Lake Geneva, Wisconsin — Ultimate City Guide

Why go

City in Wisconsin, United States.
Served by Grand Geneva Resort Airport (XES).

History

Lake Geneva is a city in Walworth County, Wisconsin, United States. Situated on Geneva Lake, the population was 8,277 at the 2020 census. It is located 40 miles (64 km) southwest of Milwaukee and 75 miles (121 km) northwest of Chicago.

Airports

Grand Geneva Resort Airport (XES) 2.8 mi to the centre

Lake Geneva, WI, US — Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board — bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.

Indoor | Outdoor

Burlington Municipal Airport 9.5 mi to the centre

Burlington, WI, US

Outdoor

Prairie View Farm Airport 2.6 mi to the centre

Lake Geneva, WI, US

Outdoor

Lake Geneva Aire Estates Airport 3.7 mi to the centre

Lake Geneva, WI, US

Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
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When to go

Tourist season

May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season

April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding

Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Grand Geneva Resort Airport (XES); 33 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

Amtrak

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach

Intercity coach

Intercity coach

Intercity coach

Tours & experiences

Lake Geneva Cruise Line

Boat Tour