39 Best Stops Between Grand Rapids and Hastings (2024)

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It’s a must visit place accordingly to me if you are visiting Holland MI. Kids will love this place. My daughter simply loves this place.Pros:* Decent entry fees(They provided free pass for the next visit too as we entered the village 3 hours before the closing time)* Unlimited rides* kids friendly. You can say it’s a paradise for kids.* So many activities to do.* Dutch style buildings and staff with Dutch costumes give you pure Dutch feel.

Dutch Village is a step back in time. You can be weighed to see if you are a witch. You can buy a whole cheese wheel. You can ride a vintage Ferris Wheel. You can learn to Dutch dance. You can walk a goat. You can go inside a chicken coop with the birds.Dutch village is amazing for everyone in your group. The young, the old, the in between - everyone finds something they love.On Special weekends you may find a Queens Party, a Pirate Festival, a Renaissance weekend… you never know what you might see.

My husband and I had seen Holland, Michigan and the Dutch Village on social media, so we did some research. It looked like a really interesting place. We took my parents and 2-year-old. It was awesome for the price of the tickets. There were a number of different opportunities for kids to drive tractors or other little attractions. There was also a small Ferris wheel, carousel, swings, and a petting zoo. My daughter loved it. Overall, a great experience, especially with kids!

Not been here o a long time.It is was a nice to day.Why not go enjoy the day in Holland Michigan.Its changed slot. And that's a good thing. I still want to go to the tulip garden. Never been there.Next I will. Go early for sure!

Fun but definitely tourist-y destination in Holland exploring the area's Dutch roots and ancestry. Lots of fun activities, exhibits, dances, and animals for little ones to play with and enjoy. Knowledgeable and friendly staff who love showing off their exhibits. Very walkable and a great place to spend an afternoon.

We had a wonderful visit at Dutch village. Our children are 8,6, and 2 and they really enjoyed themselves. They liked the rides, and I liked taking pictures of flowers! I appreciated that the food wasn’t wildly overpriced. Overall, a nice visit.

A group of 23 of us took a day trip and came to the Dutch Village in Holland, Michigan. Many of the tulips are gone,, But we still had shopping, coffee shops, rides on the ferris wheel and other rides, and we all watched the last dance performance by a group of dancers depicting Dutch dancing. Some of our group even participated in one of the dances! That was fun to watch. A great day at the Dutch Village! Thank you, Dutch Village for your friendliness and kindness! Enjoyable day!!

This place was such a cute and fun cloudy day activity to do with kids! Ages ranged from 5 to 65 in our group, and everyone loved it! We did cheese tasting, stroopwaffel making, rode so many rides, tried on wooden shoes, and had an amazing time! We were there from open at 10 until a little over an hour before close at 7(we did leave to go get lunch and swim, returning is free). We recommend this to anyone!!

I took my family here, it was the 1st time visiting and it was wonderful. All the stuff there is to do and learn is great, but I think the best part is the workers who truly seem to enjoy their jobs and were very friendly, very educational, and took the time to answer any of our questions.

This place is perfect for a fun, educational visit, and it's great for all ages! Price is reasonable, and you get to learn about wooden shoes, how to make cheese, watch a traditional dance, etc. There's a fun place area for the younger kids, a petting zoo, carousel, ferris wheel. Definitely recommend!

This place is very rich in history. This is a really cool place for kids to go and see the history of Dutch settling in Holand MI. It has a couple of carousel playgrounds, animals trying on of the wooden shoes and how they are made. They have lots of exhibits on how thing were made, period correct clothing and much more. I would recommend taking your younger kids here.

This little village was cute, had a great gift shop, food and activities for small children. The rides are dated and meant for children but it was all part of the experience. We rode the swings, ferris wheel and carousel and everyone had a good time! We petted some cute animals at the barn area and overall it was fun! The place is so cute and plenty of opportunities for photos!

Our family and us hung out there and spent the day. We have kids so this was perfect place for them to do and learn. Not badly priced too. Each kid got a waffle and hot chocolate and we made memories. Over all I would say it was a decent value for the money especially now they've expanded. Way improved.

Totally worth every penny and more. All of the activities are included with learning sessions. My family had a great time. Fun for kids and adults.

My family attended Dutch village on a Saturday. It wasn't too busy. We bought our tickets online which came to $15 a person, 3 and under are free, if you buy them there its $17 a person. My daughter was able to ride all the rides at 40in tall. It Looked like you had to be around 32-34in tall to be able to ride. The animals were our favorite part. They were so lovable and wanted all the attention. You could interact with them, which was nice. I recommend going. We were there for around 4 hours.

My husband and I went to Dutch Village for the first time while we were visiting family. We really enjoyed it! They had a live show of Klompers , and at the end, they gave the audience the chance to get up and join them. They also have an area where they have animals like baby goats, Llamas, and pigs. So many other things to do, like tour an old fashion Dutch school room, cheese tasting, wooden shoe carving and souvenir shops.

Fun little place. Interesting selection of merchandise and food products to browse and purchase. Cool that they do demos of things like cheese making and wooden shoe making and traditional dance, etc.Entrance fee is a bit high based on the available activities that are included once inside, but nothing crazy. Worth a stop to check it out with the family. Looks like they are adding some new attractions as well including axe throwing.

I didn’t have much expectation before going. We all ended up enjoying couple hours there. It’s a small park. They set up many ‘shows’ - dancing , clogs making, staff explaining in individual building. I leant much more the Dutch culture here than my previous trips in the actual Holland. There are many old machines, displays which are well kept. All staff are friendly and are passionate sharing their knowledge with us. Although the rides are more for young kids , my 10-year old said the park is the highlight of our visit in this town. Definitely recommend this place to any family’s travellers.

First time visiting Holland. This place is very cute! There is a lot to see. Beautiful! Great for kids! They have farm animals, Ferris wheel, swings, ice cream, etc. Highly recommended 👌

This was such a fun little experience. There were a lot of cute little shops, opportunities to learn about the culture, fun foods (definitely hit up the cheese store! Theres a variety of cheeses to try any buy!) and a ton of photo ops! A few rides for the kids and the petting zoo was so adorable!!! There was also a discount for ordering tickets online so we did that from the parking lot!

Dutch village is very nice place to get familiar with old life style of Dutch people. A lot to see and specials are the dance and kids play stations 🚉. Staff are very cooperative, when we were at this village it suddenly started raining and becoming dark. They started to close all outlets but we couldn’t move our since we had less than six month kid in the rain, so they arranged jackets and umbrellas ☔️ for us to move to safe place into restaurant. It needs atleast a day to go through entire village so keep time n make entry.

While we were in Holland, Michigan, we discovered Nelis’ Dutch Village. We explored the store and the gardens, both of which are fantastic places. Being a photographer, I take photos everywhere I go, and this trip was no exception. I always start taking photos on the road to our destination, capturing the journey as well as the destination. Once we arrived, I continued to photograph everything. Holland is a very charming town with wonderful shops, and Nelis’ Dutch Village is certainly a highlight.

Beautiful little slice of Holland. Good food, especially cheeses. Great entertainment for the kids. The young staff there really put their heart into their roles. Thoroughly enjoyed visiting. Don’t miss the Klompendans dancers!

very fun place for children, for a group of 4 it was around 60. rides for the kids that are not extra. they can ride all day. the food is amazing and priced well. they have beer, wine, great cheese. the best ride is the manual train car that kids really love. will definitely go back and around the area is a couple antique shops

Fun experience! Only place we could find with parking for Tulip Time. Tried to go to Windmill island gardens twice this same day, but the lot was full both times. We enjoyed the tulips and decorations. There were free cheese samples out at the cheese store. There are several rides that adults can ride, but it looked like they were mostly for kids. The petting zoo was fun. Animal food cones were a $1. We enjoyed the Dutch dancing. Staff were friendly. Would recommend.

We purchased a dozen tickets for our family and visited the village for about four hours. It's the perfect place to visit if you have young kids under the age of 10.After the entry fee, your kids can try the rides as much as they like. They have areas where you can sample 24 flavors of cheeses or over a dozen flavors of fudge. The cheeses and fudge are great hits and you can tell that they are made fresh.There is also a "petting zoo" where you can hold chickens and pet some bunnies. I think this place is a must-stop if you are visiting the area. 5/5

Very interesting place to visit for tulips festival. We purchased tickets online right in front of the entrance. Tickets are good for the whole day so can leave and come back. Lots of activities to do! We went last weekend of April and all tulips were blooming already

Hung out here on a cloudy afternoon in Holland, MI and I feel like it’s important to commend young employees that really take pride in their position. Most of the kids working here were all dressed for their part and from the dance squad to the merry go round you could tell they spent a lot of time getting the park ready for patrons. The park was clean and well maintained. Everyone was very knowledgeable and everyone we talked to always had a smile and kind words to share. Thanks to all!

This is a really cute, quaint, local "theme park" located within Holland. It is set up to look like a mini-Netherlands, with lots of lessons and activities available to entertain a variety of audiences, especially children. Having been to Amsterdam before, there were a couple of moments when I found myself being reminded of that part of the world as we explored this park. The people that work here are very warm and friendly, and they work hard to maintain the park's overall theme.This park is a great place to visit if you are on a field trip, or if you are visiting with family that has (younger) kiddos!

Nice place to enjoy with family. Especially for children’s . So many activities ,rides. If you are planning a trip is better to buy tickets online. (Online $16) otherwise $18per head.Also you can enjoy the Dutch dance performance as well as lessons.

I’m glad I didn’t listen to the negative comments and went to check it out myself. My husband and I went today and had a great time. Lots of great demonstrations and even got free samples. Loved learning about the Dutch history. Bought tickets online $16/person.

We visited 2 years ago and def see a huge improvement in all the buildings and overall park. There’s more fun things for the kids to do!We loved the petting farm specially the chickens🫶🏻.You have to try the freshly made Wafers next to the fudge store.We appreciate all the costumes, the dancing show and all the hard work from each and every person that works here.Coming to this place has become a tradition now!

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12350 James St, Holland, MI 49424, USA

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We reserved a spot for wine tasting online. It was $10 per person and we got our own table and 7 tastings. It also comes with a $5 off coupon when you buy 4 bottles of wine. We ordered the charcuterie which was a great deal for how much food you get, and yummy! Also, there was live music on the lawn and great prices on the glasses of wine! Beautiful place! Definitely will be going again!

Staff was super courteous and knowledgeable about the wines. Great place to spend the afternoon. We overnighted via Harvest Hosts in 40' class A towing our grand cherokee, plenty of space to maneuver! Even picked some fresh chestnuts

A suggestion from my boss' wife. They had an event but we were still able to do a wine tasting at the 'bar'. Denise assisted us and she was very pleasant. We tried 7 different samples (technically 14, 7 each) and had some hits and misses. We did bring 4 bottles home with one being a gift for the suggesty. Nice experience and some decent wines.

Super fun vineyard! Lots of fun places to sit and enjoy the views. Great value wine tasting. We received flight with TEN tastings, it was a great value.Staff were very helpful and friendly. Can't wait to go back!

My girlfriend and another couple really enjoyed the wines. Grounds are stunning, even though we were there after the harvest. Sommeliers were wonderful. A+

The wine is 5 stars but the place is kind of boring inside. If it's nice weather I recommend sitting outside, since the grounds are nicer than being inside.

Fenn Valley Vineyard did an amazing job for my daughters bridal shower. The host Deb helped with all the details. Awesome wine tastings and service. Well worth the money. Recommend this place to everyone.

Fenn Valley Winery offers a fantastic experience:1. The location is stunning, creating a picturesque atmosphere.2. Private spaces make it perfect for parties and gatherings.3. The diverse and reasonably priced selection of wines caters to various tastes.4. Membership perks, earned through purchases, include free tastings and discounts, enhancing the overall value.

The Best Vineyard in Michigan!! We always look forward to coming here. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly and professional and we would recommend Fenn Valley to anyone. Thank You for making our latest visit as memorable as the last one.

Lovely and large tasting room and area outdoors to enjoy a tasting or a glass of wine. Hubby and I enjoyed the Peach and Honey wine on our honeymoon and came back for another bottle. Also found a new variety that we love -42 Ice Wine! Be sure to ask for a tasting! Decided to join the wine club while we were here so we'll now have free tastings when we go and a variety of wines that we can take home throughout the year.

We came here for my sister’s bachelorette trip this weekend. We had the most amazing time. The private tasting room was decorated beautifully for the bride-to-be and wedding party. The attention to detail was well-appreciated. The charcuterie was delicious. We had the pleasure of having Deb as our party server. She was very friendly and made our experience even better. After our tasting, we bought a couple bottles to enjoy outside with live music and to take pictures. This was the highlight of our weekend. We would definitely come back!

Great winery with a large variety of wines and ciders to choose from. The facility is well maintained and they have space for larger accommodations.

Caryl was so kind and helpful. Such a beautiful day and she suggested sitting outside. She even had me try some new wine that I absolutely loved.Got a charcuterie board and it was so wonderful. Highly recommend coming to this place.

The hubby and I have been wine club members here for a while, and absolutely love the wine; BUT we love coming in for a glass because we ADORE the staff. Everyone is so down to earth, and caring, and clearly love what they do - which is introducing the rest of us to the latest and greatest flavor experience Fenn Valley has created. Exhibit A: I tried Meritage a couple times years ago, wasn't a fan. Today, Wendy, Deb and Linda had me try the latest version and I LOVED it. Now my only problem is I don't have enough hours in the day to drink all the wine I'd like to.......Thank you, Fenn Valley!!!!!

Fenn Valley has some really good wines. Great venue. Delicious charcuterie. We took the vinyard tour and enjoyed tasting the grapes along with the wine from that grape. Aaron was a lot of fun and taught us so much during our tour. Highly recommend!

We went for a tasting today, and Wendy facilitated our tasting. Wendy was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly the entire time. It felt like we had known her for years! The wines were excellent and were of good value for seven samples. It has beautiful grounds to sit outside, but I’d recommend a guided tasting to learn more about the winery!

My husband and I had a blast learning about Michigan wine with Wendy here! It was a very relaxed and fun experience with some great treats to take home.

only 1 star because nothing lower available. Cannot speak to the wine as we never received our tasting samples.30 minutes after paying, we were still not served. When I asked why, we learned our sample form was thrown away. Could have not ignored us and ask if we needed more help. When I was told what happened, no apologies offered. I even had to ask for a refund.

We always enjoy this family owned winery. There are a wide variety of wines for every palate and lots of events. The tour of the various vines was very enjoyable and educational!

Middle aged woman with short grey hair at the front does not have a friendly or welcoming demeanor to be the face at the entrance. The people in front of us was a large party and she quickly rattled off that this was not a restaurant and no one would be serving them. They were just inquiring what the options were. When it was our turn, we asked to do a flight and she quickly said it would be 30min, so my husband asked if it would take 30 min to get a glass of wine. She said no, so we did that. It felt like she wanted us to leave, did not feel welcomed at all. We visited the tasting room in Saugatuck yesterday and had great customer service despite how busy they were. We visited other wineries and had way better customer service. Wine is just ok, so the other wineries may be a better option.

My partner and I went in for a wine tasting and had the best time! Kim was fantastic. He had so many great stories and told us all about the tasty wine we were trying. We would definitely come back; the experience was fabulous and the wine was unique and delicious!

Fantastic place for wine tasting at a great price. They have a good selection of wines and hard ciders and they charcuterie...very tasty. The grounds are inviting so you can sit outside( in the shade or in the sun) and sip your wino.

Linda was amazing helping us to decide which wines we'd enjoy. She spent a lot of time introducing us to different wines in our taste pallets. She was very knowledgeable AND LOADS OF FUN!!! Don't let her get away!!

We went during our girls trip. Much older outdated establishment (which did not bother me). We had a “private” taste testing with Deb! She was great! One of my glasses was missing wine and was also a way smaller pour than my mother and sister in laws. None of the wines really stood out which was unfortunate, but we only tasted 7. I’d go back again to give it another shot.

Carol was awesome!!! Great descriptions of the wine, very knowledgeable and personable. Definitely made our experience with Fenn Valley better than we could’ve expected. First time visitors to this establishment. Highly recommended. We will definitely be back. Also, we purchased several bottles of wine.

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6130 122nd Ave, Fennville, MI 49408, USA

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This was more enjoyable than I had originally thought. The flowers were beautiful. Can't even imagine what it would look like when the tulips are in bloom. The gift ship was small and quaint and the carousel was being enjoyed by kids. The outdoor organ was fun. I even saw a few teens dancing and having fun being silly. That was really nice. The windmill was beautiful and going inside to hear the history from one of the employees was worth it.

Sincerely thought I posted a review for this place already. Super cute! Very touristy. The windmill was transported from legit Holland. The photos really say it all. It's not expensive to get in unless you are paying for a while group. I think it was like $15 a person, but I can't remember exactly. Great for a touristy walk, and some cute photos.

This is a beautiful place to come and stroll, they have a marsh with all kinds of wildlife. The windmill is very fascinating to tour, the historic street organ was beautiful, just to see this historic gem and to see the inside and how it works was amazing and a wonderful learning experience. They have gift shops and a carousel that gives free rides every hour. I enjoyed my walk through this Netherlandish replica. I loved the women walking around in classic Dutch clothing and shoes. I recommend everyone take their family at least one time. You don’t have to go during the tulip festival I believe it’s something you can do all year round.

Stopped here for a quick visit on an RV trip. Beautiful grounds, lovely windmill, and enthusiastic staff who are eager to engage and teach about Dutch culture and the grinding process of the windmill. The gardens were well manicured and gorgeous. Kids enjoyed the carousel which runs every 30 min at no additional fee. The only downside was for as much as it cost to get in there wasn’t much to do except see the windmill, organ, and carousel. Was still worth the visit just thought it was a bit overpriced.

This place was beautiful. Workers were dressed up in authentic Dutch clothing and were very friendly and helpful, answering all the questions that I had. There are so many things to see and do. It would be best to come early May when all the tulip fields are in bloom. Everything was so well taken care of and just breathtaking. I will be bringing the rest of my family back to check this area out again.

Great place to just walk around. We came to see the Tulips. We climbed up inside the windmill. It is an interesting museum and garden. It's worth the price, because of the amount of time and work it must take to take care of this place.

I was really excited to come here. We live 3 hours away. I looked up the best time to see the tulips and I found tulip festival is the best time. So we planned and drove 3 hours here. Then, we sat in traffic forever, only to finally get to the entrance just to see the parking lot is closed, and then we finally found parking downtown. Walk all the way up just to be told there is an hour wait to get tickets. So we wait to get tickets. Come in to overcrowded Park, and the flowers were mostly half dead. And if there were okay ones, there was a mob of people everywhere. I exepted fields of flowers, but in reality, it was only 4. I feel like the festival should have started sooner before all the flowers died. If the flowers looked good, it would have been all worth it.

What a fantastic garden and windmill. The windmill was purchased and shipped over from the Netherlands, so it's the real deal, and the knowledgeable staff are clearly proud that Holland calls it home. The garden was gorgeous in bloom, and I loved the emphasis on pollinators. There are plenty of great spots for photos. It's a fantastic place for a lovely stroll.

Great place to visit! Amazing tulips! Open to the public. $12 per person. Gift shop, and food available. Great opportunity to see the tulips that you can order for home. Nice easy hole around tulip fields. Windmill was accessible.

Lovely place to visit, especially if you enjoy history, windmills and/or tulips. I went when they were having an autumn craft event, which made it pretty lively. The Dutch village itself is very cool even when there's not an event going on. The windmill is worth checking out to see how grains used to be processed (and all of the instruments of grain torture...). The windmill was only open Thurs-Sat when I visited so definitely double-check before going if you want to see the inside and get a bird's eye view of the gardens.

The staff there are so friendly and are eager to tell you all about the place. The gardens are beautiful and the windmill is great to go up in and see. We enjoyed it! The gift shop is really nice as well!

Such a beautiful place and the staff are so friendly! They have horses, tons of flowers all over. The river next to it is relaxing! You can get married here, see a street organ! Definitely a place to stop. Also, try their cheese!

The tulips were stunning. It was wildly windy so when we made it to the top of the windmill the outdoor observation area was closed, but safety. Lots of fun facts around the park, tons of photo ops and a great selection in the gift shop.

