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Lake Geneva

Lake Geneva is a sightseeing stop in Lake Geneva, WI, part of the Chicago guide. Cost: free.

· Lake Geneva, WI

Why you should go…

Lake Geneva is a resort town in southeastern Wisconsin built around Geneva Lake, historically home to Chicago-era summer estates. Visit Lake Geneva, formed in 2016 from a merger of the local chamber of commerce and the area convention and visitors bureau, promotes the town to travelers. Downtown shops, restaurants and the lakefront path are among its visitor draws.

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What's around here?

The closest stops to Lake Geneva, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Museums
    History Buff

    Yerkes Observatory

    $25–$50

    Historic 1897 astronomical observatory offering guided tours of its restored telescopes, architecture and archives.

    3.8 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Museums
    Family Favorite

    Volo Auto Museum

    Under $25

    A sprawling car museum and family attraction in Volo, Illinois, with classic, celebrity, and movie cars.

    23 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Lake County

    Free

    Illinois county along Lake Michigan with lakefront towns, Great America and Chicago area day trips.

    28 mi awayMore like this

  • Attractions
    Family Favorite

    Six Flags Great America

    $50+

    Ride roller coasters like Goliath and Maxx Force at a theme park between Chicago and Milwaukee, with a water park next door.

    31 mi awaySwitch it up: Attractions

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Chicago Northwest

    Free

    Tourism marketing office for Chicago's northwest suburbs, covering Schaumburg, Arlington Heights and more.

    41 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    DeKalb County

    Free

    Illinois farm country home to Northern Illinois University, historic Sycamore and the Egyptian Theatre.

    41 mi awayMore like this