotic fun.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" alt=\"Riverside Park Bandshell in La Crosse, WI\" class=\"wp-image-77957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bandshell.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bandshell-297x223.jpg 297w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bandshell.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bandshell.jpg\" alt=\"Riverside Park Bandshell in La Crosse, WI\" class=\"wp-image-77957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bandshell.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bandshell-297x223.jpg 297w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Riverside Park Bandshell (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"h-riverside-park-bandshell\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Riverside Park Bandshell<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the park\u2019s most recognizable features is the <strong>Riverside Park Bandshell<\/strong>, built in 1930 in <strong>Art Deco<\/strong> style. A <strong>summer concert series<\/strong> and year-round <strong>jazz orchestra performances<\/strong> keep the park jamming.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" alt=\"La Crosse's Riverside Park Riverwalk\" class=\"wp-image-78031\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-riverwalk-bright.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-riverwalk-bright-297x223.jpg 297w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-riverwalk-bright.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-riverwalk-bright.jpg\" alt=\"La Crosse's Riverside Park Riverwalk\" class=\"wp-image-78031\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-riverwalk-bright.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-riverwalk-bright-297x223.jpg 297w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">La Crosse\u2019s Riverside Park Riverwalk (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3 id=\"h-riverwalk\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Riverwalk<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Soak up Mississippi River views as you stroll <strong>Riverside Park Riverwalk<\/strong>. This picturesque <strong>half-mile paved path <\/strong>extends from the north entrance past the riverboat dock to the International Friendship Gardens.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" alt=\"French garden in La Crosse's International Friendship Gardens\" class=\"wp-image-77961\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-garden-france.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-garden-france-297x223.jpg 297w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-garden-france.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-garden-france.jpg\" alt=\"French garden in La Crosse's International Friendship Gardens\" class=\"wp-image-77961\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-garden-france.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-garden-france-297x223.jpg 297w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">French garden in the International Friendship Gardens (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-2-international-friendship-gardens\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_International_Friendship_Gardens\"\/>2. International Friendship Gardens<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a travel enthusiast and botanic garden lover, my favorite part of Riverside Park is undoubtedly the whimsical <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.riversidegardens.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">International Friendship Gardens<\/a><\/strong>. This collection of globally themed gardens commemorates La Crosse\u2019s <strong>sister cities<\/strong> in <strong>France<\/strong>, <strong>China<\/strong>, <strong>Germany<\/strong>, <strong>Russia<\/strong>, <strong>Norway<\/strong>, <strong>Ireland,<\/strong> and <strong>Cameroon<\/strong>. What\u2019s more, these public gardens are free and open daily.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"A pedestrian bridge along La Crosse River Marsh Trail\" class=\"wp-image-77960\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-trail.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-trail-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-trail-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-trail-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-trail-810x1080.jpg 810w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-trail.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-trail.jpg\" alt=\"A pedestrian bridge along La Crosse River Marsh Trail\" class=\"wp-image-77960\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-trail.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-trail-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-trail-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-trail-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-trail-810x1080.jpg 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A pedestrian bridge along the River Marsh Trail (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-3-outdoor-recreation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Outdoor_Recreation\"\/>3. Outdoor Recreation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The city of La Crosse is an outdoor lover\u2019s dream with its mix of riverfront beauty, easy\u2011access trails, and year\u2011round recreation. Visitors can enjoy miles of places to <strong>hike<\/strong>, <strong>bike<\/strong>, and <strong>paddle<\/strong>. Even in winter, the <strong>Great River State Trail<\/strong> becomes a popular route for <strong>cross\u2011country skiing<\/strong> and <strong>snowshoeing<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-marsh-trail\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marsh Trail<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the easiest ways to enjoy La Crosse\u2019s beautiful scenery is by wandering the <strong>Marsh Trail<\/strong>, a peaceful boardwalk path that begins inside Riverside Park. A wooden bridge leads you into the quiet wetlands of the <strong>La Crosse River Marsh<\/strong>, where lush greenery and the sounds of birds create a serene escape just steps from downtown. <\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"Bicycles for rent in Riverside Park in La Crosse\" class=\"wp-image-77963\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bicycles.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bicycles-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bicycles-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bicycles-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bicycles-810x1080.jpg 810w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bicycles.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bicycles.jpg\" alt=\"Bicycles for rent in Riverside Park in La Crosse\" class=\"wp-image-77963\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bicycles.