Visiting Windmill Island Gardens in May was a breathtaking experience, especially with the abundance of tulips in full bloom. The gardens were a riot of color, with thousands of tulips creating a vibrant and picturesque landscape.The highlight of the visit was undoubtedly the authentic Dutch windmill, which adds a charming and unique touch to the gardens. The well-maintained pathways and thoughtfully designed flower beds made it a joy to explore every corner of this beautiful park.In addition to the stunning tulips, the gardens feature a variety of other flowers and plants, making it a delightful place for nature lovers and photographers alike. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable, providing interesting insights into the history and horticulture of the gardens.Overall, Windmill Island Gardens is a must-visit destination in May. The explosion of tulips and the serene, picturesque environment make it a perfect spot for a peaceful stroll and a memorable day out.

Still open in winter technically, but obviously all the attractions are closed, but you can get access and walk around. Fun little romantic spot to come that is very isolated, no doubt it is heaving during tourist season.

Beautiful landscaping. Very cool actual windmill to explore. Worth the visit during Tulip Time and even when the tulips are gone, the landscaping have different varieties of beautiful flowers and plants. Cute little museum, kids playground and carousel.

An enjoyable stop on our way home from vacation. I'm glad we stopped! The grounds were beautiful with flowers in full bloom. Each staff member we met was very friendly and informative. And to top it off, the windmill was an amazing piece of ingenuity.

I had a good time here. I do wish there were bigger fields of tulips like in the Netherlands! I thought the workers in the windmill were adorable and very informative. I went on a beautiful day and did not regret my time spent. It cost $12 to get in and they had a food truck to purchase food and a gift shop. I probably missed a few things to do but I’m sure those were fun as well.

Not what the photos will promised you. So here's some angles to show you the actual state of this location. It's few patches of Tulips with more weeds than the flowers and Tulip plants which grew barely a feet heigh. We went at the peak of the season (May 4th Saturday) and the first to enter the park, so none of the plants were run down by the crowd yet. But still it was worse than you think. Can you take an impressive photo with a Windmill at the back if you place the camera just at the right angle? Yes. Would you be impressed by the location, at all? No. So if you happen to drive through Holland, MI and need to stop for some reason, do visit this place. But please don't waste your time to drive hours to see a Tulip Garden. You won't. I was sad about the miles of people queuing up to enter the garden when we were leaving. Cherry on top was the run down Macatawa River with dead weed and barely any water. This is definitely the "Poor Man's version of Tulip Festival in Netherlands". And not worth a drive. Not recommended.

Okay. I’m from the west coast and saw this place on a whim and made my family stop. Maybe not the best way to spend money but to each their own.This is not to distract from the history or those who paved a way for immigration. I’m just speaking to the price tag of entry for my whole family.I think there were 6 people in the park the whole time we were there. We walked to the top of the windmill.They were boasting of the windmill being the biggest in all of America from the Netherlands….but how many windmills are there in the states???The workers were very friendly and knowledgeable. Kids like the carousel ride.Maybe better in the spring?

As a Dutch person from The Netherlands (on holiday) these gardens are very interesting to walkthrough, they display an accurate representation of traditional dutch culture. All the staff is very friendly and very interesting to talk with. The windmill is great to make pictures from and great to learn about how windmills work on the inside. All in all went there and had a great time.

Windmill Island Gardens is a beautiful spot with a charming Dutch windmill, colorful flowers, and peaceful gardens. It’s a great place for a relaxing walk and taking lovely photos. If you're a member of certain other gardens, you might enjoy free admission. There's plenty of parking, picnic tables for a relaxing meal, and a delightful carousel that children will love.

Such a beautiful day to visit. Visited October 12, I would love to come back when the tulips are bloomed but still the garden was maintained.Perfect place to go for a stroll around. Inside of Windmill was interesting and good experience for going up.

It was a beautiful place to be for a day trip. We went on May 10 when the tulips were in full bloom and enjoyed a lot. There were lots of tulips of different colors. It was a bit crowded though but that was okay. There are a few parking lots with enough space and that shouldn’t be a problem at all. Parking is free. There is a 12 dollar admission fee for one person and no discount for students. I would say 12 dollars was worth it for us because we haven’t seen that many tulips ever. There are two restaurants with few food options and ice cream. The prices are reasonable. There is a big shop to buy garments, arts and show pieces of different kinds. The wooden boots were unique because I haven’t seen them anywhere before. I would recommend the place to visit in the right time.

Nice tulip garden. Must visit for tulip season 🌷🌹.. 9 to 5.30 entry $12 for adults and $5 for kids. If you go after 5.30 it's free to enter till 7pm

It was an enlightening experience! You get to climb to the top of the Windmill and learn what they would make in them. Beautiful tulips! A strip of little stores that sells great things of Holland, and amazing snacks, you get to try cheeses too! Pesto Ghouda, comes highly recommended!

My 83-year-old parents always wanted to go see the tulips. I had always heard about the tulips in Holland, but had never been. We went the weekend before the tulip festival to avoid the crowds. I’m glad we did. We were still able to take advantage of the attached free parking. The tulips and other flowers were beautiful, but overall the gardens were much smaller than I anticipated. $12/person seems excessive for basically three fields of flowers, a windmill and a shop. The only food available was a stand that had corn dogs and a few other state fair type foods. The shop only had one register and the line wrapped around the inside of the shop. My parents were happy to see the tulips so that alone made it worthwhile. It honestly wasn’t horrible, but I won’t be going back.

What a great place! Beautiful flowers. We were there in June, so the tulips were not in bloom, but they had a lot of other interesting and unique flowers. I learned so much about windmills. That one they have is original and historical.

Our first time experiencing Tulip Time in Holland was truly a memorable one. As we arrived to witness the beauty of the tulips, we were taken aback by the crowds, but thankfully the lines moved quickly. Although some of the tulips had already started to wither, we still found joy in exploring the colorful displays and taking pictures among them. Additionally, we indulged in some shopping at the charming shops and savored the lively atmosphere with live music playing in the background. Overall, despite the unexpected crowds and slightly wilted flowers, we cherished our time at Tulip Time in Holland.

We visited after tulip season but before memorial Day and it was lovely. No tulips out, but still plenty of pretty plants and no crowds to connect with. Great family experience - we have a toddler and older teen and they both enjoyed it. Prices were very reasonable. Lots of great picture opportunities.

When we arrived around 11 a.m., the main entrance was closed because the parking lot was full, so we had to find parking elsewhere. By the time we found parking and walked about 15 minutes, the entrance was open again. It was a long walk pushing a stroller. Seems like we missed the peak time for the flowers, but they were still very nice. Restrooms are available right after you pay and enter. The entrance cost was $12/adult. There are limited food options. Three lunches (hamburgers, Italian sausage, fries, and drinks) were $42. A small deli style sandwich was $8. Arriving a little earlier or later may get you into the main parking lot.

Magic at the Mill Christmas event. Thought it was worth the $10 fee. The light show set to music was pretty cool to resemble dancing tulips. Good event for all ages that can walk 1/4 mile. Tent with hot chocolate and snacks available. Must buy tickets online in advance, no tickets at location.

Beautiful landscape. Sadly I went there a little late. The tulips some nice but some done. Very lovely place. I enjoyed to visit this place.

Came to the Tulip Festival with my husband and Mom. It was our first time. Very beautiful! We do wish that there was more than one option to get a bite to eat (food truck). The line to get food was longer than the line to get in. I think tickets to get in for us 3 adults was $36.The windmill itself is a must see. They let you walk upstairs to the upper deck. We also look forward to going back and digging up the Tulip bulbs after the season. It's $10 and we get to bring our own 5 gallon bucket to fill with bulbs.

Windmill island gardens**Stop! Are you looking for the famous Tulip Garden? This is it.**Our first time coming here. Not how I envision it but good. People glorify the images but in reality it’s a tame environment. I was expecting a magnificent display of tulips all over. In reality, they are planted in sections and in limited quantities.The windmill is huge! The area is surround by a small stream which must be used for watering the tulips. The bathrooms are located in the main building which is nice. No outhouses or porta potty. No need for extra smells to ruin the smell of tulips. They do have ONE food stand which serves a decent amount of different foods.I strongly suggest you come before the festival, because when it arrives, there is basically no parking spot available.Come and enjoy the tulips.Highly recommended

Lots of beautiful flowers. Friendly service. Wish there were more walking paths to get from one area to another. Ended up walking in wet grass a few times. A few empty fields (filled with tulips earlier in the season)

More fun than we expected. 4 adults and 3 teenagers. Friendly staff. We watched the 2 educational videos first, saw the vintage self playing organ, then toured the windmill. The gift shop had a nice cheese sampling area, and a place to try on wood shoes. Lots to shop for. Would love to come again during the tulip season.

I liked this little park. It had some nice gardens of flowers and plants. It was interesting to learn how the windmill made its way to Michigan and also climb the stairs to the different levels. I missed the tulips which was something I really wanted to see.Some thoughts:$12 per person is too much. I've been to far more impressive gardens and better walking paths at no cost. Holland residents can get in free, at least.Using that restroom was a terrible experience. For that entrance fee they charge, they should be able to invest in the bathroom.

Visited a week before the tulip time festival. Perfect time to avoid larger crowds and most of the flowers were already in full bloom. Not the biggest tulip farm in the area but worth it for a short stop. You can check out the view from the top of the windmill, browse in the cute shops and of course walk through rows of colorful tulips. Great place for pics especially around tulip time.

Windmill Island Gardens is a quaint and beautiful place to visit, walk around and learn about the real windmill brought from the Netherlands and the traditions and history of how Holland, Michigan was established.

We went on the first day of the festival (May4th)and it was definitely not worth the hype after a 4hr drive 😅. Super crowded and the tulips were dried up. Big farm and a couple of nice windmills. Overall it was a decent visit. There is a food stall which had very okay food. I would suggest eating somewhere outside at a good restaurant before or after your visit.Was very hard to find a parking spot. Maybe one needs to time their visit correctly.

Just Wooow. What a place to enjoy Tulips fields! We were here during Tulip Time festival. Even though Tulips bloomed and died a week in advance there were still few fields which had beautiful Tulips welcoming visitors. Even though this place is great place to enjoy tulips, it is more than that. Even if you visit it other times of the year, one of kind Dutch Windmill is good enough of a reason to visit the Windmill Island Gardens.Tip: During Tulip time, visit this place just 1-2 hours before the sunset to avoid crowd. More than that, lighting conditions will be best for photography.

Beautiful! The gardens are well kept, and the staff were very informative. We were able to tour inside the windmill. The little shops are very nice and have a lot of merchandise to look over. Free cheese samples!!😋

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We had an absolute great time! Our driver Bernie was wonderful and very knowledgeable. The ride was fun and the dunes were awesome!! I would recommend getting a time slot in advance online. The slots fill up fast.

The dune ride was an absolute blast! It was so much fun and full of thrilling moments, plus the views were absolutely stunning. It's such a unique experience that you can't find anywhere else, and it was definitely worth the money. The combination of excitement and breathtaking scenery made for an unforgettable adventure. I highly recommend this dune ride if you're looking for something fun and different to do!

Iconic attraction for locals and natives, operating since the 1950s, the dune rides are a highlight attraction in Saugatuck. Great guides, beautiful trails and fun history. Bonus: super interesting to fly over and see the trail, check it out on your next flight.

This is an absolute must do activity for anyone visiting the area! We brought our two daughters with us, ages 5 and 2, and they both had an excellent time. Our tour guide did a great job of keeping everyone entertained as well as being very informative about the local area. You learn quite a bit about the local environment and history while also having a blast shooting around in an open aired buggy on the dunes. Definitely reserve tickets ahead of time if you can, they sell out quickly!

Great experience! Our driver was so nice and knowledgeable about the area. The ride wasn’t super bumpy, and good for any age. The ride did go a lot faster than I thought it would, which I was happy about. Would recommend to anyone visiting the area!

Our driver, Austin, was wonderful! Lots of good history & plenty of corny jokes. The history of the area was so cool & it is so beautiful. There is quick stop at the top of the dunes which was unexpected. He took a picture of our group & gave us suggestions for the area. The ride itself was thrilling - not what you expect but in a good way! Highly recommend doing this activity for your weekend, very family friendly. Tickets sell out in advance so reserve online early & sign your waivers too!!

We had a great ride with this outfit. Staff was super friendly and knowledgeable about the history and subsequent creation of these sand dunes. Bernie was our supee guide that gave us a drive of our lives. He starts off and shows his reverse driving abilities without being on the seat . His fun jokes rival those of the Disneyland Jungle cruise and could easily start his own show. He intertwined that with speed cruising through the sands that only a Nascar driver could handle . I also need to mention his knowledge and history of the area and the affect of civilization in the 1900's created this dunes.I would recommend you go here and enjoy the ride. My only complaint really is that it was longer . Hated to go.Thanks for a great time.

I highly recommend doing this ride. It’s not an all day thing so not a huge time commitment. Our guide was very informative on the development, history, and ecology of the dunes. Nice scenic views. Fun experience. Worth the price of the ticket.

Our driver, Ian, was terrific. We had a blast. Very informative, and the best rollercoaster like fun around the dunes that buried the old logging town of Singapore.

We went on the dune ride in the afternoon and had a blast. Our driver was Nate. He was both knowledgeable and hilarious. We had a group of five little girls on our trip with their moms, and Nate kept including the girls by name, and joking with them, making them feel comfortable. You’ll stop for about 10 minutes to get out and walk around. Nate gladly took pictures of us…and included himself in one 🤣…then off you go again. It was so enjoyable, we wanted to go again!

We had an absolute blast on the dune ride with our driver Paul! Not only did he navigate the dunes expertly, but his knowledge of the area was impressive, and he answered all our questions with enthusiasm. He had a great sense of humor, and his corny jokes kept the ride entertaining throughout. There were also several stops at places so we could enjoy the beautiful scenery. The view at the top of the tallest dune was of Lake Michigan and the surrounding area. It was gorgeous! We would definitely recommend this experience to our friends and family.

My friends and I greatly enjoyed the Saugatuck Dune Rides! Our driver was very funny and knowledgeable. It was especially nice getting to feel the strong breeze on the ride during a hot day and being able to walk around the top of one of the sand dunes.

Our driver, Johnny, was great! Very knowledgeable and funny. The history of the area was fascinating. The quick stop at the top was unexpected and it was nice to get some pictures and walk around for a bit. The ride itself was so fun! We had our 3 kids and they all enjoyed it a lot, even my toddler who sat on my lap. Highly recommend doing this activity! Tickets sell out quickly so reserve online in advance or call first thing the morning.

Oh this was so much fun. You can buy in advance. They do accept walk ins, which is what we did. We were able to walk in and be loaded on the buggy for the very next ride, in fifteen minutes. The driver Gary was hilarious. He made the adventure so much better with his commentary. I highly recommend this and I'll definitely be back with different humans.

It's wasn't exactly what I was expecting but More. Our guide Paul was funny and helped out with pics of us at the highest Dune. Once you hear the stories of how they stopped the dunes from moving so fast it will make more sense why they look the way they do, and the story of the buried ghost town was very interesting. The drive in our Modified truck was so fun. I recomend if in the area as a must do. Thank You for the fun and stories.

Our driver was Frosty, and he was so much fun and so funny. Frosty knew his stuff and had a lot of fun with his job. He was a real joy to be around, and the history he taught us was really interesting.We supposedly maxed out at 25/30 mph, but it felt a lot faster, especially going around the curves.

Loved all of the gentlemen that performed the dune rides, all of them were very entertaining and informative about the land. Will definitely be back for a family trip! 🤘

So much fun! A 40 minute ride, couple of stops to get out and take pictures, beautiful views of Lake Michigan, driver gives some history and also some bad jokes 😜! They have a gift shop and fun for everyone! I would recommend getting tickets in advance as they can book up quickly in the summer. Highly recommend! Make sure you ask for Frosty the driver, he is the best!

Very fun, beautiful landscape, great guides, and was perfect weather. If your in the area its a must go event. Loved the history of the dune buggies !

So much fun!! Good American family fun. Our driver, Michael, was great and very funny. Really enjoyed the forest part of the drive and allHis jokes. Definitely worth a try when I’m Saugatuck. We booked online a couple days in advance- seems to sell out quickly!

What an experience. It is one of kind fun ride where one gets an opportunity to be close to nature, to learn Geography, to hear stories about buried ghost town, to learn about history of Sand Dunes and to laugh of quirky jokes of the driver cum guide.

Super fun thing to do in Saugatuck! Great for couples, families, anyone! Learned new information while having some fun. Loved our tour guide.

Always a great time. Johnny was entertaining! Make sure to book 2 weeks ahead. You can also try the day or 2 before in the am when they open but there is no guarantee. No more waiting in line for hours to get a ride. Make sure you Wear sunglasses and sandals, not shoes.

This was one of my favorite parts about our trip to Saugatuck. Booking online took less than 5 minutes. We got there 10 minutes before our ride time and signed a waiver and waited. Lots of seating while you wait. Johnny was our tour guide and was so nice and knowledgeable and entertaining. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience. Great fun cruising along the tracks, sliding just a little bit around the curves. The driver was very knowledgeable and his jokes were so bad that they were pretty fantastic.Definitely recommend taking this ride at least once.

Amazing experience, kids absolutely loved it along with the adults. Auston was an awesome tour guide and was hilarious. Surprisingly a fast ride around dunes with beautiful scenery!

Our driver was excellent and made our trip through the dunes memorable. Attention was given to ensure that we had a great time and got all the pictures we wanted. Virtually no wait time, and we departed promptly at our scheduled time.

Best time! Frosty was our driver and so fun. Ride was more fun than anticipated. Great views! Don't miss this attraction

Great dunes ride - our church outing was successful! Thank you Paul for the driving and all the fun you provided.

Great for all ages. The jokes were a bit too much for me even if you admit how horrible they are. But I guess that’s part of the charm.My kids certainly enjoyed the ride at 5 and 7 years old.I was actually very interested in learning about the dunes. Very informative.It was really hot the day we went but enough breeze made it bearable.For what it’s worth I couldn’t get through on the phone (busy signal). I tried a few hours later at 11 and I was able to book same day.

We took our 4 teens and they had the best time! Beautiful scenery. Great commentary throughout the tour. And when my 16yo lost her phone during the tour, the staff was amazing at helping us locate it. Thank you all so much for a great time!

When I read that it was a 40-45 minute ride I was guessing was going to be in this big vehicle going slow and no excitement but I was wrong. The driver was great. I did not think about stops in the ride for a couple great scenic overlooks, or some strange stops at props with cheesy stories and jokes but also included some very interesting stories on history.This place us an hour from home and never been here before, but would go again. Trip started to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary and my 55th birthday.This is a gem that have missed out on for long time and now want to share with grandkids

It was a great tour! The dunes were not what I'd expected. I guess I was thinking about the Sahara or something. The rolling hills were spectacular, and our guide Paul was pretty funny!

Wonderful time riding the dunes! The guide was excellent and knowledgeable and helped all of us enjoy our trip. We especially enjoyed the stop at the top of the dunes.

I had a great experience with Saugatuck Dune Rides! Our driver was a lot of fun, the ride itself gives gorgeous views and is thrilling and educational at the same time. Definitely recommend for those of all ages!

This experience was better than I thought it would be! The driver was entertaining and knowledgeable about the dunes while giving us a wild ride. We were a tiny bit giddy with the adrenaline rush of racing along the dune trails. Each row of the open air, vintage, 5 row SUV has a communal seatbelt (4 adults per row) and a grab bar to hold onto in the bumpy spots. Don’t be afraid to put your hands up on the fast, down hill spots. Felt like a small roller coaster (with less safety concerns). 😂

A fun attraction that shows you something unique! I highly recommend it! It is not too aggressive, but it is windy so hold on to your hats! Book online and sign waiver online to save time at check-in.

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This seems to be primarily a bike trail, but we enjoyed a nice walk here. The trail is flat and easy to walk on and a lovely spot to see some fall leaves without the crowds of other locations. There weren't any paper maps available, which, I suppose is fine because it's a straight path. There is a port a potty available but bring hand sanitizer as there's no hand wash station. I also don't recall seeing any available potable water, so bring your own!

A very nice wide gravel trail that you can take for as long as you like. It's scenic along the river. Likely great for biking. One disappointment is that the covered bridge was demolished in summer 2023. In It's place is a nice new steel bridge, but the charm is long gone.

Very nice, beautiful, tranquil.....I will come back......I would like to try the hike, from South Haven Michigan to Kalamazoo Michigan...here is just a few pics, only went a about a little over a mile in...

I came from out of town to do the wooden board walk along the black river. It was closed.There is plenty of benches and areas to rest/fish at along route. The trail goes further on but I only went until the second underpassing and turned around slightly disappointed.I’ll try again maybe next year.

