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Platteville, Wisconsin

Platteville is the largest city in Grant County, Wisconsin, United States. The population was 11,836 at the 2020 census.

Type CityPopulation 11,836

Why go

  • City in Grant County, Wisconsin.
  • Served by Boscobel Airport.

History

Platteville is the largest city in Grant County, Wisconsin, United States. The population was 11,836 at the 2020 census. It is located atop the greater Platte River valley in the southern Driftless Region of Wisconsin, an area known for its karst topography and rolling hills. It is home to the University of Wisconsin–Platteville. It is the principal city of the Platteville micropolitan statistical area, which has an estimated population of 51,938.

Where to stay

55 S Elm St, Platteville, WI 53818 · ihg.com
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100 Highway 80-81 South, Platteville, WI 53818 · wyndhamhotels.com
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630 S Water St, Platteville, WI 53818 · choicehotels.com
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Restaurants & places to go

Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 07:00-22:00 Features: takeaway, delivery · 1770 Progressive Parkway, Platteville, 53818 · bk.com
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Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:30-22:00 Features: outdoor seating, takeaway, vegan options, step-free access · 375 East Business Highway 151,… · culvers.com
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Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: 10:30-02:00 Features: takeaway, delivery · 490 East Business Highway 151, Platteville, 53818 · pizza.dominos.com
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Donut, Coffee Shop, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 05:00-23:00 Features: takeaway · 245 E Business Highway 151, Platteville, 53818 · locations.dunkindonuts.com
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Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Th 11:00-20:00; Fr,Sa 11:00-21:00; Su 10:00-20:00 Features: vegetarian options · 160 McGregor Plaza, Platteville, 53818 · wi.platteville.papamurphys.com
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Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: 08:00-21:00 Features: takeaway · 1800 Progressive Parkway, Platteville, 53818 · restaurants.subway.com
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Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: 24/7 Features: outdoor seating, takeaway · 1775 Progressive Parkway, Platteville, 53818 · mcdonalds.com
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Ice Cream, Burger, Fast Food · Features: outdoor seating, takeaway · 110 East Business Highway 151, Platteville, 53818 · dairyqueen.com
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Sandwich, Fast Food · Features: takeaway, delivery · 105 East Main Street, Platteville, 53818 · locations.jimmyjohns.com
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Pizza, Restaurant · Features: takeaway, delivery · 230 West Business Highway 151, Platteville, 53818 · locations.pizzahut.com
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Mexican, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 1465 E Business Hwy 151, Platteville, 53818 · tacojohns.com
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Chinese, Restaurant · Opening hours: Su-Th 11:00-21:30; Fr,Sa 11:00-22:00 · 300 McGregor Plaza, Platteville, 53818 · asiancafe-wi.com
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Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 06:30-19:00; Sa,Su 08:00-19:00 Features: vegetarian options · 10 East Main Street, Platteville, 53818 · badgerbroscoffee.com
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Pizza, Restaurant · Opening hours: Su-Th 16:00-23:30; Fr,Sa 16:00-01:30 · 175 West Main Street, Platteville, 53818 · stevespizzapalace.com
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Ice Cream, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 12:00-20:30; Sa 12:00-21:00; Su 12:00-20:00; PH off · 125 East Main Street, Platteville, 53818
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Coffee Shop, Breakfast, Sandwich, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-14:00 · 185 South Hickory Street, Platteville, 53818 · frassatiscoffeehouse.com
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Fast Food · fast food · 111 Millennium Drive, Platteville, 53818 · awrestaurants.com
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American, Restaurant · American restaurant · 60 South Court Street, Platteville, 53818 · ticketbarandgrill.com
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Mexican, Restaurant · Mexican restaurant · 300 W Business Hwy 151, Platteville, 53818
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Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 95 East Business Highway 151, Platteville, 53818 · locations.tacobell.com
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Sandwich, Restaurant · Features: takeaway, delivery · 245 E Business Hwy 151, Platteville, 53818
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American, Restaurant · American restaurant · 92 East Main Street, Platteville, 53818
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Chinese, Restaurant · Chinese restaurant · 475 E Business Hwy 151, Platteville, 53818
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American, Restaurant · American restaurant · 45 North 2nd Street, Platteville, 53818
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Juice, Fast Food · Juice fast food
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Mexican, Restaurant · Mexican restaurant · 135 East Main Street, Platteville, 53818
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Coffee Shop, Cafe · Coffee Shop cafe · 80 North 2nd Street, Platteville, 53818
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American, Restaurant · American restaurant · 60 East Mineral Street, Platteville, 53818
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Airports

Platteville Municipal Airport 3.5 mi to the centre
Platteville, WI, US
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Iowa County Airport 16 mi to the centre
Mineral Point, WI, US
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Boscobel Airport 31 mi to the centre
Boscobel, WI, US
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Pickel Point Airport 6.6 mi to the centre
Platteville, WI, US
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Lancaster Municipal Airport 11 mi to the centre
Lancaster, WI, US
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Where things are

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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 Boscobel Airport; 12 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 Platteville, Wisconsin. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

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