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bicycles-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bicycles-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bicycles-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-bicycles-810x1080.jpg 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bicycles for rent in Riverside Park (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"h-la-crosse-bike-share\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">La Crosse Bike Share<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To explore La Crosse\u2019s miles of trails on two wheels, it\u2019s easy to rent a bike right from inside Riverside Park. Head to the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.driftlax.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Drift La Crosse Bike Share<\/a><\/strong> station <strong>near the riverboat dock<\/strong> to unlock a bike using their app. This simple, <strong>self\u2011serve system<\/strong> lets you cruise along to the scenic Marsh Trail and beyond.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"La Crosse Queen Cruises Riverboat\" class=\"wp-image-77964\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverboat.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverboat-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverboat-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverboat-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverboat-810x1080.jpg 810w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverboat.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverboat.jpg\" alt=\"La Crosse Queen Cruises Riverboat\" class=\"wp-image-77964\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverboat.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverboat-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverboat-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverboat-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverboat-810x1080.jpg 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">La Crosse Queen Cruises Riverboat (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-4-la-crosse-queen-cruises\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_La_Crosse_Queen_Cruises\"\/>4. La Crosse Queen Cruises<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To really experience the Mississippi, hop aboard the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lacrossequeen.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">La Crosse Queen<\/a><\/strong>. This paddlewheel boat offers a relaxing <strong>river cruise<\/strong> through the <strong>waterways of the La Crosse region<\/strong>. Choose from a variety of paddlewheel trips. There\u2019s a <strong>Saturday Dinner Cruise<\/strong>, a <strong>Captain\u2019s Sunday Brunch Cruise<\/strong>, a <strong>Pizza Cruise<\/strong>, or a narrated <strong>Sightseeing Cruise<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" alt=\"Historic Downtown La Crosse, Wisconsin\" class=\"wp-image-77970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-downtown.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-downtown-297x223.jpg 297w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-downtown.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-downtown.jpg\" alt=\"Historic Downtown La Crosse, Wisconsin\" class=\"wp-image-77970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-downtown.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-downtown-297x223.jpg 297w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Historic Downtown (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-5-historic-downtown-la-crosse\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Historic_Downtown_La_Crosse\"\/>5. Historic Downtown La Crosse<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you like <strong>historical buildings<\/strong>, quirky shops, and walkable streets, you\u2019ll love <strong>Downtown La Crosse<\/strong>. Soak up the beauty of the city\u2019s <strong>Victorian architecture<\/strong> of the <strong>Steamboat Era<\/strong> as you stroll. Don\u2019t miss <strong>7th Street S.<\/strong> with its brick storefronts and preserved facades. <\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The downtown area is packed with inviting local businesses. In addition to typical retail stores and boutiques, this <strong>college town<\/strong> has an abundance of <strong>second-hand stores<\/strong>. Vinyl collectors like my teenage son will want to pop into <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.deafear.net\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Deaf Ear Records<\/a><\/strong>. Meanwhile, bookworms shouldn\u2019t miss <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearlstbooks.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pearl Street Books<\/a><\/strong> with its array of new, used, and specialty books.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"Interior of Cathedral of Saint Joseph the Workman\" class=\"wp-image-77965\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-cathedral-interior.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-cathedral-interior-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-cathedral-interior-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-cathedral-interior-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-cathedral-interior-810x1080.jpg 810w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-cathedral-interior.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-cathedral-interior.jpg\" alt=\"Interior of Cathedral of Saint Joseph the Workman\" class=\"wp-image-77965\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-cathedral-interior.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-cathedral-interior-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-cathedral-interior-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-cathedral-interior-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-cathedral-interior-810x1080.jpg 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Interior of Cathedral of Saint Joseph the Workman (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-6-cathedral-of-saint-joseph-the-workman\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Cathedral_of_Saint_Joseph_the_Workman\"\/>6. Cathedral of Saint Joseph the Workman<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Admire the Gothic Revival style of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cathedralsjworkman.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Saint Joseph the Workman Cathedral<\/a><\/strong> in the heart of La Crosse. It\u2019s made from <strong>local limestone<\/strong> and named for the husband of the Virgin Mary. The current cathedral was completed in 1962, replacing the original St. Joseph Cathedral, which had stood on the site since the 1860s. If you want to learn more about this church\u2019s history and role in La Crosse, come on Fridays at 4 pm for a <strong>free 20-minute guided tour<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"715\" alt=\"La Crosse Pump House Regional Arts Center \" class=\"wp-image-77989\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-pump-house-karen-genz-explore-lacrosse.