Well-maintained, 35+ miles, mostly shaded, and if you drive there for an out and back you can choose whether to end with mostly uphill or mostly downhill, just check your Google maps profile

Went there because the boardwalk looked cool. Turns out it's closed. We decided to go on it anyway and it's in complete disarray..overgrown weeds and rotting/missing boards. The trail is otherwise a bit boring and not very shaded.

Beautiful no matter where you start from. Benches along the way to stop and rest, even a tree shelter built of sticks. Perfect for the serious biker runner or walker as well as for leisure biking and walking alone or with family.

We did an out and back . Some nice history plaques. Old pickle factory, RR junction town. Mostly packed limestone after first mileWell maintained. Good trip.

Wonderful bike trail worth visiting. It’s from south haven that goes further towards Kalamazoo. Part of it was paved but towards Grand Junction path was narrow and mostly gravel. It has scenic view and mostly flat surface biking with old bridge and some historic sites. It’s a good ride for bikers who enjoys long rides with serene outdoor feel!

Nice bike trail. Paved for a short part and then we'll packed stone. The view changes quickly in a short time. We started at Van Buren State park and connected with it.

It was a great day for this trail. Everything here is great with the exception of one thing. You can see I'm the photos were the wooden path on the water is rotting and deteriorating, which is hazard for small children and heavy adults.One of the items that really stood out is the two fire pits asking the trail. It's a great place to stop for a break.

Nice trail lots of shade , smooth very small crushed rock great for any kind of bikes 39 miles long South Haven,Mi to Kalamazoo Mi and just opened 9-12-19 the trail now goes 275 miles all the way to Lake Huron from South Haven.

We had a great time biking this trail. Nice and packed, not very sandy. Pretty level as well so not very difficult to bike. Very relaxing ride. Pretty busy. We went on a Saturday.

This trail is past its prime and in need of maintenance and repair. Michigan is naturally sandy, and as the surface of the trail erodes, it becomes more sandy. It may be fine for day riders with fat tire bikes, but if you’re a through rider doing the Great Lake to Lake route with a loaded bike, you’ll struggle with the trail surface.The trail runs through some really beautiful areas and there’s plentiful shade, which is nice. Don’t expect any services on the trail — you have to go off into nearby towns for water and restrooms.

Beautiful trail! We left straight from south haven and rode out a couple miles and back to town. Very well maintained. Mostly gravel path but I had my road bike and the path is smooth enough for my skinny tires. Some good variety of flat land and also hills.

A beautiful, well maintained trail through the countryside of SW Michigan stretching from South Haven to Kalamazoo. Great for biking, walking, running or just getting out into nature. Highly recommend visiting in the fall as this is the best place to view the changing colors.

From the trailhead in South Haven we only went 5 miles out and back. It's a nice gravel trail that is well taken care of. Mostly shaded, but some spots were full sun. Hopefully, we'll get back and go farther next time

Fantastic trail to do a small walk along for our honeymoon, though we did notice that the bridge is still under construction so we missed out on that. Very easy to navigate, very hilly in some parts (I'm from Indiana, hills don't exist down there), no stray IV drug needles that we could see so good sign there. Would recommend walking along.

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We didn't get to see the museum because it was closed. We bought tickets to ride the ship "Friends Good Will". The ride was amazing! So much fun. An amazing experience. We will for sure try to do this again.

This was so much fun! The museum has some of it done like the interior of an old ship and it’s just super cool! We learned a lot and all the boats are awesome to look at, there’s even an old ship you can tour! Definitely recommend and if you can take a ride on one of their ships we rode the Friends good will what an amazing day!

Kids and adults had a great time on the friends goog will. Got the watch the sails be put up and down, the pirate part was a added bonus, the captain did a great job getting the kids involved. Highly recommend!!

A truly astounding adventure we had aboard the Friends Good Will. The crew and her captain made us feel safe and relaxed as we charged through the open waters of the mighty Lake Michigan. With wind filling her sails and the wash spraying our faces we all braced and screamed arrrrrrg! Also lots of waving and smiling. Very knowledgeable crew and captain, the history is fascinating as is the vessel. Even with rain and wind we had a blast and will absolutely go on another sail in the future. Highly recommended!! Thanks to the Michigan maritime museum we had a blast!

The museum was great, but we were there to go sailing...drove 3 and 1/2 hrs to get there, only to be told it had just been canceled. The waves were too high, which they'd known since 1pm. Our reservations were for 6pm. The lady told us there was lots of shopping we could do in the area. We had our 2 teenage grandsons standing there with us. Shopping?????

The museum and ships are amazing. The staff is very knowledgeable of all the ships and boats. Sailing on the tall ship, Friends Good Will was an great experience.

Must. You must visit the Michigan Maritime Museum if you are in South Haven. For these reasons: cheap entry fee, easy to find location, super interesting facts, small enough to see everything in an hour, friendly workers, boating tours. If you purchase a boat tour you get a free museum pass too, which is Bonus! My favorite part was the tall ships sailing tour in the Friends Good Will.

What a gem! Great local history. Reception attendant was full of info and helpful. Highly recommend sailing on the Friends Good Will while visiting. Captain and crew couldn't have been better.

We've intended to stop by the Michigan Maritime Museum for years and finally stopped by today. We were pleasantly surprised by the immediate availability of seats on the river boat Lindy Lou. Captain Nick was pleasant and informative, and the river tour was a delight. All staff we encountered were friendly and helpful.The interior museum is inviting and informative, with exhibits cleverly progressing across different areas of a ship and beyond (starting on a wharf-styled room, exploring passenger check in, state room, dining hall, coal room, wheelhouse, etc.). We were impressed with the quality and careful planning of the exhibits. While appealing to adults, the museum exhibits also cater to young audiences with interactive experiences. The exterior of the museum has an old fishing boat to physically explore, a building with multiple older vessels, a building dedicated to emergency rescue history, and more.I highly recommend the Michigan Maritime Museum and tours, and am looking forward to our next boat tour here soon!

It's a pretty nice concept and the motion activated videos. The games people played in boats are cool and you can play some yourself. A few items were out of service. The store is also fun. The staff was polite and helpful.

Very educational and all new information, to me. I truly enjoyed sailing on a vessel with original parts (not the entire vessel) over 200 years old! I carefully observed how the sails were operated, all the very fascinating parts above and below deck, how the crew operated - all was quite interesting and a great learning experience. I WILL be back onboard next time I am in South Haven!

I cannot express enough how great this place is. The museum was really nice and had a lot of information. The staff were beyond friendly. The boat ride with Captain Bob was beyond amazing as well as the rest of the crew. Everybody was very knowledgeable on the history.

📸 🥰 Had the chance to capture a wedding at the Michigan Maritime Museum, and wow, what a spot! This place isn't your average wedding venue; it's a full-on experience. Like our bride making her entrance in a dinghy boat! So cool!!The museum offers this amazing blend of nautical charm and history, which means every corner is a photo op waiting to happen. The waterfront setting gave us some incredible backdrops as well as the local town and parks right next door to the venue.And the night ending with a huge dance party? Absolutely epic. The energy was through the roof, and it made for some unforgettable photos. 🥳Props to the venue staff too – they were all about making the day smooth and special. Everyone, from the couple to their guests, had nothing but great things to say about them.For couples looking for a venue with a unique twist and endless opportunities for amazing photos, the Michigan Maritime Museum in Michigan is a stellar choice. Already looking forward to heading back for another round of maritime wedding magic!Westley Leon StudiosPhotography, Videography, Photo Booth

Small Museum but it is very well done a little bit pricey for its size but again it's very well done I went out to the the boats and the people stationed there were so busy talking to each other nobody acknowledged I was there or invited me on board it was a little bit disappointing some of the history is absolutely fascinating though and the displays are very informative. Always fascinating to see how technology makes older Technologies Obsolete and one crisis after another creates opportunities and creates winners and losers.

It was a great experience! A lot of information and things to see.

Our sail on the Friends Good Hope was awesome! Captain Amanda and the crew were such great hosts. You could tell they really enjoy their jobs/volunteer gigs. They made the experience special and seemed to enjoy engaging with the passengers and answering questions. Time was just right at 90mins.Museum facilities were brand new and super nice - definitely worth a trip if you’re into boats or history.

Was cool to see all the old ship stuff. Think it would've been better as a guided tour, alot of it was just pictures with captions you had to stand and read if you wanted to know about it.

This was an interesting place with a lot to see. It was very kid friendly. They have boat rides also, so it was a lot of fun for everyone. The staff were so friendly. All around great place for the family.

I was impressed by the museum! Our son had a great time interacting with the exhibits. There is a lot of history I never knew about. PS teachers get in free!

Took my daughter & grandson on the tall ship. Staff on the ship was wonderful. The captain let my grandson stear the ship. Staff let him do the sails. My grandson dressed like a pirate. He walked all over the ship like he owned it. He waved to everyone on the pier he had a blast. One of the staff even gave him a gold coin he swore was real 🤣.

My family enjoyed our time at the museum. They have great interactive displays, and the guide on the sloop Friends Good Will was great. Nice gift shop as well.

This is a very cute museum, nicely arranged and displayed and very clean. There are several small buildings which house exbihits of small boats and watercraft, as well as nice signage explaining everything. We were very disappointed that our ride on the Friends Good Will was canceled due to higher-than-usual waves on the lake -- we were surprised because it was a beautiful morning, but there had been a storm the night before. So while we were frustrated, it was just one of those things and we certainly can't blame the museum; in fact, they made the right call in priotizing safety. It definitely gives us a reason to go back!

I think that taking a spin on an 1810 replica sailing sloop is so damn cool. I've done it a couple times now. I have family that makes annual vacations to South Haven, and I think I'll take a ride on this boat every time I go there.

It was great. We went on a ride with "friends good will" and the whole history behind it was amazing. Definitely worth spending time and money on this.

Packed with cool stuff. Def tour the museum. Be aware they sell Dramamine for the boat cruise for a reason. Don’t be proud. Be prepared! And enjoy.

Very nice I enjoyed finally going through the museum. A lot of the museum is set up for interaction with children but as an old guy, I enjoyed a lot of the displays and well worth the price. Did not go for a boat ride but I definitely enjoyed the museum

Came for the Boat tour not expecting much from the museum. We were pleasantly surprised, it is a wonderful museum to learn about the Boats and history of Lake Michigan.The tour on "Friends Goodwill' is also highly recommended.

Visited here in summer 2022. Saw the exhibits and took a ride on the Lindy Lou, river launch. Friends Good Will couldn't sail that day because of rough water. Came back on September 9, 2023 and went sailing on Friends Good Will on a perfect, sunny, sailing day. It was great. If you get the chance, take an hour and a half out of your day on Lake Michigan sailing on Friends Good Will.

Rich with maritime history of the great lakes in a beautiful new building. The river tour was relaxing and peaceful, the perfect way to end the day.

Visited with my mom and the museum did not disappoint! We took a ride out on Lake Michigan on the Friends Good Will. The crew was very pleasant and presented a nice history of the vessel and the Great Lakes!! Excellent learning opportunity and overall a fun experience. The museum itself was nice, clean, well put together. Would highly recommend!

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Beautiful place to take a meditative walk in the winter. Summers are for crowd lovers only. Easy flat access to beach from parking. Down the road at Tunnel Park there is a very steep decline to traverse to access the beach from the parking area.

Beautiful State park with a pier and lighthouse, nice sand dunes and beautiful long grasses cover the dunes, has a large bathroom area and changing rooms and outdoor showers, an area to watch the boats go in and out of Lake Michigan and two walking paths to help you get all of your gear out to the beach. There is a small kids park with swings and volleyball nets. Been coming here for 35 years and I still love it!

We are currently staying here. We have been to many state-managed campgrounds, and this one is among the worst. The location is Ideal, but the site and amenities are not.We have an electric only site - typically when you see this, you also have a water source nearby for hook-up - not here. Here you have to wait hours to fill up at the only water point on the campground. Our site is a corner lot near a playground - we strategically selected this for our young kids (5 & 7); unfortunately they don't like the playground. The electrical box on our site is in an odd location - so we had to maneuver our camper to make it work, however, the campground did not take this into account when placing a new pine tree on the site, as well as fencing & posts for the playground areas. It is nearly impossible to get a camper on this site - this should be designated for tent only. I was able to back in the trailer - but I am unsure how I am going to pull it out without damaging something - and our trailer is only 20'. I'm not saying that from a place of inexperience - I drove truck & trailer for the Army for 12 years.The showers are an environmentalists' dream. You push the button and you get 10 seconds of water from a shower head that is so worn that you have to hold it up to get any water on you. Try doing this with two small children and yourself - the family was not at all in mind when this idea was conceptualized. There are newer showers on the east side of the campground - but you have to shower in the dark because they installed environmentally friendly lighting that doesn't work properly. Its on for one second - then goes dark. I was told that most of them are like this. That's fine that you want to go with environmentally friendly lighting, but the least you can do is fix it and maintain it; you have staff everywhere checking on every site to ensure they aren't being too loud -but you can't maintain the lights? You would think the campground management (The State of Michigan) would make this a priority - since they don't have running water to each site - forcing everyone to use these showers for the most part.The sites are hit or miss. Most of them are just dirt with a grass blade here and there. Some are shades, others are full sun. The fire pits are concrete encased, so you cant move them out of the way to maneuver a trailer in a tight spot.One thing my kids love about camping is the "treat store". The front office is only a 'check in' location, and not a treat store.The only good thing about this campground, so far, is the location.

We camped in the beach campground and had a phenomenal time. Everything was neat and tidy. The beach was 4 campsites down from ours, providing beautiful Lake Michigan Sunsets! The modern bathrooms and showers were well kept and clean. The camp host this weekend was super nice. We had a lovely time.

Plenty of parking and easy access down to the Lake from here.Lots of ice along the waterfront, so weren’t able to get too close, but it’s beautiful seeing the Lake in an icy clutch.Facilities are closed in the winter so do be prepared, and the pier is closed due to ice, but a beautiful spot.

Nice park with a fantastic location, and one of the two bath houses is really nice. The west bath house could definitely use an update, and some of the sites are a bit unlevel, so pay attention when booking for a large RV. We had an asphalt pad and still need all of our leveling wedges to get it right. Still worth visiting this park despite the few shortcomings.

Clean rooms and nice people run it.Great location.The outside needs work, but looks like it is being worked on. There is no pool or mini golf,but if you are just looking for an inexpensive place to stay,this is an option.There is a decent restaurant in the lot ,a bar and an antique store. Small fridge in the room and microwave in a common room.

Tent camped for an only 1 night and didn’t have a good experience. Site was all dirt and on a hill making it almost impossible to get comfortable. Site was pretty large compared to others. Neighbors were all nosy, wish we could have had more privacy. Park was very family friendly, lots to do around the town so location was a plus. Bathrooms were clean, showers were nice. Front office not very helpful.

We loved our first camping visit to Holland State park for 4 nights and 3 days. The state park is conveniently located beside Lake Macatawa and is a quick 6-7 min walk and enjoy the lake on a good weather day. The park was very well maintained, restrooms clean and spotless, showers well managed.Campers are super friendly and a lot of kids making it a very family friendly location. Staff were very helpful and to the point.There’s a variety of camp hosts events happening every week and good trails inside the state park. Beware of ticks if you have pets on the trails as a precautionary measure.

Great trail on the shorter side. Can be steep at the beginning and end but other than that, it's a nice hike with a lovely view of lake Michigan, the red lighthouse and the sand dunes.The campground itself is pretty tight quarters. Not many trees, so I wouldn't count on using hammocks.It seems like primarily an rv park.It does have bathrooms and showers in the center of the campground.

Campground is a parking lot but right at the beach. No fire pits but you can bring your own. Family friendly. Verizon service decent. You have to pay to park still even with reservation

If you like the beach, especially if you've never been to a freshwater coast, this is a great place to start. It offers a little something for everyone. There is a nice beach that is kept very clean.

We enjoyed being close to the beach. Our E-bikes were perfect on the many bike paths around the area. Our hike had a beautiful Overlook as a reward, Our campsite was nice, but was next to the main road for the beach. Noisy motor heads had the only disappoint. Nice two day stay.

Location, location, location! For reference, my husband & I stayed 4 nights in July 2023 in our 40 ft motorhome. The park is in a premium location and walking/biking distance to the beach, restaurants & shopping. We rented bikes from Oak Grove Campground for 2 days and loved riding around the beautiful town. The big red lighthouse is a short walk from the park and a great place to watch the sunset. The sites are decently spaced apart and level. If you’re lucky enough, they have some full hookup sites. We were in corner spot #159 (50 amp hookup only). Things to know: cell service was good, there are a lot of tent campers and families with small kids, the park is strict on their noise policy and does night patrols. If you’re ever in the area, I highly recommend this campground.

Ok, let me get this out of the way. The check-in process was a nightmare. You weren’t allowed to check in before 3pm and we unfortunately arrived at 2 so we were made to wait. We decided to wander for an hour since we couldn’t wait in the parking lot. Returned at 3 and the line to get in was unbelievable. It took over half an hour.Anyway, the campground was great. Bathrooms and shower rooms were fantastic. Very clean and taken care of. The sites were a bit close together but actually it was surprisingly quiet. Once we saw how packed it was we thought it was going to be a mess, but we had a very nice stay. We would definitely stay here again and recommend to others.

Great campground with a short drive to the beach, which is beautiful!I did want to mention one thing that affected our "camping party"; we had read you could check in early if your campsite was vacant.**This is not true anymore** at this campground in Holland Michigan anyway.*Check in is at 3. No exceptions - even if your site is free.

Check in is at 3:00 and they are not flexible on the time. You will need to have photo identification and your license plate number at check in. There is no alcohol allowed and you are required to initial that you understand this. I did see drinking and smelt marijuana so I'm not sure how strict this policy is. I was at site 179. Sites 1 through 116 have a new shower/restroom building which is very nice and updated. Several of the sites on that side have trees surrounding the sites for a lot of privacy and shade. Sites 117 through 211 have out dates showers but is clean. The water shuts off after 10-15 seconds so you need to keep pushing the button. Several sites have no or smaller trees and little privacy. There's a small dog path which my dog loved. Both sides have newer small playgrounds. The host has books and magazines out for sharing . They also have chalk and cute homemade firestarters and a rack of information books for local activities. There's very nice side walks on the main strip for walking and biking with lighted cross walks for crossing the road.The park is quiet at night. The dump station is kept up very nicely. It's near the entrance so it's convenient for full up and dumping . I will definitely be coming here again.

So the shop is super cute, but the bathrooms need a major change. Not nearly enough toilets and the changing stalls have zero privacy, no curtains or doors or anything 🙄 so they are just wasted space since no one ever uses them. The beach is great tho. The trails that bring you to the water could be longer though, it only gets you about half way. And if you are trying to get to the pier, the concrete has crumbled away and you have to climb down the broken concrete chunks to the sand and then climb up to the pier, so very much not wheelchair friendly. Great views and fishing once you are up there tho! Also, dogs are not allowed on the sand, so keep that in mind if you have a fur baby. Day passes are 20$ if you don't have the parks and recreation tag on your license plate

We saw people surfing 🏄‍♀️ 🌊 and it was 40°F and windy. Wow. The restrooms are still closed. (They will open on summer). There is a playground on sand.

Nice state park with views, piers and a beach. The dunes were great. There is a lighthouse called "Big Red" right across the inlet you can get pictures of. We didn't stay long but enjoyed the visit.

It’s a nice state park in the middle of everything. Dune Dogz, the general store, the beach, and others all within walking distance. Trails and dunes to hike. There’s a small beach across the street on an inner lake and Lake Michigan is not far. About 10 minutes walking. The campground is fine, but if you don’t like being by a busy road and close to your neighbors then this is not the one. The bathrooms and shower house were nice facilities I just wish there were more shower + toilet rooms. I personally wouldn’t stay here again because it’s not remote enough for me, it felt more like being in an outdoor hotel in a city than camping.

First time I've been here and would definitely stay here again. I tent camped with my daughter for two nights. Felt the sites were a good size. Some reviews state that the sites are close together, which is true. We had our own space, but if you are looking for a private and quiet area away from people, this probably isn't the place for you.For us it was nice as there were plenty of families there when we stayed here, so my daughter was able to make friends and hang out with other kids. There is a small beach on Lake Macatawa right outside the entrance to the campground, which is nice if you want a quick swim or to avoid a bigger crowds down at the main beach. The main beach is just up the road about a mile and is easy to get to, even if you would bike down there.Bathrooms and showers were clean. Camp sites were clean and never saw any garbage from those who were camping there. There was even a strong storm system that moved through one morning we were there and still didn't see anything that blew around. There is a great shop just up the street you can walk to if you need anything. They have some fantastic ice cream there as well!

