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WISCONSIN
Please be sure to call
and verify times and rates as they are subject to change
ACTIVITIES:
BARABOO-
CIRCUS WORLD
550 Water St (Hwy 113), Baraboo 866.693.1500
www.circusworldmuseum.com
COST: May 19 - Sept 3 (Performance Season): $14.95
Adults / $7.95 Children (age3 5 - 11) / $12.95 Seniors (age 65+),
Remainder of year (Non-performance Season): $7 Adults / $3.50 Children (age3 5 - 11) /
$6 Seniors (age 65+),
HOURS: May 19 - Sept 3: Daily 9a - 6p, Sept
4 - May 18: Daily 9a - 6p
If you love the circus, you will love a walk around the 60 acre
Circus World Museum. Visit during the performance
season and see circus acts. Tour the buildings filled with
memorabilia.
FAMILY FRIENDLY PROS-
The kids were very interested in the displays and the circus acts.
FAMILY FRIENDLY CONS- Not as interesting during the
non-performance season.
LUDINGTON-
LAKE MICHIGAN CAR FERRY
900 S. Lakeview Drive 800.841.4243
www.ssbadger.com
COST: Passenger fee- 1 way: $52 Adult /
$47 Age 65 and over / $24 Age 5 - 15 / Free for Under 5
Round Trip: $87 Adult / $79 Age 65 and over / $39 Age 5
- 15 / Free for Under 5 CALL FOR VEHICLE FEES
HOURS: Call for crossing schedule
Whether you are planning a vacation in Michigan or just want to
take a day trip, the SS Badger is a great way to cross Lake
Michigan. The ferry is large and fun to explore. There
is a Kidsport Play Room for little ones to color, climb soft
climbing toys, and watch children's movies. There
is also a video arcade. There is a restaurant.
If you want a place to relax during the four hour crossing there are
plenty of seating areas or you can rent a stateroom for $39 each way
or $69 round trip. We found that to be a great place to let
the children take a little rest. Remember it is cooler
out on the water so be sure to bring a jacket.
FAMILY FRIENDLY PROS- There are
several things for the kids to do once they have tired of the
original excitement of being on board the ferry. My children
particularly enjoyed watching the cars as they were unloaded at the
new dock.
FAMILY FRIENDLY CONS- Though the boat is large and doesn't
move a lot, there is a chance of sea sickness.
PEPIN- LAURA INGALLS WILDER MUSEUM & WAYSIDE
Museum: Hwy 35, Pepin
Wayside: 7 miles north of Pepin on Road CC
www.pepinwisconsin.com
MUSEUM HOURS: May - Oct- 10 am - 5 pm / Closed Nov - Apr
The informational museum in Pepin has displays on Laura
Ingalls Wilder and pioneer life. Just seven miles up the road
you will find the Little House Wayside. A replica cabin is
built on the piece of land once owned by the Ingalls family (as
written about in Little House in the Big Woods). The cabin has
informational displays, picnic tables and restrooms.
FAMILY FRIENDLY PROS-
Fun way to learn about history. Interesting for children who
enjoyed the Little House books.
WISCONSIN DELLS- DELLS BOAT TOURS
Wisconsin Dells 608.254.8555
www.dellsboats.com
COST: Call for pricing as there are several tour options
HOURS: Open mid-March to October. Call for tour schedule
The Dells Boat Tours offers a variety of tours; from a one
hour non-stop to a two hour tour with 2 stops along the way.
You might also enjoy the 50 minute jet boat tour or the dinner
cruise. Whichever you choose, you are sure to enjoy the
beautiful scenery and interesting narrated stories. Even
younger children enjoyed the tour.
FAMILY FRIENDLY PROS- The two hour tour offers two
opportunities to leave the boat and walk around which was a nice
option for families. The kids enjoyed getting out and walking
around the scenic riverside.
RESTAURANT:
WISCONSIN DELLS-
MOOSEJAW PIZZA & BREWING CO
110 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy S, Wisconsin Dells
608.254.1122
www.dellsmoosejaw.com
The Dells' only microbrewery is also a fun family restaurant.
The younger kids loved the paper antlers that were handed out.
The food was very good. The menu had a nice variety, from
sandwiches to steaks. There is a kids menu with foods
that should please any child. The children's menu is priced at
$5.49.
FAMILY FRIENDLY PROS- Great variety on the Kids Menu.
Fun, outdoorsy atmosphere.
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