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-pump-house-karen-genz-explore-lacrosse-297x207.jpg 297w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-pump-house-karen-genz-explore-lacrosse.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"715\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-pump-house-karen-genz-explore-lacrosse.jpg\" alt=\"La Crosse Pump House Regional Arts Center \" class=\"wp-image-77989\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-pump-house-karen-genz-explore-lacrosse.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-pump-house-karen-genz-explore-lacrosse-297x207.jpg 297w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">La Crosse Pump House Regional Arts Center (Photo credit: Karen Genz, ExploreLaCrosse.com)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-7-local-museums\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Local_Museums\"\/>7. Local Museums<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">La Crosse offers a fun mix of <strong>cultural attractions<\/strong>, including a few museums worth visiting, depending on your interests.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-pump-house-regional-arts-center\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pump House Regional Arts Center<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepumphouse.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pump House Regional Arts Center<\/a><\/strong> is a great place to start. It\u2019s so-named because it\u2019s housed in the original 1880s municipal water-pumping station that once supplied the city with water drawn from the Mississippi River. This non-profit hub features three free<strong> Exhibition Galleries <\/strong>that display rotating local artwork for sale. There\u2019s also an on-site <strong>Art Studio<\/strong> offering classes in such mediums as pottery and printmaking, with one-day workshops<strong> <\/strong>sometimes available. The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepumphouse.org\/performing-arts-events\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Performing Arts Theater<\/a><\/strong> hosts live music concerts, dance performances, festivals, film screenings, and more.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"796\" height=\"795\" alt=\"Kid Kwik Trip exhibit at the Children's Museum of La Crosse \" class=\"wp-image-77990\" style=\"width:750px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-childrens-museum-shop.png 796w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-childrens-museum-shop-297x297.png 297w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-childrens-museum-shop-158x158.png 158w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-childrens-museum-shop-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-childrens-museum-shop-500x500.png 500w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 796px) 100vw, 796px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-childrens-museum-shop.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"796\" height=\"795\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-childrens-museum-shop.png\" alt=\"Kid Kwik Trip exhibit at the Children's Museum of La Crosse \" class=\"wp-image-77990\" style=\"width:750px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-childrens-museum-shop.png 796w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-childrens-museum-shop-297x297.png 297w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-childrens-museum-shop-158x158.png 158w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-childrens-museum-shop-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-childrens-museum-shop-500x500.png 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 796px) 100vw, 796px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kid Kwik Trip exhibit at the Children\u2019s Museum of La Crosse (Photo credit: FunMuseum.org)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"h-children-s-museum-of-la-crosse\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children\u2019s Museum of La Crosse<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Families with little kids will love the affordable, non-profit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/funmuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Children\u2019s Museum of La Crosse<\/a><\/strong>. Three floors of <strong>interactive exhibits<\/strong> are designed for <strong>children ages 10 and younger<\/strong>. Kids especially appreciate the climb-aboard <strong>Fire Truck<\/strong>, the <strong>Kid Kwik Trip<\/strong> make-believe store, and the popular <strong>Mighty Mississippi<\/strong> water play zone.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"939\" height=\"445\" alt=\"Dahl Auto Museum \" class=\"wp-image-77993\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-dahl-auto.jpg 939w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-dahl-auto-297x141.jpg 297w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 939px) 100vw, 939px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-dahl-auto.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"939\" height=\"445\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-dahl-auto.jpg\" alt=\"Dahl Auto Museum \" class=\"wp-image-77993\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-dahl-auto.jpg 939w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-dahl-auto-297x141.jpg 297w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 939px) 100vw, 939px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dahl Auto Museum (Photo from ExploreLaCrosse.com)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"h-dahl-auto-museum\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dahl Auto Museum<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Car lovers can drive back in time to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dahlautomuseum.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Dahl Auto Museum<\/a><\/strong> to learn about the <strong>history of automobiles<\/strong> and view an array of <strong>Ford cars<\/strong>, from a beautifully restored <strong>1911 Ford Model T Roadster<\/strong> to a 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition, and beyond. Look for the <strong>Starlite Drive-In<\/strong>, a tribute to La Crosse\u2019s old drive-in theater that operated from 1949\u20131978. This museum is operated by Dahl Automotive La Crosse, the eighth-oldest Ford dealership under continuous family ownership in the U.S.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"Pearl Ice Cream Parlor\" class=\"wp-image-77966\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-the-pearl-hand.