Great location- the lake is across the road from the campground. Close to Holland which is unique with windmills, etc. Lake Michigan was a 4 min. drive. Campground does not have full hookups, which would definitely be a plus.

Beautiful beach. We only spent about an hour there. Being springtime we didn't go in the water but we would like to return in the summer to visit.

Hosts were friendly and bathrooms were clean, but this is a very densely populated campground where many sites do not have tree cover nor surrounding vegetation for privacy. It feels more like an RV park.For tent camping, if you don't get one of the few sites built into the edge of the sand dunes, there are far nicer places to camp on the Lake Michigan coast.Check in time (around 3pm) even on a Sunday was a zoo, with long lines of vehicles waiting to enter. They have not adopted the online self check-in process here that some other Michigan state parks have begun using, so everyone has to interact with a staff member in the office as they arrive. A bit archaic to say the least.

Beautiful beach, nice bathrooms/shower facilities. The lighthouse is cute, they have a small pier you can walk on. They have walkways out to the water that make it easier for families with strollers or someone who walks with a cane, walker, or possibly a wheel chair. Nice volleyball nets on the beach. Can be very busy but there is a a lot of parking and lots of beach space!

Not a great state park. Location is the best part. The sites are tiny and on top of each other. No privacy. It's super crowded. No full hookups, only electric. All dirt and sand, and not level. 200 sites and only two bathrooms, with 3 toilets each, means a waiting line EVERY time. Lots of kids, so the bathrooms are filthy. Although they do clean twice a day. The fairgrounds and an RV park down the road are better choices.

Nice State Park campground. We stayed in the wooded half, not the beach. There were nice shade trees over half the campground and the bathroom and showers in that half was very nice! They were holding a Halloween event with campsite decorating contest, coffee and donuts, and trick or treating for the kids, also. There is a LOT of road noise audible in the campground, so it's not the quietest option.

This is an amazing park, was my first time here and made me feel like I was at the ocean it's absolutely beautiful.

Nice park. Has nice bathrooms. Close to a lot of things to do. Would go back again. Holland is an interesting city. The only things I didn't like were all the pollen falling from the trees, although there were sites with no trees, and someone mentioned they had found ticks on their dog.

Just visited the beach and looked at the lighthouse. Lighthouse, to be honest, is cute but it's across a small channel and kinda small. I don't know if the lighthouse itself is worth going to the park for. But the beach is gorgeous and sandy, there's a snack shack which sells drinks, burgers, hot dogs, and fries (and other things). There's a cool jetty you can walk out onto. Lots of parking as well! Just be warned that the water is cold. Was there 7/6 and it was 67 degrees F.

We stopped long enough to get pictures of Big Red. Unfortunately Google had taken us in the wrong way so we weren't able to see the front view of the lighthouse. Beautiful area, though.

We stayed at the beach campground on a busy weekend and had a great time as always. It is my "happy place". Showers and bathrooms were clean. Great stay!

We really enjoyed our stay at the Holland State Park, Macatawa Campground. The campground host was super friendly, helpful and had a lot of good information including maps of the park and surrounding area. The campsites were nice size. Ours was a pull thru site on a sandy base, had a fire ring, picnic table and good clean power. The restroom and shower building was newer, very clean and nicely laid out with separate individual shower rooms and a spacious restroom facility with hot and cold running water. The campground was located within walking distance of a lot of activities. We definitively recommend this campground and plan to return.

A fantastic beach for the whole family!! Plenty of space even on a busy day! I was impressed with how clean and respectful visitors were to the beach. The visit from Louisville Ky didn’t disappoint!

Advice: Looking at a map, you don't see that the ocean loop is an asphalt parking lot. You can't see the ocean from this asphalt jungle anyway. The better area is the lake side. Particularly the north end of the lake side. My 2 cents

Sites were pretty wooded, and shaded. Beach sites were close but not crowded and had easy beach access. The beach, ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. Water was warm, it was all sand, and super shallow. Even like 25 feet away from shore and it was maybe 4 feet deep. All time favorite Michigan beach.

This is a state park in Lake Michigan. They have 2 piers you can walk out on when the water is acting up. It was closed the day I went. The wind was blowing and the waves were coming in nice. The park was nice though we really only saw the beach and pier area. They have a cool lighthouse and a plaque explaining the history of the lighthouse. The park seemed well kept and clean and the scenery was awesome. There was a playground area for the kids. If you like being outside, around the water and beach, this was a beautiful place to visit. I would recommend going and checking it out if you are in the area. It would be amazing in the summer for summer fun too.

Love the beach. Line to the left is for those who have a park registration, line to the right is for those who need to pay. The line can be long, but honestly the atmosphere is worth it. Has a restroom, food and ice cream, and a very clean beach. Not highly recommended for rock hunting.

We love the fact they have sites with full hookups. We also utilize the Park Township marina for our boat, it's an awesome combination.On top of a great beach and nice swim area, we have the best state park in Michigan.

The campsites are nice and level. Hosts are friendly and the park staff is helpful. Campground is scenic and has lots of activities and amenities.They are very strict at the 3:00 check in. We got there at 2 and they wouldn’t let us check in. So me and the guy next to me did what any logical person would do: we went to our vacant campsite and dropped our RVs and came back at 3 to officially check in.However, the whole experience was ruined by the road noise. It’s not just traffic, but literal road racing and cars/trucks/motorcycles with no mufflers. It’s like the road attracts every teenage kid with a “sport tuner” car racing up and down the street. I always thought that Ottawa County was strict on that kind of stuff but apparently that’s not the case. If you’re looking for peace and quiet go elsewhere. The center median on I-96 is probably quieter.

Tried to camp here. We reserved site 210. We have a 20' small trailer. The site is nearly impossible to get into. Perhaps if no one was in the adjacent campsites you could get in at the right angle but too many cars etc for us to try. It was a very tight fit and it was pouring rain. The site was a big puddle so wouldn't recommend it for a tent either!

Stayed in our RV, electric hook up only, no water or sewer. Lots of bike trails to explore. Nice park, we'd stay again if in the area.

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You should see this once it's really cool great place to dance freely and sing loudly with those two plus the water light show is a must see

Such a pretty place to visit. My first time to Grand Haven, and Michigan! Had a great time. Beautiful area. Wonderful little shops to get some souvenirs. And the light water show we only caught a glimpse of but it was pretty. We were there the weekend before the Coast Guard Festival. And from pictures I saw, it looked like a good time. Definitely on my list to visit again!

Great show to watch. Every night at 930 pm. Well worth staying out for. Diverse music something for everyone, pop, big band, country, and more. The colors and synchronized water fountains are entertaining to watch. Look forward to seeing some of special shows later. Will be back for more. A MUST SEE...

This was a great experience our family love it!! I would recommend this if your in the area!! A young lady was givi g away balloons to kids. She also danced and sang on the stage to the fountain it was awesome.This is free!! You can donate if you want to but no obligations or ticketsWe found local free parking for our bus!

This was my first year seeing this extraordinary display of water, lights, and music! The fireworks were exceptionally the best I've ever seen, ever. And I've seen my fair share over the years. The town is exquisite, of which I spent hours exploring before the sweet treat of our America's Independence. I will definitely be back next year. And so should you.

Awesome waterfront , here are some pics , need to visit during the musical fountain…

I'm an Indian visited Michigan with relatives and felt like very happy and Lake Michigan is worth visiting. I recommend every foreign national to visit this place inevitably. This place is perfect for swimming and to witness musical 🎶 ⛲ fountain at night.

The singing fountain is now over 60 yrs old. Recently refurbished, the shows run 7 days a week thru the summer, starting about 20 minutes after sunset. Every single performance is different. All types of music are used, classic, rock, jazz, country, classic rock, folk, show tunes, etc. Each show lasts about 30 to 40 minutes and is free! Also, Grand Haven is home to the Coast Guard headquarters for the Great Lakes

Such a great show. We live here and still go to see this every week when it's musical fountain season. It's a West MI must-see!!!

Fountain show begins around 10 pm when it gets dark. Great place to watch from across the river. Boats stopping in the river in front of the viewing area was distracting but the show was very enjoyable. Great family atmosphere. And the ice cream at Temptations was awesome!

Please donate when visiting to help keep this beautiful fountain show going. It's worth it.

What an awesome and unique attraction that has such a long history with Grand Haven. We enjoyed a day at the pier, drinks, and live music in the quaint social district, followed by an excellent display of music, water, and lights. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking to enjoy a day in Grand Haven. We drove 2+ hours, and it was totally worth it!

Lovely and gentle fountain attraction in Grand Haven. As UK visitors, we attended on Memorial day, by pure chance. The evening was lovely, patriotic and enjoyably American, but it amused me no end that while the crowd were wowed by the lit squirty water, I was in awe of a simultaneous direct fly by of ISS doing 17500 mph , 250 miles up.... Go figure, as they say in these parts.

Great way to top off the night after taking in a nice picturesque sunset 🌅. I haven’t seen the musical water show in a very long time, so it was definitely nice to see again. I just have to bring insect repellent next time for the mosquitoes 🦟 who love me so much. Please donate to keep this going. 😊

Met family here in Grand Haven. They said how great this attraction was. It did not disappoint. We have been to the bellagio in Vegas., and seeing these fountains did not disappoint. Would recommend it to any family. Also, there is a fantastic frozen yogurt place across the street .

A fun and classic experience on the Grand Haven Waterfront for the whole family. Lots of seating available. Just depends if you want to sit on a bench, your own camp chair or on a blanket.

A beautiful place to bring your family.The musical fountain ⛲️ is amazing. The show runs half hr to 45 minutes. Beautiful colors of shooting water played to music 🎶. Some nts have a theme. Runs every nt from now till Memorable weekend then plays weekends till they have a final show and winterize the pipes.Peace and Frog & Grand Haven Co. (Store connected inside and rt next to outside) are stores ya have to visit. Ya, have to visit The Pump House, across the st. they close rt @ 9pm, so go early. Bring a blanket/lawn chair and enjoy the show. Plays @ dark.PeaceAlways/OneLove❣️♾️✌️💚💙♾️🦥🐘🦄🕊♒️🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅🦅

Loved this! A great perk in the amazing town of Grand Haven. Until the Belagio opened their musical water show set to music, the one in Grand Haven was the largest. It's so nice to sit outside after a long day and relax while watching this great free show!

Pretty cool that this place exists and the events they host. With the new amphitheatre on the front, the marina and pier, these fountains and the fireworks display make this area one of the best to be in the entire state of Michigan.

Great musical light and water fountain show across the water from the waterfront edge of the town. Lays about 30 min and is very enjoyable.

Beautiful out here. Musical fountains are pretty and put on a good show. Started at 10p and lasted about 30 min.

Very beautiful. Everyone was so friendly.

I loved this as a kid & now I bring My kids. I just love the atmosphere. It's something You have to experience in person. Pictures don't do it justice. It feels like magic!

Spent the 4th of July in Grand Haven with my family. Grand Haven itself is a bustling, beautiful beach town with excellent shopping and dining available... Busy place, but still feels lazy when sitting and feeling the breeze off Lake Michigan. The fountain and light show was excellent, with no expense spared on the fireworks that followed. If you find yourself in SW Michigan, be sure to stroll around Grand Haven!

Absolutely LOVE ❤️ the Musical Fountains. Love watching the boats pass by, love the music, the location so close to nice stores, ice cream shops, clean restrooms! The show started at 10 p.m. Time changes ... must be dark before it starts. Look forward to seeing this every year!!!

Super cute kind of corny but still worth experiencing. I was surprised how far away it is making it appear tiny. I liked how they played several different styles of music to appeal to everyone. If you sit in the grass left of the seating area there’s a more direct view. There’s also an ice cream shop right there so grab a cone before the show. I didn’t realize that’s what it was until it was over and they were closed.

Always it's a great experience to enjoy the show, you can go with your family or by yourself. You'll be happy anyway. Different show every day. During the summer. Fully recommended.

Show started at exactly 2210, the coloured fountains are actually located on the opposite side of the river from the terraced viewing area. We visited on a weekday in mid July and it wasn’t too busy. Best thing about is that it’s FREE! There was also plenty of free parking across the street and there are also restrooms behind the viewing area.

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One of the most iconic piers and lighthouses on the great lakes. Although there are many beaches up and down the coast that can claim better landscapes and facilities, with its proximity to the great Michigan beach town of Grand Haven, there are few places that can offer so much all within walking distance

Grand Haven State Park will forever and always be my go-to beach; I grew up taking my grandpa’s boat out on the lake and swimming to/from the beach. It’s always a beautiful time, I especially love watching the sunset over the pier. It’s also generally kept pretty clean. Main thing to look out for is extra bold seagulls, because they can and will steal your food!

Amazing camp site, just beware the sites are super narrow and you could be waiting to pull in or out as people attempt to get within their site. Bathrooms/showers are mostly clean. Can’t beat the beach side view and being able to walk right onto the pier from site. My nephews caught some fish at night after most had left. Beware 4th of July is a teenage hang out on beach, luckily they had the site fenced off. It was entertaining, but wouldn’t want to be there again on that day.

Such a beautiful park to visit! The lighthouses are so pretty, as are the views of Lake Michigan! Lots to do and see. It’s fun to just watch the boats coming and going!

I loved walking the pier and seeing the red lighthouse up close. The walking area was clean and the beach was beautiful! There were people taking professional photos and it was such a good day for it! The water was pretty cold but the beach wasn’t overpopulated and the view was just breathtaking. Would love to come here again. You can get in with your state park parking pass or you can pay about $17 for the year pass.

Wonderful beachside camping area with picturesque views of the pier. Clean campsites with power and great bathroom facilities. Quiet at night.

Went here Tuesday, 12 Sept. 2023 Just Breath taking. A beautiful site to experience. Love the area. New from NC, totally different from the south. I ❤️ MI. The people here are very nice and friendly. 1st time, I went to see light houses, and they were awesome! Though the water was rough on the right side, looking at the lighthouses, the other side was calm. Yes, I got soaked, with a couple from MO. Didn't know the water came up that high on windy days. I know next time not to go all the way to the red light house. I guess Mother Nature blessed me as a new resident of MI. Thank-you!😆

If you are able to make the walk out to light house. It's worth it. Great place to watch the sunset.

The beaches and pier are beautiful. Rv spots can be tight for bigger rigs we noticed. We parked our Rv (30ft) and jeep just fine with plenty of room for chairs etc. The bathrooms are big but the water isn’t hot. Not saying any of these things are bad just sharing for others incase they are an issue for someone coming to stay. Dogs are allowed on beach only at certain times of the year on leash of course. Downtown is cute and the whole town has a great vibe. I’m sure it gets crazy in summer but end of sept/start of October is perfect.

Just spent a great 3 days at the park. Went from a very hot day to start, air conditioning, yes. Second day ended with a bad storm, had to convince dogs and wife that the trailer was not moving 😳 Friday was beautiful weather and got to enjoy a full day of relaxing. Toured the park, some spaces are larger than others, so made notes. The dogs from the farm loves the walking around but as you can see, sleep is important. Each site has electricity. You can fill your fresh water before entering and you can take care of your tanks when you leave. Park guest and staff were very kind and the trip in general was very nice. Yes there are kids making noise and dogs barking, just relax and enjoy your stay. You can walk all the way down the board walk. Some restaurants, ice cream places and the Coast Guard station. Close enough to Sagatuck for a day visit. It is basically a parking lot surrounded by sand. So can promise you sand in your RV 😀

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Beautiful. No dunes to climb. Nice town. Water is cold. We went up the coast to Holland to eat. Wonderful day trip.

Beautiful pier & beach along Lake Michigan! Volleyball nets on beach. Campground within the 1st parking lot but beach front. Sit on the pier and watch the boats/yachts come & go through the channel. ❤️❤️ +bike or walk alongthe channel. Restrooms & little store available.

One of my favorite places to be during our beautiful Michigan summers. A great beach, with a nice beach house, walkable pier, and easy walk to downtown shops, bars and restaurants.

Before I stayed at Grand Haven SP campground, I didn’t have high expectations. From the satellite view, the campground looks like a parking lot and sand. And it is.But it’s awesomely convenient to have your camper that close to the beach. And the campground has exclusive access to its own section of the beach. The aisles are wide, which is helpful for backing in a rig or trailer.The GH South Pier is next to the campground, offers an opportunity for a leisurely stroll or jog, and it’s open/lit 24 hours (unlike Holland SP…boo). Bathrooms/showers are adequate, and there’s a park store in the nearby day-use area.No ground fires allowed; you need to bring your own fire pit.Downtown is a short 10-minute bike ride, and there’s boardwalk or sidewalk to whole way. Bars/breweries/restaurants, ice cream, nightly musical fountain show, free cornhole.

We moved to GH last November and have been visiting the GH State Park every week since. Day or night and all year long, Lake Michigan is gorgeous. The sand is soft, and the water is clear, making it a perfect place to spend the day. Caution ⚠️ pay attention to the signs and flags re the lake conditions. State park fees apply. Restrooms on-sight. Food nearby.

I love this beach! One of my happy places. Huge beach with great sand, lots of room and lots of parking. Very busy on summer weekends but it’s less busy in the middle of the week.State Park and city Beach both are very clean. Good bathroom access. Don’t count on the Internet though.Very family friendly place.Love the grand Haven Beach because I can walk there from downtown or very short car ride if I am loaded down with beach gear.I much prefer this toFlorida anymore. Much nicer weather in the summer for sure.

Great campground..very nice bathhouse and great views..only downfalls are very tight spots so if your not very good at parking your rig you may want to go elsewhere and lots of non campers from the beach walking through the park. We had a group of teens around 11:00pm on are lot attempting to steal are 3 electric scooters , didn’t end well for them but now we run a cable lock through everything of value for piece of mind. We will be back!

Took my son to check out the kite festival. I was amazed at the things people can do with kites. The view is beautiful and there are lots of places to park. They have a building with bathrooms, tables to sit at, vending machines, and even a store. There is a campground right on the beach that I can't wait to stay at.

This was a awesome campground! Clean restrooms, and showers! Very friendly staff, and camp host. We stayed from September 8th - 14th, weekend was very crowded, no load music, or anyone acting stupid.Great farmers market on Saturday and Wednesday morning’s, easy walk from campsite and back. Lots of very nice walking area’s around/along the beach and the river. Great restaurants, all within walking distance. Would highly recommended this campground.

A family safe, always clean, & positively energetic atmosphere with ample parking, pristine photo opportunities, manicured beach & park access, socializing activities, and in close proximity to the boardwalk or downtown community/businesses.

Very beautiful and nice beach! However the traffic n people & crazy parking & bathrooms being closed so early makes it not great.

The beach can be kind of packed due to there being a campground so close to the water BUT if you have a Rec pass parking is free. Can be packed in parking lot but it was sooooooooo worth it! Watched the sun go down and listened to live music. Was a great time, even by myself.

This is a larger more frequented park for the area. Lots of parking, dogs can be walked on the beach ( check posted signs for certain hours). Beautifully lit walkway to the lighthouse at the end. There is also an area to park and get out to take pics from the other side of the inlet. It's less crowded and has a different perspective for pictures. We like to come here because we can still see our dogs in the car when we come to get pics of sunset. Definitely a spot to come hang out for some fun time.

An absolutely amazing beach close to home for many to enjoy. The views are beautiful, the water is clean, the shore is well kept, a beautiful beach.

Nice campground but not the best for EV truck camping as you have to backend and cord will not reach. Also need to bring sandbags for tents as normal stakes will not work on sand.

Absolutely beautiful beach! Lots of parking and accessible bathrooms. Easy to know where you are. Well patrolled!

Wonderful day out, not my perception of a state park, more like a state beach but still stunning all the same.

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Gorgeous place. My wife and I went June of 2021. Such a beautiful sunset and loved the walk out to the end of the pier.

Beautiful walk on the pier. The height of the buff does dip down about halfway through so be mindful of waves splashing over the edge! Amazing experience and about a 1.5 mile walk from downtown Grand Haven.

The Boardwalk to South Pier end and back to downtown is simply required of all visitors. Such a great walk. Bring the dogs!!

BEAUTIFUL SCENERY AND THE RED COLOR OF BUILDING AND LIGHT HOUSE IS BRILLIANT, A MUST SEE IF ANYWHERE NEAR,

A great place to view in rough weather, but also not an ideal place to visit under such conditions.Seriously: DO NOT VISIT DURING STORMS!!The location is beautiful to visit when weather is calm or if there is light rain. Diving off the pier can also be fun so long as you are aware of the rocks. Rough waters are also fine so long as the weather is relatively calm. High, violent waves during blustery conditions can be a death sentence, though.Be aware, take precautions, be safe.

