Best hotels in Appleton
Courtyard by Marriott Appleton Riverfront
101 Riverheath Way, WI 54915
Enjoy a relaxing stay along Appleton’s scenic riverfront at Marriott Appleton Riverfront. Featuring a firepit seating area and onsite bistro, this modern hotel is also situated within the delightful surroundings of Telulah Park. Stay here to be a short journey across the river to Downtown.
CopperLeaf Boutique Hotel & Spa
300 W College Ave, WI 54911
CopperLeaf exudes luxury, thanks to its onsite spa and extensive offering of treatments. It’s found just a 15-minute drive from the airport, and you can book in for a deep tissue massage soon after you land. After a long day, slip into your in-room whirlpool tub next to the fireplace.
Franklin Street Inn Bed and Breakfast
318 E Franklin St, WI 54911
This quaint inn boasts elegant Victorian-styled rooms and is housed within a turreted Victorian house. There’s comfortable beds, antique furnishings and spectacular views of the historic district here. You can also enjoy a hearty home-cooked breakfast up to your room before heading out too.
Best restaurants in Appleton
Apollon
207 N Appleton St, Appleton, WI 54911
Transport your senses to the Mediterranean when indulging in Greek fare at this cozy, family-owned restaurant. Treating diners since 1994, Apollon is known for its delectable lamb sofrito and mouthwatering braised lamb shank, cooked with herbs and honey. Dine on the patio on weekends to be serenaded by the resident pianist.
Houdini’s Escape Gastropub
1216 S Oneida St, WI 54915
Named after the famous stunt artist who lived in Appleton during his childhood, Houdini’s Escape Gastropub is a sophisticated restaurant nestled alongside the Fox River. Images of Houdini himself decorate the dark walls, which can be admired while enjoying the Wisconsin Panini – made with roast sirloin, fried onions, aged cheddar and horseradish.
Carmella’s
716 N Casaloma Dr, WI 54913
Another family establishment, this rustic Italian bistro creates traditional dishes packed with flavor. Whether it’s lathered on lasagna, pappardelle with chicken or risotto, the homemade sauces are the showstoppers. Try as you dine, then order your owns jars of Carmella’s sauce online to savor at home.
Best attractions in Appleton
Butterfly Garden of Wisconsin
N2550 WI-47, WI 54913
Immerse yourself in a fluttering paradise of color at the Butterfly Garden. A kaleidoscope of native species swarm upon the vibrant foliage of the gardens, some living their entire cycle among the local flowers. Walk across Butterfly Bridge for impressive panoramic views and get lost in the two-acre maze, where you can meet the resident deer.
Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve
4815 N Lynndale Dr, WI 54913
This 775-acre span of mixed habitat is an all-in-one adventure site and educational hub. The Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve has spent more than 40 years teaching visitors about local flora and fauna, the importance of environmental ethics and encourages wellness by getting back to nature. Be sure to explore the 8-mile network of trails and look out for visiting birds.
Hearthstone Historic House Museum
625 W Prospect Ave, WI 54911
You’ve no doubt heard of Thomas Edison, but do you know where it all sparked off? Hearthstone Historic House Museum is a site of historical heritage, as it was the first residence illuminated by the Edison system, in 1882. Leaving the candles behind, the house has now become a museum of artefacts, including the original light fixtures implemented by Edison.