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-the-pearl-hand-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-the-pearl-hand-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-the-pearl-hand-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-the-pearl-hand-810x1080.jpg 810w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-the-pearl-hand.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-the-pearl-hand.jpg\" alt=\"Pearl Ice Cream Parlor\" class=\"wp-image-77966\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-the-pearl-hand.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-the-pearl-hand-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-the-pearl-hand-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-the-pearl-hand-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-the-pearl-hand-810x1080.jpg 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pearl Ice Cream Parlor (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-8-pearl-ice-cream-parlor\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Pearl_Ice_Cream_Parlor\"\/>8. Pearl Ice Cream Parlor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In summer, expect a long line outside <strong>Pearl Ice Cream Parlor<\/strong> on Friday and Saturday nights. This nostalgic spot opened in 1993 but has a <strong>1930s-style soda fountain<\/strong> design. In addition to cups, cones, and sundaes, you can purchase <strong>gourmet coffee drinks<\/strong>, <strong>chocolates<\/strong>, and <strong>candies<\/strong>. Pearl Ice Cream Parlor scoops dozens of flavors, from <strong>seasonal options<\/strong> like Lavender Honeycomb and <strong>year-round classics<\/strong> like Butter Pecan, to their local favorite, Salted Caramel.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" alt=\"Cinnamon Roll Latte at Grounded Patio Caf\u00e9 in La Crosse\" class=\"wp-image-78011\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-cinnamon-roll-latte.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-cinnamon-roll-latte-297x297.jpeg 297w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-cinnamon-roll-latte-158x158.jpeg 158w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-cinnamon-roll-latte-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-cinnamon-roll-latte-500x500.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-cinnamon-roll-latte-800x800.jpeg 800w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-cinnamon-roll-latte.jpeg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-cinnamon-roll-latte.jpeg\" alt=\"Cinnamon Roll Latte at Grounded Patio Caf\u00e9 in La Crosse\" class=\"wp-image-78011\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-cinnamon-roll-latte.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-cinnamon-roll-latte-297x297.jpeg 297w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-cinnamon-roll-latte-158x158.jpeg 158w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-cinnamon-roll-latte-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-cinnamon-roll-latte-500x500.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-cinnamon-roll-latte-800x800.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cinnamon Roll Latte at Grounded Patio Caf\u00e9 (Photo credit: Grounded Patio Caf\u00e9 Facebook page)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-9-beans-and-brews\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Beans_and_Brews\"\/>9. Beans and Brews<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">La Crosse has a lively beverage scene, with an impressive number of <strong>coffee houses<\/strong> and <strong>brewpubs<\/strong> for a city of only about 51,000 residents.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.letsgetgrounded.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Grounded Patio Caf\u00e9<\/a><\/strong> is where to go for <strong>delicious coffee drinks<\/strong> and teas plus yummy quick breakfast, lunch, or dinner. You can also order smoothies, beer, and wine. Weather allowing, enjoy <strong>live music<\/strong> on their <strong>lovely outdoor patio<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"957\" height=\"639\" alt=\"Beers at Turtle Stack Brewery \" class=\"wp-image-78004\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosee-brewpub.png 957w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosee-brewpub-297x198.png 297w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 957px) 100vw, 957px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosee-brewpub.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"957\" height=\"639\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosee-brewpub.png\" alt=\"Beers at Turtle Stack Brewery \" class=\"wp-image-78004\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosee-brewpub.png 957w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosee-brewpub-297x198.png 297w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 957px) 100vw, 957px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Beers at Turtle Stack Brewery (Photo credit: Turtle Stack Brewery)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With <strong>German brewing roots<\/strong> and cold weather great for lager fermentation, Wisconsin boasts one of the best <strong>craft beer cultures<\/strong> in the country. For a taste of La Crosse brews, head to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/turtlestackbrewery.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Turtle Stack Brewery<\/a><\/strong>, a popular place for locals and visitors alike. Choose from a rotation of <strong>nine handcrafted beers<\/strong> brewed on-site.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" alt=\"View from the top of Grandad Bluff in La Crosse, WI\" class=\"wp-image-77995\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosee-grandad-view.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosee-grandad-view-297x223.jpg 297w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosee-grandad-view.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosee-grandad-view.jpg\" alt=\"View from the top of Grandad Bluff in La Crosse, WI\" class=\"wp-image-77995\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosee-grandad-view.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosee-grandad-view-297x223.jpg 297w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">View from the top of Grandad Bluff (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"h-10-grandad-bluff\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Grandad_Bluff\"\/>10. Grandad Bluff<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No list of the best things to do in La Crosse would be complete without a visit to <a href=\"https:\/\/explorelacrosse.com\/things-to-do\/sights-attractions\/grandad-bluff\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><strong>Grandad Bluff<\/strong> <\/a>for one of the <strong>most scenic views in Wisconsin<\/strong>. From the top of the bluffs, you can see downtown and the surrounding residential neighborhoods (including my nephew\u2019s house!), the Mississippi River, and bridges into Minnesota. You\u2019ll also find informational signs explaining geology and local history, plus access to <strong>hiking trails<\/strong> in <strong>Hixon Forest<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" alt=\"Radisson Hotel La Crosse \" class=\"wp-image-78041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-radisson-room.png 1200w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-radisson-room-297x198.png 297w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-radisson-room-1200x799.