Grand Haven South LighthouseHere is the famous light house. The pictures are all over the internet. Beautiful lighthouse.Warning, many people have died here. Yes. Swimming at the wrong time and place. Warning!Highly Recommended

Drive right to an amazing view!

Very pleasant place to visit. Nice & quiet. People were friendly 😃

The Grand Haven Pier is an absolute delight on a beautiful summer day. The sun's warm embrace lit up the picturesque surroundings, making the shimmering waters of Lake Michigan even more inviting. Strolling along the pier was a treat, with the gentle breeze and panoramic views creating a sense of serenity. The sound of seagulls and waves added to the soothing ambiance, making it the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the natural beauty. I highly recommend visiting this enchanting location for a memorable summer experience.

What a great walk. Not far from the center of Grand Haven. Definitely a must see when visiting

If you're anywhere near Grand Haven this is a must see. It clearly is an icon. bring you camera. Choose your parking wisely, there are ample lots. That said it is a beautiful area to walk around. Getting out to the lighthouse was straight forward. The walk area was clean and safe. People of all ages were venturing out on the pier.

Cold winter day but the pier was a beauty to see. It was frozen over I tried to walk the whole length but started skidding recommend having traction on your boots. The ice sculpturing was beautiful with the fire engine red lighthouse in the background. Look forward to visiting during other seasons to watch the transformation

We are very thankful for the continued maintenance on the Grand Haven Pier and lighthouses. Please don't walk out in storms or on the ice. Many people have died here and there are memorials posted for the some of them who drowned in the early 2000s, but many others are not listed.

Spectacular place to visit, especially in the winter with smaller crowds, and the ice build up on the pier in the lighthouses.

Great park. That's it! It is absolutely beautiful this time of year (later spring/early summer).

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Fun place to spend the day for all ages. Great range of rides from big thrills to nice slow motion and lots for the little ones too. Full size water park included. You really need more than one day to experience everything. The lines are not as long as I expected. The longest we had to wait for a ride was 30 minutes most were less. Food was the biggest disappointment of course overpriced but half shops were closed the ones that were open didn't have all of the items on their menu and the service was the worst I have seen.

My family had a good time. Was not super impressed with the size of the park or the amount of rides down and food stands not set up during our visit on a weekend. Considering this is an amusement park that is related with Cedar Point, I assumed it would have a lot more rides and nicer rides as well. Most rides are very old and the entire park isn't near as big as Cedar Point. Disappointed. Went to the water park and had fun in the kid area, but again a lot was not working. Also too many people inside the park during covid. The wave pool was slammed full of people everywhere.

This place was wall to wall people! They ran out of chairs, life vests, and tubes, at the water park. The design of this place was very confusing and there are no signs to point you in the right direction to get where your going. Especially trying to navigate to the exit of the park. Nothing is marked! The website told us the hours were 12-6, the lady at the gate said 12-7 but in fact the park didn’t close until 8. It was very confusing, so was the pricing. Online it said admission was $39.99 but in fact it was $50 for anyone 3 and up. I didn’t see any capacity limits anywhere posted here, and it was obvious they weren’t enforcing them anyway. We went on a Sunday, maybe going on a weekday would be less crowded. I hope the park gets their act together, train these employees to have the correct pricing and hours information and change the website to match what’s posted at the park so people can plan their visit correctly. The pictures I posted from inside the park were at 6 pm at the water park (closing) and 8 pm in camp snoopy on the way out of the park.

Make sure you have ordered tickets ahead of time. We had a great time!! Lots for all to do :) We went with season passes this year... it pays for parking($25 without the pass). The water park closes earlier than the rest of the park.

Nice amusement park. We came for three days and found enough to do each day, which was nice. Definitely not as big as some of the other parks. If you plan on going more than once, a Gold pass is worth it, because you also get free parking. If you plan on going to other Cedar Fair parks, the All Parks pass add on is definitely worth it!!

Wow, do they take advantage of tourists who only go to the park for 1 or 2 days. Basically, if you go there more than 3 times, it's worth getting the season pass with the food pass. We paid close to 100 for 2 tickets, plus an additional 25$ just to park my car myself, plus 15 $ for a locker at the water park, and an outrageous 25$ for a single burger, fries, and a drink, and additional 30$ for games. We waited longer in the food line than at any of the rides. My son wanted fries. They ran out of fries twice while we were in line. It took several minutes each time for the fries to come out. I was with my young son so I had to carry the heavy tubes myself in the water park. Some of the water rides are probably not calibrated correctly. There are two slides at the end ( yellow and orange ) I caught air on the yellow slide, slamming my back against the slide on the way down. The orange slide just hurts. You skid across the water at the bottom, water is hard when you hit it fast. My butt hurts still hurts 3 days later, and my son has some red abrasion down his back from the slides. For those into old school costers, the Shivering Timbers is a great ride, especially in the front car. My son had fun, so I bumped my score up to two stars.

Perfect variety of rides for all ages. Lots of games too--I was surprised how easy it was to win prizes. We went July 1st and it was both great weather AND it wasn't crowded. Super good food, especially the pizza! The park is thorough with safety, and the staff is very friendly. Highly recommend!!!

We had a lot of fun here today. Riding rides and walking around. This park does not accept cash so be sure to have your cards. Food prices are high and mainly pizza, ice cream, hamburger and hotdogs. You cannot bring in a cooler you have to leave it in the car. We got there early and lines were not that long but as the day went on the wait could be an hour or more. The rides seemed to be well maintained and the staff were friendly and helpful. One last thing at the time of this review parking is $25 for regular size vehicles.

Had a great time with my family of 5. Kids are 15, 8, 7. This is a great place for the younger kids. Wish it was open later so we could ride some rides and see the lights. Also wish the Waterpark was open later. I guess that's why people buy 2 day passes and season passes. We will be looking into that for the next time. Overall very clean, family friendly park. Ate the buffet it was delicious. Great souvenir prices and options. Haven't been here in many years and the addition of camp snoopy is great!!

Great summer water fun and roller coaster rides for the family. The parking cost of $25 is too high and the food prices are too high. Otherwise I would’ve given it 5 stars. We went on opening weekend and had zero wait to get on the water rides. The coasters had some minor wait times but nothing like Disney so I was glad I did not pay for a fast pass. Travels on Debs Travel Vibe on YouTube.

Michigan’s Adventure is a nicely kept park with various rides with a variety of thrills. You do walk through security and the staff there was very pleasant. We purchased our tickets online for a good deal on weekdays and it was very easy to enter the park by scanning from my mobile device. We brought our wagon with us for our toddler and swim gear. Our son was able to ride most rides with an accompanied parent and was able to ride some rides on his own. The staff were young adults and they adhered to height safety protocols. We spent majority of our time at the water park in the little tyke area which was good fun for our son. They have life vests available for young swimmers but we brought our own. There was a confusion at the icee vendors when I wanted to purchase a regular cup (not souvenir); I was passed between 2 locations due to staffing/miscommunication with no resolution so I chose something else. Overall we had a wonderful time!

A great Michigan based amusement park located on Michigan's west side by Muskegon, MI! A very reasonably priced, family friendly amusement park for all ages! Lots of parking, easy in and out from the park. Plenty of rides with varying degrees of "thrill". Food and drink selection is very nice. Come check out Michigan's Adventure today!

We had a great time! Hardly any wait for the rides. It was hot so the water rides were one of our favorite. But nothing beats the coasters.

I took my son (10), nephew (7), niece (12), and brother to Michigan Adventure “Trick and Treats.” I think for the age group and what rides were running 12-6 is enough time to do whatever you want. My disappointment was in the restaurants or eateries. Coasters was good and was running great. Midway Munchies ice cream machine was not turned on so there was no ice cream there. Ended up getting nachos and the nacho cheese was “old” looking cheese. That disappointed me. Wildcat Grill was good. I was disappointed that the “boo-ffet” was not included with the premium dining plan. With the purchase it should include really any or all dining options.

We had a blast! I highly recommend the drink band for at least 1 person in the group because a drink refill every 15 min made it so we didn't have to carry anything around. There are so many convenient locations around the park and we never had to walk far or wait long. I also recommend the unlimited meal pass. We'll worth the price and they just scan your wrist so no need to carry any cards or anything.

Family of four, Had an amazing day. If you can swing it, absolutely get the fast passes. It costs a bit but an amazing experience and the wait is not even an 8th of amount the time you wait in the regular line. Couple moody workers but most were great and made the day better. We will be going again

It’s very pretty.. but the lines were tremendously long and the fast pass people had to wait long time also, I didn’t have fast pass but I seen it with my own two eyes. They weight you infront of everyone and they didn’t let my lyla bug on any rides either she cried almost the entire time… my sweet girl niece starts school I tomorrow and I’m super sad bc she only got to ride the marry go round! No log ride and she waited in line for 2 hours almost… super sad watching her walk away crying.. she was waiting in line with her new “friend” she met in line and they let her go and ride but no lyla bug.. lyla was older she’s shorter but older! Food was disgusting and expensive everything was so expensive and they people that run the rides take their sweet time on pourpse while everyone waits 2 hours in a long line. This experience sucked.. I will never come here and don’t recommend 25$ parking and you have to walk 5 miles to the entrance. It’s bullshit please be better! They take advantage and only want money! I asked for a red bottle instead of a green and she said no “it’s for whatever” .. like this was my first and only time coming here! you better get the food and drink bundle online before going there or else you will have to pay out of pocket for everything and it’s 100$ for 4 small meals .. it’s heart breaking we saved and saved for this trip and we are struggling because of it financially and we didn’t even get to ride rides but 3.. the pools are disgusting bandaids and dirt everywhere ! We get literally weigh you in front of everyone also. If you go here get ready to walk 700 miles.

This park is a cute little park but there’s not much to do. There aren’t many options for younger kids nor thrill seekers. I guess if you’re right in the middle it might be great for you. We’d rather make a little longer drive to Cedar Point where they have at least 4x the amount of rides for little kids and much more for bigger ones who enjoy rollercoasters.

Very clean and friendly amusement park. The day we went, it was not very busy, and we did not have to wait long for any of the rides. Food is a little pricey, but if you get the meal plan and make sure you get them as close as you can to 90 minutes, then it is well worth the money. I enjoyed the salad and fruit cup option in the dinner. Make sure to get the drink cup with the free refills for the day that was a great deal. You could refill every 15 minutes. It was a great experience.

We had SUCH a fun time as a family here, with 3 kids between the ages of 5 and 11. Went on a Friday when the weather was a bit overcast, windy and cool (high of 65-70) and in early June (so maybe some kids are still in school?). There were NO lines for rides. We walked right onto every ride except maybe 2 (and that was only after it got warmer/sunnier in the afternoon). It was clean and easy to get around the park (the app helped). The price did seem quite expensive for their short hours—they were only open from 10-4 and it was $45 per person. We could’ve used more time. But we did everything we wanted to do—and most rides more than once. Zach’s Zoomers was a favorite for the younger ones. The 5 year old loved Corskscrew—he’s fearless. The older child loved Shivering Timbers. The water rides were fun too—you’ll get REALLY wet on Adventure Falls and probably really wet on Grand Rapids, which may have been a bit more enjoyable on a hot day but we didn’t mind. Just an all around fun place. Tips: go early in the summer, go on an overcast cooler weekday if possible, bring lots of sunscreen, a water bottle (there are filling stations) and lots of snacks and maybe sandwiches of your own (the food and drinks are very expensive). And have fun!

I’ll start with this, the STAFF IS AMAZING! They all seem to love their job and are incredible people.When I didn’t fit on a ride, they were helpful, kind, and didn’t turn it into a spectacle.Security was present and friendly, spotted a couple talking to kids and it made the guests’ day—the whole time security still kept an eye on the crowd.Lifeguards were aplenty took their job seriously.Game attendants made our moments memorable and enjoyable.Heck, even the water at the refill stations tasted great.The rides were fun, and there was a good selection for the admission cost. Lines were organized and short for most things. Bonus points that the water park is included.Ripcord is a fantastic add-on. Wish there was an option for video recordings.However, Michigan Adventure is in need of work.The arcade had one of the card machines not working at all, which left only one. The fidget spinner game took credits but wouldn’t work. The prize machine is a neat idea, but there’s only one and prizes are super limited. Overall, it’s an okay setup, but with no attendant on duty it’s troublesome to report issues. We’re also fairly certain some machines charged us more than they were supposed to and didn’t load our tickets correctly, but there’s no way of checking where credits were used or track how many tickets were paid out. Incorporating a game card that can be tapped rather than slid would also be helpful as some games when created didn’t have a card system in mind and it’s tricky to swipe the card.Better signage or setting up a reminder system on when the water park closes would be great. We assumed it was open for the same duration at the whole park, but were surprised when 6 hit, everything shut down, and we were told to exit. Had there been some kind of “hey, we close in twenty minutes” heads up, we could’ve gotten another slide or two in.Also, the wave pool directly in front of the entrance has MULTIPLE sections under the water of torn up surface. Anyone with bare feet could easily rip open their skin.Bathrooms are nasty. Not in a “it needs a quick wipe down” way, but in a “this hasn’t had a deep clean in over a month” way. Toilet seat was falling off, cobwebs in the corners, what looked like mold from a roof leak, caked on grime, broken toilet paper holders, mirrors with black spots.We might be back, once the merger starts showing promise, but this wasn’t a great impression.

Such a fun and unique place to spend the whole day at. I got the season pass and it is worth every penny. The waterpark is my favorite spot to visit in the summer.

I work here, I recommend coming on a weekday, sometime near the middle of the week such as a Wednesday, as practically every ride will be a walk on with no line, including shivering timbers.Shivering Timbers is the best run ride as it's got 2 trains, while mad mouse is the slowest ran ride, usually having the longest line in the whole park. For Zach's zoomer, come near the middle of the day (1-3PM) for no line.This park is REALLY overdue for a new roller coaster soon, they've got like 100 acres of unused land sitting in the back that could be used!

Feel the nostalgia!Small park but has a lot of charm. Love the wooden roller coasters. My only gripe is variety of food, but I can look past that. My family of 5 had a blast!

Great experience, but do not recommend buying food inside the park,,,it becomes way to expensive.65 for 1 pizza...but if you can afford it ,go for it. Other than that great times to be had

BE AWARE if you attend this park with little ones who are under 42". We went to the park last Sunday on a two day ticket. When we returned on Monday, very little was open for the little ones. The park admittedly has staffing issues after the high school/college kids return to school and there was no one available to operate the smaller rides. We decided to spend our second day at the water park (which is very nice) but it was just too chilly. I spoke with 2 different managers about this and they would only offer one complimentary return ticket for the current year. I explained that the same issues will exist and also we live 3 hours away. I preferred a complimentary ticket for next year when everyone will be taller. They refused. Our 41" granddaughter paid full price to enter the park but there was almost nothing available to her and management would do nothing about it. I feel you should not charge full price admission (her ticket was the same price as an adult ticket) when the entirety of the park is not open to everyone. The park itself is nice but the customer service not-so-much.

This was the first time taking the grandkids to the park. Expect to walk a lot. Wait times for rides were reasonable. Facility was clean and workers were friendly. Kid's had a blast and adults had a beverage or two to calm the nerves. Thanks Michigan's Adventure for great memories.

Pretty good time! Buy the fast pass! Buy your parking ticket online! Veteran discount is awesome! Few slides still closed most of the day. Obviously still short staffed. No one cleaning around the water park trash everywhere. Several drink stations also not open.

Great place for kids to ride their first rollercoasters. It is a good amount of ride for a family outing but not as many thrills for older teens or adults. That said, everything they do have is great. My 6 year old was tall enough for all rides but one which is better than most amusement parks that leave out the younger kids.We went during the week to avoid longer lines.The only thing that would make it better is cheaper food prices and conveyer belts that bring the large tubes to the top of the water slides.

Went on a Wednesday in early June with a 3 and 9 year old and spent 6 hours in the amusement park busy the whole time! We were concerned because the water park was closed the 2 days prior to our visit because of weather. Though it was open for our visit, we didn't have time to hit it.When the 3 year old is a bit older we will likely buy season passes- as soon as you go twice, it makes the season tickets worth the price. Go a whole day just for the water park and another just for the coasters.There was plenty to do for us all for several hours. Early June felt like it wasn't as busy as it could've been and we didn't need to use fast passes. Long walk but the toddler really enjoyed her rented stroller and snoopy camp. The 9 year old loved trying all of the roller coasters for the first time.The staff were ALL wonderful.

Michigan’s hidden gem- Not a long wait for rides. Get the food plan or pack your lunch and eat at your car(no BBQ). Lots to do- no shows but that was ok. 40+ for a ticket- find a discount (Meijers etc) we paid 44$ and that included parking.. good deal.

The rollercoasters aren’t as big as Six Flags or Cedar Point, but there are a lot of great rides and a good variety. Our family loved the Thunder Bolt and the funnel water slide. The food was not great, but the park was.

Our family visited for a day and we absolutely loved this place! I'll reiterate that there is something for everyone. My husband, 7 year old, and myself enjoyed a very full day here. This park is more family friendly than many other amusement parks, so those only looking for extreme rides may not find what they are looking for at Michigan Adventure. However, they do have many rides that thrill and my family's favorite was the Wildcat. We also loved Grand Rapids and Log Run because we remember riding those types of ride when we were little. Shivering Timbers was a beast and I would recommend it to those looking for an extreme ride. We didn't get to ride the suspended coaster or visit the water park this time, so I can't comment on those. We didn't try much of the food, but I can highly recommend the kettle corn. It was delicious AND a bargain! We can't wait to visit again next year.

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4750 Whitehall Rd, Muskegon, MI 49445, USA

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This is an absolute gem of a museum!The museum itself is really wonderful and informative. The self guided onboard tour is INCREDIBLE. The ships are in pristine condition and I feel so incredibly lucky that I was able to go aboard pieces of history! There is so much learning to be had here, and an incredible experience all together.The grounds are stunning, right on the water-wonderful view of ships and boats coming and going. I visited on a perfect summer day and the lake has never looked more beautiful. Everyone who works or volunteers here is very kind and knowledgeable. The museum, Cutter and the Submarine are absolutely worth a trip from wherever you may be coming from.

Far exceeded my expectations. Good historical background of WWII in the main building, with some amazing facts I did not know about. Also some good info on the local contributions to the war effort. The submarine itself was incredible to see, with the cramped quarters, watertight sections, the engines, motors, batteries, radio systems. It's still a huge boat, almost unimaginable that this thing could dive on demand and stay under for 15 hours before surfacing. Even the toilets were quite a feat of engineering. A great illustration of the incredible industrial might the USA developed in such a short time to ensure victory. Made me proud to see this knowing that my Father was a radar man in the Pacific theater on a ship.

I stayed overnight on the sub with my son for a cub scout outing and I had a blast. The staff was very helpful and informative and kindly accommodated the overnight stay with late and early hours in the museum and gift shop. The sun itself was fascinating to see and really made you appreciate the sacrifice made by all who served on them.

Great place to taking young kids to learn the history of WW II and military history!We only take a quick look of what is displayed on the outside of the museum due to the shortage of time we have!We will be sure to come back for a full tour because it is very interesting place!

Go watch the video in the museum first before going out to the Silversides as it will tell you a lot more then what is visually in the sub. The submarine was definitely the highlight! The cutter was as to be expected (they really hype the Silversides instead of the McLane). Getting through the sub can be quite tight in some places (obvs), so if you can't bend/stretch your legs over knee height, I would stick to the museum. We spent about 3 hours on site (there are quite a few things to look/watch in the museum building).

Really cool experience! Definitely worth checking out! There was so much to learn and they had a lot of interactive displays. This is a great place for any one of any age. They also had a nice gift shop. The best part was being to actually walk around the ship and submarine.

Its amazing, sleeping over with scouts is a great experience, the USS Drum playgrond can be a great place to burn off some energy. The museum is fun and informative, so you learn when you have fun. Great!

Wonderful to have 2 historic ships available for self guided tours. Silversides is well maintained and well signed. Great History. Cutter is very interesting but could use a bit more info. A great value for a few dollars.

This is a great place to visit. If you want to know anything about our history, check the submarine exhibit. You get to tour the submarine and see how the men lived and fought for our country. This is one of the best museums I've seen. If I could give more stars, I would.

The walk through sub and cutter were really neat. Other exhibits I've been to have everything behind glass or roped off, but these let you get up close and personal. My kids loved trying out the small, crowded bunks, climbing ladders, and sitting on the toilets! I loved all the interesting facts posted throughout. We learned a lot, took a lot of great pictures, and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!

What a great museum! I was a nuclear fast attack submariner in the 90s, and it was amazing to walk through a real WWII diesel boat.The museum itself is worth the price of admission. It does a great job of walking you through the events that lead to the attack on Dec 7 at Pearl Harbor. It then guides you through the challenges these heroes had to face.There is a display on a POW's experience. This was really moving. Powerful.A huge bonus was the diving station from a 688 class sub. This was authentic and identical to what we had on both boats I served on. It was special being able to sit in that chair. It wasn't a station that I qualified on, but it definitely brought me back to being 20 and underway in the Pacific outside Pearl.And that leads us to the Silversides. Wow. It reminded me of visiting the Colusseum in Rome. You can feel the fear, the stress, the triumphs and the terror of the hunt leaking out of the bulkheads. If those walls could talk.I have SO MUCH respect for the men who went to war in those cramped, smelly, tiny boats with unreliable torpedoes against such a dangerous opponent.It makes it so real, walking by the wardroom, seeing the control room, the bunk room, engine rooms and especially the torpedo rooms. Every valve matters. Every item there is there to keep the ocean from killing the men and letting them go bring the fight to the Japanese.Take your time here. Expect to spend 2-3+ hours here. Take time to read the displays. Especially watch the video walk through in the theater, and absolutely take your time in the boat. Listen to what these men did, how they lived and reflect on the sacrifices they made.Read about the casualty rates on boats. Give a prayer for those on eternal patrol, and reflect on the freedoms that these men brought to the world.

Easily spend all day here.Explore the history of submarines and their important part in warfare. You can swing by and see the outside for free, but the inside is worth the money to see. The crew here are amazing and I hope to be stopping by again and again.Tickets were purchased by us last minute on a weekend without issue. There were quite a few people there, but we got right on the sub no problem.Apparently, they still run the engine multiple times a year to keep it maintained. They really did a great job keeping it in it's original atmosphere. You get the sense of what it was like.I'd sure like to eat like kings as they did, but I'm not sure I'd want to breathe the stale air for 2 months at a time.

USS Silversides Submarine MuseumInteresting museum. We were in the area in 2016 and decided to see this place. Not advertised too well. Nevertheless, a monument to the men who sacrificed their lives.Highly Recommended

We were in the area camping and came here for a rainy day activity and the chance to see this well preserved artifact of American war history. The museum is pretty good with lots of space and story boards that help explain the events of World War II and this sub’s role in that war. Walking through the sub was also quite interesting with just a few story boards there. We also toured the Coast Guard Cutter which also saw combat duty. Definitely recommend this museum and its boats!

What an incredible experience and to be able to share in some amazing history! Absolutely loved this place and it's a great family friendly activity.As with almost all my reviews, it's the staff who make or break the customer service experience. Here I had the pleasure of interacting with some of the kindest, friendly and informative people I'd ever had the good fortune to meet.If you are fortunate enough to find yourself in Michigan, this is a place you should definitely visit! Loved it and I highly recommend it!

Great exhibits of the history of Naval units from the area. Really interesting display on a local who jumped in on D-day and his story throughout the war. Highlight was an actual WWII submarine that can be toured. I wish I had more time to spend at the museum.

Loved that experience! It was so cool to go inside the submarine learn how big it is, how it operates, and how it works when it's submerged in water! We read a lot of interesting facts from the posters! Highly recommend this tour!

A museum that let's you experience the cramped conditions of a WW2 submarine that is virtually unchanged since its service over 80 years ago, the Silversides museum is a place to learn about the history of the most successful U.S. submarine still in existence. The boat itself is well preserved with the ability to tour the boat stem to stern from the forward torpedo room to the aft torpedo room. The museum itself has lots of information about the history of the Silversides and the great lake's part in WW2. When I visited they also had a piece of the World Trade Center and an exhibit about 9/11.

Had a great time with family touring the museum. Learned a lot. Very nice facility. Had a structure outside for children to play on also. Bathrooms were super clean too.

WOW! Enjoyed the history and actually walked inside the submarine, and the coast guard ship was memorable. Suggest going right at 10 am when they open.

We enjoyed the entire museum. The self guided tour was a great. One can walk and read at their own pace. They had at least one person on deck of the submarine to answer questions.

Lot of stuff you can learn from in the museum and the submarine was amazing to walk through and see how they lived in there.

Wonderful, informative museum. The experience on the sub is eye opening.Friendly staff, nice gift shop, plenty of parking, at least in March.Glad we decided to visit.

My son's Trail Life troop stayed the night on the sub. I was able to also as a chaperone. It was a great time hearing about how the sailors lived and the history of the sub. The museum and staff were also great and informative.

This is definitely a place where you could spend about 5 hours visiting. We were only there for about 2 and a half hours and did not get to look at everything they had on display.The main attraction is by far the submarine, but that is not all that the have to show. The museum building itself has a lot of really interesting exhibits about life at sea, both good and bad. They also have USCGC McLane on display and that is also worth looking around on.

This was one of my families' favorite museums as of yet! It was really organized. It had a LOT of history information and was such a cool experience. We enjoyed the museum and then the video tour. It made it feel like we had a personal tour guide when we walked through, even though our tour was self guided. I recommend that everyone should check out this place.

Cool place rich with history but aging. These subs and war museums are a great way to expose kids to history. I was a little surprised at the price of admission. Museum was pretty cool. Also a nice venue they use for a lot of different things. They also let kids sleep on the sub which is pretty cool. Worth a trip out there to see.

Great museum for all age groups. Our group had 3 adults and 2 kids (11 and 9). We learned about some local soldiers with very interesting experiences in WWII. It would be a great outing for a Scout group too.

This is a very cool museum and has a lot of information pertaining to World War 2 especially the naval side of the war. Being able to walk through a historic submarine is definitely an experience and something I highly recommend everyone experience once. It truly paints a picture of what it might have been like to be aboard one of these vessels during the war. It's an open floor and you can choose what you want to look at or read. The submarine is also open meaning no guided tour which is really nice in my opinion. Tickets can be purchased right when walking in.

Wealth of information. Amazing to see things first hand and interacting with everything adds a whole new perspective. Truly gives a look into the prices that have been paid for our freedoms. If your in the area it's a must stop destination.

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No matter the time of day, or season of year, this is by far my home away from home. My kids and I live at this beach in the warmer months. It is normally pretty clean. Sometimes jerks leave trash but there are trash cans all over so you can be a not jerk!! Portable toilets available and there is also a permanent bathroom available during the summer. A restaurant is right on the beach with a walk up window and sit down seating too. They offer food, drinks, and ice cream. There are also several locations near the beach that sell ice cream and snacks too. You do have to pay for parking but if you live in the county of Muskegon you get a free parking pass.

Great beach experience, lots of parking available, clean sand and accessible to the water. The Deck is a popular spot for dining and night life, and the Beach Cove is a convenient place to change clothes, shower off sandy feet and get refreshments. A perfect beach spot in Michigan.

Great place to access Lake Michigan from the Muskegon area. Parking is prepaid at $10/day or $20 for a season pass. The beach was very clean. The bathrooms were relatively clean. Easy parking all the way down the park. We are up here for the week and have visited every day. There is a nice play structure and beach volleyball courts on the premises.

The sunset, the night we walked the pier, was the highlight sunset of a lifetime for all 3 of my kids and I. It's absolutely magical how it played out. The sky was bland, overcast, and we couldn't even see the sun that day. Ty, Ash, Em, and I decided to walk down the pier to the lighthouse right at sunset. We commented wishing the sky was in a better mood for a prettier sunset, having no idea how it would turn around the farther we walked. Both girls and I barefoot, of course, didn't realize the 2 mile round trip was mostly concrete 🥴. We first see a memorial for all the people who have lost their lives on this pier. The farther out we got, the sketcher it got. Drop off on each side surrounded by huge boulders. As we walked on, the more beautiful the sky became, turning into the most beautiful and breathtaking sky we've ever seen. And somehow, our phone cameras came very close to capturing it. We even chatted with a local that ventured out, saying how rare it was for them to see such a sunset over the lake. It was very hard to turn our backs on to venture back to the soft sand. Our feet were begging for 1/4th of the way in. Really wish I'd have taken more pics of our faces. But, we were too in awe of the sky to snap pics of anything else. Watch the pics in order (ugh, I don't think it put them in order) to see the sky turn from mundane to magnificent. The 2 hours we spent is not only the highlight of our trip, but mist definitely a highlight of a lifetime as a mom with my sunset chasing kids. If you are lucky enough to find yourself in Muskegon Michigan, definitely take the time to walk down the Marquette Pier.

A really nice beach. It was a Saturday when we were there so it was very crowded and parking was limited but if you were patient you could get a spot. A great concrete walkway that goes out to the breakwater light. A very popular boating harbor, also. A good place to bring the family for a day in the sun.

Love this beach! Lake Michigan is just perfect, the sand here is wonderful for kids to play in, and the light house is a fun perk.Live the sunsets!

Due to the Canadian wildfires fires the day at the beach was particularly clouded, but nevertheless in was an enjoyable visit. It did eventually clear up once the wind picked up, but I had a chance to take plenty of pictures and videos. Overall great beach! Don't bring your dogs though. Also someone anchored their boat on the beach. Not cool!

Such a nice beach to swim and lay out at with a pier to walk down as well! They have an ice cream stand with restrooms and restaurant down the beach as well!

A great beach! Easy access to water, the bathrooms are very nice, view of the lighthouse, shallow enough for kids, and a great view of the shoreline! First time here and definitely coming back. Parking for the day was $7 so perfect budget activity

Beautiful enormous beach! Nice walk on the concrete/rock pier to the old lighthouse. Good amount of paid parking.

Beautiful beach.Restaurant/bar on the beach as well as a concessions area and a public bathroom. The beach also has a playground, plenty of parking, plenty of space, and many benches to rest along the way. One of my favorite beaches ever. My happy place!

This place never disappoints with its amazing sunsets and numerous ice cream spots. There are also some good places to grab some grub. It was a better place when parking was free and there were less buildings near the beach. That being said, The Deck is quite a good date spot given it's a great sunset night.

This beach is beautiful. There is plenty of parking that is close, for a reasonable fee. There's a great restaurant on the beach (The Deck) open during the summer months that is awesome. There are public restrooms near the pier as well as a playground. The beach is kept very clean and is very large. I've been to many Lake Michigan beaches, and this one is a favorite! The far south end of the beach is dog friendly (down past the water treatment plant).

The waves are really fun to surf on the south side of the jetty. Clean sandy beach with really clean restrooms. Sand volleyball courts and lots of parking.

Beautiful and clean beach. We bring our drinks and food and hang out for the day. The water is pretty shallow going out a ways, so my kids enjoy splashing around. The sand is nice to be in instead of mud and rocks like most lakes. It really reminds me of a coastal beach (my home).

This beach is very pleasant and clean. The beach is wide and contains a lot of sand unlike some other beaches in the area. There’s also a playground and snack shack by the beach. If you stay late enough, you can even see a nice sunset over the water. I’d recommend going here for a good beach experience on Lake Michigan.

Excellent beach no matter what the season! Beautiful sand with lots of beach space to enjoy. Restrooms and outdoor shower, as well as a handicapped walkway that leads near the water. There is a restaurant on the beach as well as an ice cream/snack shack. You will need to pay for parking during the summer months but it’s not very expensive. Kiteboarders are often there. Great sunsets as well. Beautiful place for a wedding too!

VERY NICE beach area with tons of room on a soft sandy beach! Well taken care of! Paid $7.00 for an all day park pass. Well worth it. Gradual decline in the water and clear sand below. It was like going to Florida beaches only cooler and friendlier to everyone! I could not recommend this more, we had a relaxing blast here! There are bathrooms in the area we went too. We WILL come back, it was that nice!

Love this beach. I have joint problems and walking in the sand can be rough. But they have a walkway that takes you close to the waters edge. So I don't have to risk injury before I even get to the water. The beach was clean. There is a play structure for the kids and a place to rent chairs and floaties. Buy snacks, ice cream and drinks. There's also a bar on the beach for adult beverages you can enjoy with your toes in the sand. I didn't go in there, but it looked pretty cute.

Great beach, nice cool breeze and well kept. Not too busy and plenty of views worthy of memories and pics.

Beautiful place!! Dog friendly, plenty of room to have your own little piece of the beach!! I recommend walking out to the lighthouse!! So beautiful out there!!

Went to the far end away from the crowd, had a nice stop to sit and enjoy the water and the view, it was a nice day not too hot.

The beach area is always a great place, beautiful sunsets, great place to watch the para sailors, boats and a wonderful walk to the lighthouse, if the weather permits. There is a awesome restaurant called The Deck, which has live music, sitting areas and swings such a great area. There is a playground and a concession stand at the beach too. A wonderful and amazing area to spend the day with family, friends or by yourself. Enjoy what beauty the west side of Michigan has to offer on Lake Michigan.

Beautiful views, crisp clean water and Beach. The Deck bar is a great place to hang out.

Large beach playground and sand volleyball. It is easily accessible by boat and located right next to "The Deck," a fabulous beachside restaurant and bar.

This was a great place for a family day at the beach! It was clean, had restrooms, an outdoor shower, and the lighthouses were really neat! There is also a BBQ restaurant that smelled amazing. We didn't eat there, as we brought a lunch, but it looked like a neat place, and it got quite busy later in the day. I would recommend taking folding chairs and some type of shade. We went on a Thursday morning and it didn't get busy until mid afternoon.

This place is really calm and soothing!The view is good, the beach and the crowd is nice. I was amazed to see a deer nearby and took pictures. The parking is free and the path to lighthouse looks scenic. Happy to visit the place.

Spacious and relaxing atmosphere. I really enjoyed the time to clear my head and watch the sunset.

Well maintained beach. One of my favorites if you’re not looking for seclusion cause it’s busy! Parking areas (paid $10/day), restrooms, foot/body wash off area, a playground structure, ice cream shop, and a bar with amazing food all located within the park.

$7 for a day parking pass, totally worth it. so much to do. Can walk the pier, boat watch, swim, eat, there are playgrounds near by. Not super amazing for rock hunting.

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Wind Point Lighthouse stands like a sentinel on the shores of Lake Michigan, a place deeply etched into our memories. We visited on a calm morning when the air was cool, and the light from the rising sun bathed the lighthouse in a warm glow. Its historic presence pulled us in, offering a glimpse of the past when this beacon guided ships safely along the rocky shoreline.Walking along the grounds, we could feel the stories held by the towering structure, its whitewashed walls standing strong against the elements for over a century. The well-manicured gardens and peaceful surroundings added to the experience, giving us a moment of reflection, as we listened to the soft lapping of the water against the rocks.The lightkeeper's house, a charming building now serving the community in various ways, felt like a bridge between the past and present. We imagined the lives lived here, the responsibility that once weighed on the lightkeepers, and how this place continues to serve, not just as a historic monument but as a cherished symbol of perseverance and guidance.It's a place worth visiting not only for its beauty and historical significance but for the quiet sense of peace it brings. Our camera captured those moments—the crisp blue skies, the towering lighthouse standing against the lake, and the sense of timelessness that comes with it.This lighthouse is a true gem, a place to take a pause, breathe in the fresh lake air, and reflect on how something so steadfast can stand the test of time.

Located on a small, and picturesque ground, the Windpoint Lighthouse is a beautiful spot for those looking to spend some quiet time away from the hustle.The lighthouse has a small adjacent building, housing the village hall, and the village police department.The grounds have well maintained gardens, clean chairs, and a small pathway to walk around the lighthouse.The place is extremely scenic for those looking for a quiet spot for a photoshoot.The lighthouse is still functional, and is open for public tours only on select dates, although the grounds are open throughout the year.There's a small parking spot, but visitors can also park alongside the adjacent golf course. There is also a small restroom, which is clean, and hygienic.

Never ceases to amaze in any season or month. Visited again in August. It holds it's beauty still. Very private beach. Waves crashing on shore, with lighthouse glowing in it's historical glory. One can just sit and watch both for hours. Well maintained garden. Don't forget to check the herb garden with it's fragrant winds

The lighthouse and surrounding lakefront area are beautiful beyond words.This was our first time here 😀 beautiful and stunning on a June afternoon! Large area to explore with a lot of history.Very relaxing sitting by the lighthouse looking out to Lake Michigan.10/10 in every way!!!

Windpoint lighthouse is a cool place in Racine, Wisconsin to check out! The lighthouse was originally opened in 1880, and is now considered a historic place. There are places to read or have a picnic on the grass nearby the lighthouse, there are a few flower gardens, and there’s a great view of Lake Michigan. The only downside is that it can be a bit busy, depending on when you go (we came on a weekend and it was fairly crowded). Note: if you’re looking to swim in the lake, this is not the place to do it. There are beaches nearby if you’re interested in doing both!

A picturesque spot right on the Lakefront. The Lighthouse is also Police Headquarters. Shady sitting benches, Butterfly Garden and a little beach. Definitely worth stopping and seeing.

One of the few lighthouses that allow an ascent to the top. The final rise is up a ladder, but if that’s too hard, there is a chair to rest and enjoy the great views from the portholes just below the top floor. The light keepers house is now a small museum that is very well curated with artifacts from ships and the lens from the top of the lighthouse along with two others from other light houses. Only open on weekends, but well worth the trip.

This is a nice little jaunt. The place isn't huge but very scenic especially when the fog comes in. The beach is different as it comes very close to the grounds . Adding to its coziness.You can take the beach south to get in an added walk when you're done with the lighthouse and grounds. South there's plenty of driftwood formations adding to the spectacle of the beach.This is a good place to get a bit of history and a breath of fresh air. Just enjoy the views.

Beautiful place. The sunset was gorgeous. Then we were honored to see from a distance, a celebration of life that a family was having. They let lanterns go into the night sky against the lighthouse, it was beautiful.

My favorite spot in Racine, WI. Such beautiful scenery with a claming atmosphere. The lighthouse is located on lake Michigan. Parking is convenient.

Swung by for a walk and for the kids to dip their toes in the water. Spent about an hour. Very nice, peaceful. Well-kept grounds including a couple of small gardens. Plenty of parking (probably more than need be). Clean single stall restrooms. A nice place to be for a bit.

A nice diversion along the trip. Just from looking at Google Maps, I decided it was the prettiest lighthouse on this portion of our trip so that's the reason I stopped. It did not disappoint.I'm an amateur photographer so I always appreciate photogenic places.

This stop was a highlight on our trip. The water was beautiful and the beach nearly deserted which is always a great benefit to the view. The lighthouse can be climbed by calling the listed number. Also note the foghorn shack.

We had the best time today at the Windpoint Lighthouse. It was so cool to learn about the history of this structure. The land surrounding the lighthouse is also well manicured and beautiful. There are no bad angles for this piece of history. We enjoyed a tour led by the lighthouse keeper, Joseph. We also met his lovely wife, Mary Ann. This is a must see part of Racine. Whether you are a history buff or simply looking for a beautiful view, there’s something here for everyone. Also be sure to stop by the gift shop right near the shore. There are so many cute items to purchase. Cash and card are taken. I really enjoyed the photography prints for purchase in the shop. Overall we loved our visit and I would recommend to anyone. Friendly atmosphere with great people and views!

Beautiful! Very relaxing too, had a nice hour or so here. Nice beach and views, the sound of the lake, you name it. There's some fun factoids on the signs so take a little stroll around to see it all and there's a rinse station for feet and dog water bowl.

Beautiful beach and lighthouse along the shores of Lake Michigan. A great day trip from Chicago.

We love to go to Wind point Lighthouse & sit on a bench watching & listening to the waves. It's also nice to watch the occasional boat or wave runner cruise by.

The light house is closed but allowed to roam the property. Small parking area but not crowded when we passed by. Its beautifully maintained. Scenic too facing Lake Michigan. Its very relaxing sitting along the bench. Worth the drive.

My wife and I absolutely loved visiting this lighthouse and the little museum attached to it. We called in advance which turned out to be a great thing as the visit was able to be aligned with the operators perfectly and in a very short manner. Having an private tour was really fun and informative, the gentleman that gave us the tour was very interesting and informed. It was a very windy day, which seems very appropriate for this kind of visit!

Love this pristine white lighthouse.Entire area is beautiful and serene.

Super cute and quiet! We love stopping here on the way to see family.

Visited the lighthouse on a Sunday afternoon so I wasn't able to go inside, but I loved the feeling and vibe of the beautiful lighthouse and the grounds. Very cool place!

What a beautiful, well maintained lighthouse and park area. Nice historical landmark with a nice drive on the way. It's a shame there's so much plastic on the beach from the lake.