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"799\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-radisson-room-1200x799.png\" alt=\"Radisson Hotel La Crosse \" class=\"wp-image-78041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-radisson-room.png 1200w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-radisson-room-297x198.png 297w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Radisson Hotel La Crosse (Photo credit: Choice Hotels)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-where-we-stayed\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_We_Stayed\"\/>Where We Stayed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My multigen family came to La Crosse for my nephew\u2019s wedding, and although he and his bride recommended a few different hotel options, pretty much all the guests chose the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/travelmamas\/UJs5bZSvc_\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Radisson Hotel La Crosse<\/a><\/strong>. Why? <strong>Location, location, location<\/strong>! It\u2019s right beside Riverside Park, with easy walking access to downtown, and many rooms offer <strong>Mississippi River views<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<p>Plus, the Radisson has an <strong>indoor pool<\/strong>, great for any time of year. And the on-site <strong>Three Rivers Restaurant &amp; Bar<\/strong> serves breakfast (tasty!), lunch, and dinner with happy hour specials Tuesday through Friday. Rooms are <strong>clean<\/strong>, and the staff is very <strong>friendly<\/strong> and helpful. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/travelmamas\/UJs5bZSvc_\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Book your stay now!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"Top of Granddad's Bluff in La Crosse, WI\" class=\"wp-image-77958\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-granddads-bluff-flag.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-granddads-bluff-flag-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-granddads-bluff-flag-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-granddads-bluff-flag-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-granddads-bluff-flag-810x1080.jpg 810w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-granddads-bluff-flag.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-granddads-bluff-flag.jpg\" alt=\"Top of Granddad's Bluff in La Crosse, WI\" class=\"wp-image-77958\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-granddads-bluff-flag.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-granddads-bluff-flag-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-granddads-bluff-flag-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-granddads-bluff-flag-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-granddads-bluff-flag-810x1080.jpg 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Top of Granddad\u2019s Bluff (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-why-la-crosse-is-worth-a-visit\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_La_Crosse_Is_Worth_a_Visit\"\/>Why La Crosse Is Worth a Visit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although we originally came to La Crosse for a wedding, this beautiful place charmed us. Whether you\u2019re planning a road trip along the <strong>Great River Road<\/strong> or looking for a <strong>Midwest weekend getaway<\/strong>, La Crosse is a sweet spot to soak up small city vibes, scenic river views, and lots of little discoveries.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"The Riverside Children, a sculpture by Paul T. Granlund along Riverwalk in Riverside Park \" class=\"wp-image-77976\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverside-children.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverside-children-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverside-children-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverside-children-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverside-children-810x1080.jpg 810w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverside-children.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverside-children.jpg\" alt=\"The Riverside Children, a sculpture by Paul T. Granlund along Riverwalk in Riverside Park \" class=\"wp-image-77976\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverside-children.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverside-children-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverside-children-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverside-children-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/lacrosse-riverside-children-810x1080.jpg 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Riverside Children, a sculpture by Paul T. Granlund along Riverwalk in Riverside Park (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-la-crosse-wisconsin-faq\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"La_Crosse_Wisconsin_FAQ\"\/>La Crosse, Wisconsin FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"h-what-is-la-crosse-known-for\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is La Crosse known for? <\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">La Crosse is known for its beautiful riverfront setting, Riverside Park, historic downtown architecture, and the scenic bluffs that frame the Mississippi River Valley.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-when-is-the-best-time-to-visit-la-crosse\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">When is the best time to visit La Crosse?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Late spring through early fall offers the most pleasant weather for enjoying parks, river cruises, and outdoor activities. Winter brings holiday events like Rotary Lights and opportunities for snowshoeing and cross\u2011country skiing.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-is-la-crosse-walkable\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is La Crosse walkable?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. The downtown area is easy to explore on foot, with shops, restaurants, museums, and the riverfront all within a short walk.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-what-are-the-best-family-friendly-things-to-do-in-la-crosse\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the best family-friendly things to do in La Crosse?