Stunning! Couldn't go inside or climb the lighthouse (first Sun each month in summer), but there is ample history on the placards around the property. Nice section to walk along Lake Michigan as well.

Really beautiful grounds and lighthouse. Well kept and low key. Beautiful way to spend an afternoon.

Yes, please. After stopping to see the two lighthouses in Racine, this was a very pleasant visit though it was with the last light of the day. Still, the Wind Point LIghthouse was worth the visit.108 feet tall, it is one of the tallest and oldest lighthouses on the Great Lakes. It remains an active navigational aid though ownership of the property is now held by the Village of Wind Point.Free to visit the property, plenty of parking, a fantastic view and some true history here.

Stony beach where water shoes are needed for walking around comfortably.Quiet and just a restroom for the lighthouse. Nearby golf course.

It's a beautiful lighthouse. The beach is very nice. I would recommend a visit if you are into lighthouses.

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I love this building. This has been on my bucket list for years. Tour was great, guide was very knowledgeable. A lot to see. I really wish we could have taken photos inside the administration building and research tower since they are no longer occupied and there is no proprietary information in view. The Lily Pad gift shop should also have books related to the architecture of the buildings and perhaps gifts to purchase related to the architectural design. I’m very glad that the company does provide access to the public for free tours though, it is definitely something to see!

AMAZING!!! A must see FLW site. The office building the tower, the furniture, just unbelievable. Great family history of the company as well as a newer building almost as visionary with more history, information and artifacts. Don’t forget to visit other nearby FLW sites including wingspread the Johnson home.

Great tour guide for this architectural tour. Very interesting history of both SC Johnson and Frank Lloyd Wright. No photography allowed inside the buildings.

If you are interested in architecture and specialty in Frank Lloyd Wright don't miss this place. You can take a free tour (need to book in advance) that lasts 90 minutes to visit the headquarters and the tower. The tour also includes a visit to the Fortaleza, a recently build building designed by Foster & partners. The tour guide wasn't great but the buildings are amazing in their own right.

Important item to know: No internal photography allowed on any of the tours. Several signs stating it so I don’t think the policy is going to change anytime soon.Tip: Do try to sit in the chairs in the gathering room for the tour! You can sit in original FLW office chairs which you can’t do on the tour.The tour is pretty great! Totally recommend it! Amazing that the tower and so many parts of the main building are wrapped in glass tubes.

We took a guided tour here. We booked ahead but the guide said it would be possible to walk up. No photos inside, just outside or through the windows. It was 1.5 hours and we went to three buildings. You’ll learn both about the company and Frank Lloyd Wright.

Amazing architecture. My favourite Wright desing by far. The only upset, as an architectural professor passionate about the building, was the prohibition to take photos, a missed opportunity for gathering images for my lectures.

I really cannot recommend this place and tour enough. At first glance you would just think it's a random company. Firstly it's interesting to learn about frank Loyd right discussions with SC johnson and city developers. It's fun to see the 3 building they show you. Plus there are gift shops, art gallery style hallways, and plenty to learn about SC johnson through the decades. You don't have to like SC johnson the company or have an interest in consumer staples companies like P&G to enjoy the tour and architecture. Definitely book a tour and come visit!

It’s unfortunate you aren’t allowed to photograph inside, but perhaps it’s one of those situations where the memories far exceed the photos. It’s a must visit for any Frank Lloyd Wright fan. The S.C. Johnson Wax Headquarters is like stepping into another place and time like no other!

Nice free tour of a Wright building. Very cool building maintained by the company. No indoor pics allowed.

Excellent free tour. Well worth the drive from Chicago. Great guide - very informative.

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Very small zoo. Not many animals out in early March. But also no ability to view many in their indoor homes. The animals we did have access to were beautiful!Gift shop attendant was a little rude & unfriendly.

Definitely advantage if you need something to do with kids inexpensive and interactive. Had potential to be amazing most animal where hiding or exhibit was empty. Still nice walk around Kangaroo and Emu area are fun.

Winter time zoo visit! It was not at all crowded as can be expected I. The winter months. Many animals were not I. Their exhibits due to the cold. There was a reduced winter rate which made it worth it. $9 for a nice walk around the zoo. Got to see tiger and lions, kangaroos, zebra. Good way to kill an hour or two.

My favorite out besides the milwaukee county. I love the fact that you can walk in the enclosure with the wallabies, Kangaroo and Emus. It's a nice place to go as an afternoon trip. They also have a wonderful playground for the kids when they get tried of walking around.

Decent zoo with quite a few animals. Kids enjoyed a lot..Best part was lions and tiger can be watched very close… There could be more variety of animals..

The zoo was well kept and felt historic. I do love a historic zoo. I do however feel like it was small and took us probably a hour or so to go through. Some of the exhibits were tiny and I felt bad, but then others were huge. The Emu/Kangaroo portion was pretty neat and allows you to get very up close with the animals. I do wish they had a bigger selection of animals as well. Overall, probably one of the smallest zoos I have been too but not the worst. For what you pay, it’s not too bad.

Racine zoo is just perfect especially for younger kids and economical on the pocket. Not as big as Milwaukee Zoo or Brookfield Zoo. Definitely way better than Lincoln Park Zoo. Would highly recommend as well as go again.

What a hidden gem! Even with some exhibits closed or "aged out"/some structures needing some TLC, this little zoo has so much to offer! They offer so many opportunities to get closer looks at the animals and you can even enter some enclosures (the small birds and the barnyard). I have never experienced anything like the creek walk or the water deer enclosure and it felt like a mini safari - it was SO cool! They also contribute to conservation and species protection. There were so many more animals than we expected and it's a beautiful location, right on the lake. Would definitely recommend and urge you to support the keepers, the grounds and the animals. We had so much fun!

Very glad we took a trip to Racine Zoo today! We spent about 3 hours and walked about 3 miles during the visit. Decently priced and the kids learned about a few animals. There were MANY exhibits closed which is why I'm giving 4 stars.

A number of the exhibits were closed, which I thought was odd as it is after Memorial Day. I would have thought everything would be open. They do have a pretty good selection of animals considering it is a smaller zoo. Some of the exhibits are only viewable from a very small window and it can be hard to view. They do have a small train you could take if walking is hard. We did eat at the grill and the food was ok. The staff we did interact with were all very friendly.

It was amazing. My husband and I went on our wedding anniversary. It was perfect easy to get around and see everything. The little snack shop was really good. Plenty of bathrooms throughout the zoo. The staff was very friendly. Lots of animals to see. Not too expensive either. I recommend everyone go there at least once. We will be going back for sure.

Jack o lantern of lights was amazing. My 9 yr old did notice that they weren't actually real pumpkins (maybe some of them were?), so that dulled the experience a tad for her. Overall, it was phenomenal to me! Price was just right

Pretty great experience and not too long of a walk around. Perfect size zoo for little walkers. Strollers are available to rent as well.

Nice small zoo. Intimate encounters with Kangaroos and Emu. Nice information from staff at a couple of chat areas. Watch for signs with times. We saw the Canada Lynx go through some training with keeper. Was very exciting to see the behaviors.

We had a fantastic time in the winter snow globe! The food was excellent and there was plenty for eight people. We played games and listened to Christmas music with the blue tooth speaker provided. We could even hear the lions in the zoo roaring at night! It was awesome and I highly recommend this experience.

Viewing the penguins outside was awesome and walking with the kangaroos was a great experience! Max & Jenny, the orangutans were fascinating to visit!

Always beautiful, clean, and a great time. Definitely recommend as a first time zoo first or even a day trip or a repeat trip. Either way you will have a great time with kids of any ages. Love it here ❤️

This is a nice little zoo! Handicap accessible in all aspects. Lots of fun things to do! You can feed giraffes and small parakeets. If you want to feed the giraffes, you need to pay at the window when you buy admission into the zoo. Giraffe feeding is at 11 am! There are 2 concession stands to get snacks and drinks. Great view of Lake Michigan at the back of the zoo!

I hadn't been there since I was a kid well over 40 years ago. I was very nice to return. It is very well upkept, the animals all look healthy and their environment is clean and maintained.They have started charging and I was more than fine with paying $22 for 2 adults. It is not a large Zoo, but I really enjoyed it and photographing the animals. I will go again for sure.

This is a small zoo with a reasonable entry fee. It's like a park with a lot of open green space along the shore of Lake Michigan. Though their enclosures seem small when compared to other big city zoos, the animals appear calm and well taken care of. There is a big playground for kids of all ages, a little train to ride, and daily shows to see some of the smaller animals up close.

Nice zoo with a number of the Big 5 animals like a rhino, lions, a zebra, a bear, etc. Even if you visit late afternoon, when the animals hide more, it's still worth a visit. Lots of green area, and there's a train tram around the park for $3 per person. The animals also have the option to have quiet in buildings if there are too many visitors.Nice location on the lake, but tends to be a bit winder and cooler.There are several interactive exhibits for kids, like a goat and sheep area where kids can brush the animals and a parakeet cage that you can enter and feed them. Visitors can also walk around kangaroo and emu area (no cages). There's also a large playground with slides and a climbing structure.Bringing your own snacks is ok!

We normally love the Racine Zoo. However, last time we went it seemed like less than 1/2 the animals were on display. We were super disappointed. We heard that many of the animals don’t come out unless it’s above 70. So, I’m still giving it 5 stars because it can be an amazing little zoo…. And they have the best playground for kids. Just guess we need to only go when it’s warmer out.

This is a smaller zoo, but it is well worth the time to visit.I saw nearly as many animals up close here as I have at some larger zoos.Plus, this zoo is designed for children with a multitude of playground areas and many benches to rest while family members ride the Zoo Choo train.Come have some fun.

It's a great zoo, just the right size, neat and clean and we got to feed one of the giraffes which was amazing

Sept. 24th, 2023My daughter's 💍 wedding venue was at the Racine Zoo. I joked around and said that the Zoo was the best place for our relatives to get together. The weather was absolutely perfect. The ceremony was a hidden treasure and had a stage, comfy seating, decorations and a walkway that could accommodate my electric wheelchair. The staff was so hands on and anticipated needs. The reception area was in a shelter-like building which could accommodate bad weather. We certainly did not need that. The food was from a local pizza place and the pizzas were made fresh in their ovens right there. What a great idea! I still need to find out where the desert came from as it was excellent. There were snacks, pasta dishes and salads. The DJ was 😎 awesome! We had so much fun! The pastor was from Rise Church in Racine. It was a beautiful ceremony and The fellowship of the church could be felt throughout the whole wedding. What a blessed day. I highly recommend having a wedding at the Racine Zoo!

Such a wonderful time! We had ages 22-65. The chili was hot and delicious. We brought items for a charcuterie board and ended up taking a lot of it home. The drinks were plentiful and included hot chocolate. Roasting smores was fun. I would bring extra marshmallows next time as our group powered through them. It was a very cold and windy day but the 2 space heaters kept us plenty warm. It was a delightful set up and we played the catch phrase game provided which was quite entertaining. The animal encounter was done in the gift shop which was a bit of a surprise but the zoo handler was delightful, very informative, and we loved meeting Harley. The Igloo hosts were very professional and on call for any questions or assistance. Will do again next year.

Wonderful day at the zoo with friends. 💜We played at the park, went on a train ride, pet and brushed the goats.Animals we saw, multiple different monkeys, lion, kangaroos, different reptiles, goats, pigs, penguins, birds, and fish.

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Is an interesting free tour. It literally takes 30 min and it is very basic. You don't actually get to see them making the beans but you see videos of the history and work. It is a fun activity for kids and families. They have most Harry Potter candy!!

Fun. So many flavoured beans. Come out take the tour. It's an hour out of your day + you get a paper hat + a jelly belly snack bag + you ride on a train. Hello, a train (more like a cart, but you get the idea. Look at pics). Enjoy. Its SUPER FUN.

Although factory tour was not available we had so much fun in the retail store. There is a lot to discover - all kinds of flavors and other jelly bean items! Staff is super friendly and helpful. Definitely worth a visit for young and older people

We came 9/4/2017 free tours hours 9am -4pmThe tour wait was 30 mins & the tour itself took about 15 mins. The candy store has a lot of options & the prices are affordable and we got a 20% discount that we found in a Wisconsin magazine that was found at the store. Overall was fun experience.

Good thing the tour is free. You ride a train around the warehouse past a bunch of props and several stops to watch old videos showing production techniques and company history. They give you a small bag of jelly beans at the end. They sell their rejects at a reduced but still pricey rate. Their chocolate candies were unimpressive and the taffy was hard as a rock.

You can't miss a chance to try every flavor at the sample counter! However, their train tour was not worth the drive; it desperately needs to be updated. I really appreciated the friendliness of the employees.

My husband loves jelly beans so this was a fun stop on our way home to Chicago. They have free samples of everything and if you're lucky, Sam I Am will be working the counter and he'll make fun Jelly Bean cocktails for you! He made a mimosa and a pumpkin pie for me. They had 1/2 pound bags of jelly beans for $1, buy one get one free! What a deal!! The factory tour was 15 minutes of fun if you are aware that it's not the factory where they make the jelly beans--its just a warehouse. You get a free bag of jelly beans after!

We did this stop as my wife really wanted to go here. We had been at my brothers place and this stop was on the route home. We had lots of fun. You have a guy that helped eith the sample bar and he was awesome a funny too. He made up some combos for us to try and he was spot on.Thanks for the good time.

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10100 Jelly Belly Ln, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158, USA

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So much fun… we immediately did a second room! Both were different enough that it was still challenging. Blast from the Past was the first room we did, and Dukes Farm was the second one. There was 4 of us and collectively we’ve done over 50 rooms. All of us enjoyed both rooms and will be back to do the others.Rooms were well set and very clean. Clues made sense and led us on a continuous journey to the end! We escaped Blast with 20 minutes left, and Dukes with 4 minutes to spare. Great time. Thank you to our amazing game masters - Celina and Josh 🫢

Great place and lots of fun! Absolutely wonderful and helpful staff. I can't speak highly enough of their efforts to make this a truly great experience. Lot's of different rooms to choose from so we will definitely be coming back to try them all

Stopped in here with a couple of friends recently for the first time. It was one of my friends' first escape rooms and we picked Duke's Farm, which was a medium difficulty. We had a blast! The employees were friendly and cheerful, and our game guide (Kaleigh, I believe) was amazing! We all love her.The set was well-designed and the game was compelling and fun the whole way through, with a lot to do and see. The challenge was perfect for us, and we escaped! The price point is very affordable, and I love that all the rooms are private and you don't have to pay for extra tickets to get a room for yourself and friends.The merchandise is very affordable. We will be back - next week, in fact!

We had such a great time at 60 to escape! We went for my son’s 10th birthday with a few of his friends. The facility was so clean and all the workers were so kind! We had a little boy in our group who was a little nervous to enter the Containment escape room. The employees offered him different options to make him feel more at ease including giving him a special flash light! They were very understanding and patient and eventually we were able to get him into the room and we all had the best time! I felt like they really accommodated the younger crowd with many clues and nudges as they called them! Our room host was so sweet and fun and made the experience that much better! We cannot wait to go back to 60 to escape! Thank you so much for a great time!

This escape room was marvelous! Challenging enough to need to use clues, but not challenging enough to not finish. I was here with a group of 4 and we all very much enjoyed this experience. One of the best escape room experiences I’ve had. I highly recommend these escape rooms to anyone! We completed the Museum Heist, but I’m excited to go back for more!

Our group has been to a lot of escape rooms and this location is consistently among the best. Immersive experiences with intricate and interesting puzzles. We've done 4 of the 6 available rooms and they're always a blast. Kayla and Jacob, the two game hosts we have had, have been excellent and are clearly passionate about the experience for players. As long as they keep making new rooms we will keep coming back!

Went here today with my family, ages 6 to 70. Everyone had the best time! This was the first escape room experience for all of us and we absolutely loved it. We played Blast from the Past. Jacob was our room guide and he was fantastic! We are already planning our next trip back. Can't wait to try more rooms.

So much fun! We did the Hidden Temple. Like the other reviews say, high quality design. Most puzzles were pretty logical, but the clues are always there if you need them.We’ll absolutely be back.

We did the Museum room and it was fantastic. The artifacts and challenges were really interesting. Our helper, Kayla (I believe) was great. She was inviting when we got there and clear in her explanations and seemed genuinely excited to celebrate when we got the jewel. This is the third escape room we have done and it was hands down the best. We will be back to try another room.

We did mystery manor and it was SO fun to do with our kids! It wasn't too hard which allowed the kids to get really into solving the puzzles. They actually did great and are asking when we can do it again. Loved it. We will certainly be back...it was the perfect family night for us

We had SO much fun! This is one of the best escape rooms I’ve been to. The escape room was very intricately designed, and everything just made so much sense. Very cool storytelling and instructions were very clear. We highly recommend and will definitely be back!

A group of 6 kids (ages 9-12) had a great time escaping the museum heist with 39 seconds to spare! It was nice that we could add in unlimited clues, but the kids were able to get through it using 10 clues. The adult in the group also needed the clues, too, so it’s worth it if you’re going with a large group of kids. There was plenty for everyone to feel that they helped, and a lot of the tasks involved a team effort. Thanks for such a fun time!

Jacob was an awesome room guide for Hidden Temple! It was the 100th escape room for me and my wife, great time with a group of friends! Can’t wait to come back and try more here!

As a fan of escape rooms, the Gurnee location is one of the best I've ever been to. My group and I are happily making our way through every room they offer. The rooms are immersive and the puzzles are challenging without being too difficult. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. You can tell that they enjoy what they do. Shout out to Kayla and Jacob. The two of you definitely added to the enjoyment of our visit.

This was my first ever escape room experience and it was amazing!!! I can’t remember our guides name but he was great, he had darker hair and led us through Blast From the Past, we didn’t escape but we were so close and he was nice enough to show us what we had left and how the room worked. It was really interesting and my friends and I couldn’t have asked for a better guide. I bought a T-Shirt and plan on going back and doing all the other rooms!!!

We had so much fun with Duke's Farm! It was our first time doing an escape room and we had a blast! Kayla was super helpful during our time and even took some photos of us after! We'll definitely be back to do more!

We played three of the games and all three were some of the best we’ve played of the 100+ we’ve experienced. Kayla and Kaylee were awesome game masters. Super friendly and clearly passionate about what they do. We also interacted with other two employees at the front desk who were also welcoming. Highly recommend!

Brought my 13 yo daughter and 5 of her friends here to celebrate her birthday. We did the Hidden Temple Room and had a blast! Jillian, our guide, was super friendly and helpful without giving anything away! The clues were challenging and the girls had a great time putting their heads together to solve the puzzles. We all had a really fun time and can’t wait to go back. I highly recommend 60 to Escape to anyone looking for a fun outing that’s not the same old, same old!

I played blast from the past with my coworkers, and let me just say it was amazing. Our game master Jacob was funny, informative, and went above and beyond to answer any questions we had. The game itself was imersive and fun! The puzzles were a good mix of hard and easy. I loved that there was enough to do with a larger group so no one was just sitting there doing nothing. Can't wait to go back and do the other games!

Had an awesome time! We booked this as a last minute thing with friends. We did the Mystery Manor with a team of 4 and we had a ton of fun. The staff was cheerful and friendly and helpful, and this was definitely one of the better escape rooms we’ve done (and we’ve done a lot!).

My family and I really had fun. It was challenging room(s). My son thought I’d finished with nearly 20 minutes left but nope. Good and new puzzles we had not experienced before. Thank you for a great time.

kids 9,13,15 and 16 all had a great time and felt like they contributed. we did the museum heist and it really was very well done. great props and effects. staff was great. we're definitely going to try the other rooms.

Super fun experience. They have diverse themes to escape from and they're super friendly. I brought my baby in a carrier and they were fine with me having him. We did the museum heist and I recommend trying that one. I think you can do a group of up to 6 or 8.

This was thee best Escape Room we've been too! So updated and appeasing to the eye! Our host Nico was simply the best. We drove over an hour to Gurnee for spring break and it was worth it!!And we ESCAPED!!We will be back!

I loved every second! Very immersive. My group and I challenged ourselves by doing the most difficult room (Containment Breech). The puzzles were fun and took some good brain power. All in all, a lovely experience! We'll be back!

Wonderful place with the most helpful and friendly staff. We did the Hidden Temple escape and the set was so immersive and filled with just the right amount of twists. The puzzles were well structured and and made the whole setting feel very intricate. Very fun and a must recommend for friend groups and couples who like more cerebral experiences.