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Families love Riverside Park, the Children\u2019s Museum of La Crosse, Pearl Ice Cream Parlor, and easy outdoor adventures.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-how-do-you-get-to-grandad-bluff\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do you get to Grandad Bluff?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The easiest way to reach Grandad Bluff is to drive. From downtown La Crosse, take Main Street East. It will curve and become Bluff Pass Drive, which winds up the hill to the overlook. At the top, you\u2019ll find a parking lot just steps from the viewing platform.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"h-is-la-crosse-a-good-stop-on-a-road-trip\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is La Crosse a good stop on a road trip?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Absolutely. Its riverfront parks, historic downtown, and bluff\u2011top views make it a great stop along the Great River Road or any Midwest road trip.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"China Garden at the International Friendship Gardens in La Crosse\" class=\"wp-image-78003\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-garden-asia.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-garden-asia-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-garden-asia-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-garden-asia-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-garden-asia-810x1080.jpg 810w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-garden-asia.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-garden-asia.jpg\" alt=\"China Garden at the International Friendship Gardens in La Crosse\" class=\"wp-image-78003\" style=\"width:680px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-garden-asia.jpg 900w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-garden-asia-223x297.jpg 223w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-garden-asia-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-garden-asia-480x640.jpg 480w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/lacrosse-garden-asia-810x1080.jpg 810w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">China Garden at the International Friendship Gardens in La Crosse (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-explore-more-of-the-midwest\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explore_More_of_the_Midwest\"\/>Explore More of the Midwest<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Discover <a style=\"font-weight: bold;\" href=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/duluth-with-kids\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" rel=\"follow noopener noreferrer\">what to do in Duluth with kids<\/a> along the shores of Lake Superior in Northern Minnesota.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dig into deep dish pizza and set sail on an architectural cruise with this <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/best-chicago-with-kids-activities\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" rel=\"follow noopener noreferrer\">guide to Chicago with kids<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From an indoor zipline to an expansive aquarium, go beyond shopping at the biggest mall in the U.S. with this list of <a href=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/things-to-do-mall-of-america\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" rel=\"follow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>things to do at Mall of America<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Find the best roller coasters, live entertainment, and water rides with these <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/valleyfair-tips\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" rel=\"follow noopener noreferrer\">tips for Valleyfair Theme Park<\/a><\/strong> in Minnesota.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1050\" height=\"1575\" alt=\"Fun Things to Do in La Crosse, WI\" class=\"wp-image-78015\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-statue.png 1050w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-statue-198x297.png 198w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-statue-1024x1536.png 1024w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-statue.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1050\" height=\"1575\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-statue.png\" alt=\"Fun Things to Do in La Crosse, WI\" class=\"wp-image-78015\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-statue.png 1050w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-statue-198x297.png 198w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-statue-1024x1536.png 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<h2 id=\"h-save-these-la-crosse-tips\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Save_These_La_Crosse_Tips\"\/>Save These La Crosse Tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\/><\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For future travel planning, save the graphic above or below to Pinterest. Please follow\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/travelsbetween\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Colleen Travels Between on Pinterest<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>while you\u2019re at it!<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1050\" height=\"1575\" alt=\"Things to Do in La Crosse, Wisconsin\" class=\"wp-image-78017\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-riverfront2.png 1050w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-riverfront2-198x297.png 198w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-riverfront2-1024x1536.png 1024w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-riverfront2.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1050\" height=\"1575\" src=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-riverfront2.png\" alt=\"Things to Do in La Crosse, Wisconsin\" class=\"wp-image-78017\" style=\"width:300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-riverfront2.png 1050w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-riverfront2-198x297.png 198w, https:\/\/travelsbetween.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/la-crosse-pin-riverfront2-1024x1536.png 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Which of these fun things to do in La Crosse tops your list of must-dos? Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"dpsp-share-text \" style=\"margin-bottom:10px\">\n\t\tSharing is caring!\t<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Hands of Unity Statue, a symbol of La Crosse by artist Paul T. Granlund (Photo credit: Colleen Lanin) Let\u2019s explore La Crosse, a pretty little city along the Mississippi River in Wisconsin. The river plays a large role in La Crosse\u2019s trading history, and it still anchors the city today with its beauty. 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