We were interested in a fun indoor event to complete as a family with our son on leave from the military visiting from Hawaii. I was brainstorming and decided to try this. I was skeptical, but we had a wonderful time! The escape room was a great way to work together to figure out puzzles, patterns, and clues. We shared a lot of laughs, and it was also exciting when we unlocked the mystery. The staff was extremely helpful and professional. We learned there are different rooms to try too. I would highly recommend doing this, and we are looking forward to trying another escape room in the future.

I've done about 20 escape rooms in the last few years, and The Museum Heist room was in the top 3 for sure. Well designed puzzles and great decor. Kayla was a great host too. Would definitely recommend, and may come back again for another room while on this trip!

Me and my wife went to the hidden temple and it was okay, this time we went to the dukes farm and we had an astonishing time. If you don’t like one room you’ll definitely like one of the 6 rooms we still have 4 more to go. Whatever the case maybe it’s a great way to spend time with spouse, friends, or family. Definitely recommend trying all 6 rooms.

My family and I absolutely LOVE escape rooms and try to check one out every where we go. 60 to Escape was super fun and highly recommended!!! We experienced the Museum Heist and had such a blast escaping and stealing the diamond with time to spare thanks to the guidance of our tour master. The staff are very professional and animated. The facility was very clean, and the props, extra rooms and puzzles were in great condition. They did not disappoint. We would go again if we had more time in the area:)

My wife and I have done around 40 escape rooms in the last few years, and 60 to Escape ranks in our top 5 easily. I would definitely recommend trying them out.We have done Mystery Manor, Dukes Farm, and Blast from the past as just a two person group, and did Containment with a group of 6 as it is a bit harder.The room set designs, interactive puzzles, and general flow of the games are excellent. They use lighting and sound effects very well, it is a little dark at times but you can always see or are provided flashlights which is nice (some other places we have been make you just suffer in the dark trying to read).The puzzles are always integrated into the themes and atmosphere, there aren't just random boxes with 4 digit locks on them or a ton of keyed padlocks like some other places do. This helps really keep the immersion going and improves the overall experience as it does not get repetitive with the puzzles.The workers and friendly and knowledgeable and willing to give recommendations on which rooms to do next at certain skill levels.The only negative is the "pay for unlimited clues" option when booking a room.

We did Dukes Farm and we escaped. Each room we entered was well thought out. Our game master May was great! We had such a fun time. Thanks May and thanks 60 to escape!!

Amazing and so much fun! Challenging enough to make you think and problem solve, but so entertaining and keeps you on your feet. So many rooms to choose from and each has its own feel and really awesome storyline. Had a great time with my kids and keep going back!

We did Blast from the Past and it was a terrific escape room. We had 2 adults and a 9 year old, we’ve done over a dozen rooms together, and the 60 to Escape rooms are always our favorite. This room had a good mix of puzzles, enough “easier” puzzles that our 9 year felt very helpful, it also had some logic puzzles that require a bit more thinking. Overall a terrific room, we escaped with over 12 minutes left and didn’t use any clues.

Wow, what a great place! We have done escape rooms before, but the Hidden Temple room was on a different level compared to our other experiences. It was incredibly interactive/immersive, and we loved that barely any of the clues were locks. (Some places can go overboard on locks.) We had two kids in our group, and although there were a couple slightly spooky elements- they both loved it. Our “room host” was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!

We did two rooms. Blast in the past and mystery mansion. We successfully finished both. The rooms were very immersive, especially mystery mansion. All the puzzles weren’t crazy difficult but also not super easy. It really was nicely balanced. I’ve done probably close to 40 escape rooms and mystery mansion is near the top of the list. It’s worth checking this place out.

Best escape room I have ever been in! We did mystery manor and it was a great experience. The room was interactive, had an a great theme, and was a good level of difficulty. Our gamemaster was also phenomenal!

We have done several escape rooms and the Hidden Temple was the best one we have ever done. Super immersive. Beautiful set. A little spooky, too. Several rooms and lots of different clues/puzzles. The employees were fantastic as well. We will definitely be coming back!

Omg we had a fantastic time and we completed the most difficult room even though 3 out of 7 on our team had never done an escape room challenge before! Definitely recommend!

Edit: We just escaped from Blast from the Past and Containment. Both these rooms were absolutely amazing. 5-star rooms that absolutely delivered. Containment truly went above and beyond any escape room I've done before. I was scared and on edge for a good portion of it, and the super creative jump-scares made me immersed in the room. I'm still thinking about how awesome the room was many hours later. It's a super tough room that we probably wouldn't have escaped from if we hadn't done a lot of rooms previously, but it's so worth it thanks to the hints. Also, I think Hidden Temple is their best designed room in terms of puzzles going in order. I think it might just be one of the best designed escape rooms ever.Original review: We escaped from the hidden temple and it was amazing! Lots of surprises and really great props and environment. Looking forward to the next room!

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6170 W Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031, USA

An excellent fun family experience! There is so much to do. Not just picking apples but raspberries and veggies too! Plus pumpkins 🍎🍁🍏 Loved the 🌽! 😋

Just go here, too much to brag about! Pick your own apples, vegetables & great food, games & PUMPKIN CANNON! Pix are from their 17th (I believe) annual car show & view from orchard

Our family's favorite farm. We have been coming her for years and love. Come for strawberry picking, apple picking, pumpkin picking, and, of course, the donuts. They also have the best strawberry slushy. Take the trip to this farm you won't regret it.

I am so happy we have found this farm. They have so many PIY veggies, apples and berries. Really reasonably priced and kind and attentive staff to guide you.They also have an ice cream/cold drinks shop, attractions for kids and so much more. You can easily make a family day trip out of it.

It was small strawberries, but very, super sweet! I arrived to farm on Tuesday around 10 am. It was already so many people there. Overall I got good experience)))

THE BEST apple picking in the area! amazing place that is clean, well kept, well staffed, great prices with better variety and quality of produce than other orchards. We went on Saturday in the height of the season and got through quickly with no problems. Their apple cider donuts cannot be beat, we got some that were still warm!The market also has great variety of products from the farm and other local businesses.According to boyfriend: would rate 6/5 if possible

Nice market with a wide selection of fresh produce, homemade canned items, meats and crafts. Seasonal pick your own vegetables, fruits and flowers. The grounds are well kept and easy parking.

It's my first time at Stades in McHenry. It was the first day of picking apples named zestar. They were very tart, apparently good for making pies. We ended up picking a few of those and another apple Maier very sweet and delicious. They have a minimum of $6 to pick veggies, sunflowers, or tomatoes. $10 minimum to pick apples. The food is included in whatever size box or bag you purchase. We chose apples in a peck for $30. Well....to walk to where you had to pick the apples was very far. And in the sun that's quite a walk. We were exhausted. A peck was about 9 pounds. They sell the zestar for $1.99 a pound so in the store near the picking orchard .....so we got ripped off. The sunflower section was almost all gone to seed. We managed to get a couple of good pictures of sunflower plants but believe me when I say only a few sunflower plants were decent. But we could say we picked our apples ourselves for the extra $10 instead of buying them in the store. 🌻The store itself, most items overpriced. Would I go again? Probably not there are better apple and sunflower farms in Illinois and Wisconsin. It was a beautiful day for a drive and that we enjoyed. The Maier apples were delicious and that was a plus as well.

Great place to enjoy. Kids loves this place as they have strawberry, blueberry picking. Other places like farmers market, ice cream shop are good too. They will soon open theme park. Nice weekend place.

This is a lovely farm for a family outing and events. The fruit and vegetable picking was lovely and reasonably priced. We of course get to keep our pickings. There's a little fast food place, a nice cream joint and a lovely market with goodies and farm fresh products. There's a miniature train ride and golf carts to move people around if needed. We saw a children's park inside the area as well but we didn't go there.Housekeeping things to remember:We did see some apples picked while unauthorized and left on a bench so I urge the visitors to not do that and be respectful of the farm. We were also told that people were uprooting the Cilantro instead of cutting them. Please follow the instructions provided at the desk. Also, do not take back the scissors if provided to you and return them at the desk before leaving.

This farm & market has everything for Fall fun! You can pick your own pumpkin, pick flowers (seasonal), buy potted mums, buy farm fresh made products like pies, taffy apples, kettle corn and apple cider donuts (my favorite!). They had rides for the kids and hot foods like corn on the cob (the best I ever had), ribs, pulled pork, and more. Staff were all very helpful and friendly! Craig drove our wagon out to the pumpkin patch, waited until we got our pumpkin and drove us safely back to the front where everything else is. I will return!UPDATE: I did visit again this year, and it was just as awesome as last year! Love the apple cider donuts!

This farm needs much more than 5 🌟 just a short ride from Chicago the beautiful peaceful location is only enhanced by the great products offered & friendliness of the staff. As you turn into the drive you will find ample parking and no entry fee ! You can 'pick your own' or you can purchase in their General Store. You will find many artisan treats & goods in the store as well as meats and cheeses. You will be immediately drawn by the scents of the bakery where you will find baked goods & candies. Grab Sourdough bread & Apple Cider donuts as soon as you see them as they sell out fast. There are many items to decorate your home & garden as well as holiday decorations and festive clothing. The Sunflowers are a thing of beauty! Who knew there were so many colors! You can cut your own & I highly recommend buying the vase since you are allowed to fill it with as many as possible! Depending on what is in season you can definitely go out to the fields and pick your own after purchasing containers. It's a treat for adults & a definite learning experience for Children. After you've picked all your goodies make your way to the Hot Butered Corn stand..ok they do have other munchies but you would be cheating yourself if you didn't try the fresh picked daily Corn ! Super sweet & bathed in butter and if you like there are additional toppings as well as other munchies for you to choose from. But make sure you leave room for dessert! Chocolate or vanilla or maybe a cold brew. It's all waiting for you at the Countrytime Creamery. Plenty of seating available across the beautully manicured grounds. There is so much to see & enjoy here !

Great place to pick veggies and fruit. We did raspberries, blueberries and green beans on our most recent trip. What a super place for children to enjoy and learn about food source. Their market is also unreal… so amazing!

Overall it was a great experience/activity with my family and friends. The farm was well organized. The staff was friendly. Parking was very convenient. You choose your basket at the entrance. $6 for the smallest basket 🧺 1-quart. You should take at least the smallest basket per person. The biggest one, the red basket (4-quart), was $18, and it was worth it. Easy to go to strawberries to pick up after entrance. Raspberry was also ready. Everything was tasty. We loved there.Also, you can use train 🚂 for $5 and try their delicious donuts 🍩 ($8.5 half dozen) with apple cider and strawberry.Their website is very informative; you can find more updated information.We can’t wait to go again for the vegetables, including tomato🍅 and pepper🌶.

We went for strawberry picking. It was our first time experience. I felt the rates are affordable. Different baskets are available for strawberries and raspberries.Employees are very helpful and polite.beautiful area with greenery.overall good experience.you can enjoy strawberry lemonade 👍Ample of parking slots are available.

Love Stade’s! This summer I’ve picked strawberries, raspberries, and apples. The market is well stocked with peaches from MI and blueberries in season too. Their corn is amazing! I’ll be back for more apples soon!

We had so much fun strawberry picking. Most other produce wasn't quite ripe enough to pick but the starberries were DELICIOUS. Their store inside the barn was also so cute and they had a wide variety of different goods, seasonal decor, fresh meats and cheeses. We can't wait to come back!

OUR ALL TIME FAVORITE!We have been to Stade’s farm multiple times. It’s open during the summer and fall season. My son loves U-pick, petting zoo, farm attractions and tractors. They sell farm fresh honey, fruits, vegetables and treats. It’s a great place for all ages. Come and experience the joy by yourself.P.S. This year we went for vegetable picking. The staff were friendly and gave us a nice tutorial on picking. We got help with potato picking. The veggies were fresh and plenty. They had cauliflower, zucchini, peppers, onions, potatoes, broccoli and cucumbers for U- Pick. The pricing was fair. It was a wonderful experience as always.

Stade’s Farm & Market is an absolute gem! Their fresh donuts are a must-try, boasting a perfect balance of fluffiness and sweetness that melts in your mouth. The banana bread is equally delightful, with a rich, moist texture and authentic banana flavor that feels homemade. The market itself is charming, offering a wide variety of fresh, locally-grown produce and products that emphasize quality. The staff are friendly and welcoming, enhancing the overall experience. A visit to Stade’s Farm & Market is always a treat, especially for those scrumptious donuts and irresistible banana bread! Highly recommended!

This place is amazing! The apples are great and the market has such a great selection. I wished there were some better magnet choices with the Stade farm name.Overall amazing. I'd post more pictures, but I don't have the consent of the people in the pictures, so here's me on a tractor.

Stade's Farm has long been a cherished destination for my family. Over the years, we've engaged in apple-picking, explored their indoor market, and indulged in their delectable ice cream offerings every autumn. Their apple-picking prices are in line with other orchards, but for those who'd rather skip the activity, the indoor store offers pre-picked apples at a more affordable rate. Additionally, their market boasts a range of homemade products from local artisans. A visit is highly recommended.

My family has been coming here for over 20 years. We come for U-Pick strawberries, apples, and pumpkins. We also love attending the Sunday worship. Owners and workers are super friendly!

It was a nice experience.1. Large parking lot...2. Rates are affordable...3. Ample stroberies and many more...4. Farm is well maintained...5. Staff is polite.

To start, Kathy was amazing at the entrance, friendly, knowledgeable, and kind. So many activities, I suggest to get there early to enjoy all of it. Reasonably priced and the layout was perfectly set up. We will be back!

Stade's Farm is a great place to have a family fun day. You can also do a date event! The kids loved all of it and we.coukdnt stop my grandson from putting more strawberries in his mouth instead of his bucket. There's nothing better than a vine picked strawberry in your mouth! Absolutely delicious! There's also rows of sunflowers to pick, different veggies, depending on the season, raspberries. They have a train ride for the little ones, too. It's cute and they enjoy it. The food there is pretty good,too. And there's an ice cream house that also sells coffee.The staff are great! Definitely good customer service.Stades also has parked tractors for the kids to climb on. Just a coolplace,so much to do other than just pick fruits and veggiesThe farm store is way better than I could've imagined. Lots of.gifyable items or things for your own home. We bought bloody Mary mixers for cocktails, amazing! Overall, this is a must do for families!

Place is great for families. The price for a wrist band going in and out of the fun area was $18 but worth it for all you can do. I was skeptical at first but it was. The parking was easy to navigate, activities were in one big area, and the biffys were well taken care of and not nasty like some places. To pick your own pumpkin it was on $8 for any size other than giant and small table size ones were only $1. If you wanted to buy straw bales they were $7 all fair price I think. My favorite thing was watching the pumpkin launcher and the hay ride out to the pumpkin patch. You can bring your own food in but do have pizza and corn dogs etc if you don't have time for packing lunches. We will definitely be back again.

We’ve been coming to Stade’s for a few years now. They never disappoint and they have an outstanding staff! Very friendly, personable and so helpful. There’s no time that we came here and didn’t get treated right. Every staff is welcoming. We came in today for our annual strawberry picking and it was another fun memory to remember. The moment we got to the farm we were offered to ride the cart so we didn’t have to walk. The ladies too at the ticket booth area was also such a delight. The young one even told us where to go. I didn’t even have to ask. We got to pick some sweet strawberries and once we are done another cart came and offered us for a ride back. It was such a breeze. This place never fails to deliver for anything, really. I love supporting businesses like this. Warm and kind people. We cannot wait to come back for the blueberries and more other things! This is an hour away drive for us and to be honest there are closer farms but I do make an effort to come over here because it’s worth it. Highly recommend!

We had a fun Sunday spent here. Weather was good, not too sunny, two different sections for strawberry picking which gives you lot of space. No issues in parking. Strawberries themselves are average in taste, not so sweet. We loved picking and eating sweet peas though! They were so tasty 😋 we should’ve got there first 😀😀 They have green beans too! It’s refreshing to harvest the veggies directly out of the farm!!Lastly there is lot of stuff to shop and the market, we pucked donuts, brownies and pastas. Ended our day with ice cream. ( they do have coffee too )

I was very impressed with the prices of their produce and gift items. Everything was well stocked and well organized. We had a great experience!

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3709 Miller Rd, McHenry, IL 60051, USA

The BEST place to visit! Hayrides, pony rides, baby animals and the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable! I love the options for the season pass

My son is 7, and he had the best time petting the animals, feeding the turtles, riding the ponies, riding the hay ride and tractor pull carts, and playing on all the playground equipment and tires they had. It's definitely a place for kids to burn out all that energy. Lots of space. Staff is super friendly. I would say they have the friendliest workers there compared to other farms like this, in my opinion. You can bring carry ins or buy some snacks/drinks there. I think it's worth the 15 dollars per person and plenty of parking available.

What a wonderful escape from everyday life! Was hard to leave after bonding with SO many animals! Pumpkin patch was plentiful with many options to choose from! Great place for kids, keep baby wipes with you as bathrooms are spread out.Wish the feeders gave out more feed, but I'm happy to have gotten to fed them!

Such a fun place! This was our first time. It's a very large and entertaining petting farm. From kittens to rabbits, goats, turkeys, pigs. Lots of climbing stuff for the kiddos. Bring snacks or a lunch.

Last fall, we purchased a family membership for the year. Not only do we get to go whenever we’d like. We also got to get first pick at the pumpkin field. The staff is accommodating and kind. We love their creativity in reusing tractors, tires, old trucks, etc for kiddos to play on.Their policy on having picnics and bringing food in is perfect with children and the pocket book. This place truly is a gem.

This place is awesome! If you have young kids, they'll love being able to spend hours here meeting animals, going on pony rides, going on hay rides, and climbing all over everything. It's interactive, active, and fun! Get face-to-face with cows, pigs, horses, alpacas, chickens, and more. Our youngest loves to sing "Old MacDonald," and he thought he was right in the middle of the song here.

What a fun place. We went in 2020 and again today and our 2 boys (almost 3 years old) had such an amazing time.The staff is delightful..so sweet and kind and happy to help. The animals are just so much fun for the littles to be able to see, feed and touch. And the grounds are amazing! We will be back again!

Took my 6 month old it was a prefect way to spend the day. Went on Pony rides, tractors rides, petting sheep and got to see all types of animals. She loved it. 10/10

We've been members for years and love it! Both of my kids have so much fun and we make sure to visit as much as we can during the summer. The fall events are some of our favorites as well and my almost 6 year old really enjoys the corn maze and pumpkin picking. We spend hours here each time we visit and still can't touch on everything because there are so many fun things to do. We love the kitten barn and after a few years of seeing kittens, finally adopted our own from here :)

I took my almost 2 y/o grandson today and he had so much fun. The pony ride, hay ride, play areas and animals were wonderful. It didn’t feel crowded despite a few school trips being on site too. We had a great time and there was plenty for someone his age too. My only suggestion would be to keep the restroom floors dry or put down slip proof industrial mats over the floors. The floor in the ladies room was really wet and with brown water from all the dirty shoes. Definitely a slip hazard. Otherwise everything else was great.

We love this place and stop often. This kitty barn is the best. Take the wagon ride. Takes about 3 hours to see everything and it’s sooooo worth it. Not expensive at all. I only wish they had some food available, even if it was hot dogs and burgers.

This place is so fun! Be prepared to either buy a membership (which is worth it!) or spend the day there because there is much to see. A membership is worth the expense because the size of the farm is so large, it’s worth splitting up into several visits and a membership pays for itself after three times. Pony rides are included as well as a fun tractor trailer ride in the price of admission. If you visit in the fall, you also get to take a pumpkin home! This farm is such a gem, super family friendly and a true childhood experience! For the amount of animals there are, the whole place is incredibly clean. There are also several bathrooms on site which are cleaned often.

Such a fun family day we had at Green Meadows. So much to do and different attractions to walk around to. Plus fun activities to keep the kids entertained. Will definitely be back!

Our kindergarten students and parents enjoyed our field trip to Green Meadows Petting farm very much. The self guided tours are perfect. This gives parents the choice of what to see and when to ear. I loved that there was a set time for our group to go on the hay ride. Hopefully the pony rides can have a set group time as well in the future. The pony rides were the most popular and wait times were very long.

What a great place! Lots of animals and feeding opportunities; plenty of play areas too. Spent nearly 2 hours here with our 3-year old and didn’t even get to see everything. Would recommend 3 hours. Hay ride and pony ride are a must-do! Relaxing day in the country…we’ll be back.

Great family-friendly petting farm! I'm so glad we came to visit. Everyone on staff was very friendly and helpful. Super nice animals. You can feed many of them: goats, alpacas, sheep, chickens. You can pet many other animals, including rabbits, kittens, donkeys, ponys, sheep, goats, pigs, and turkeys. There are pony rides, hay rides, and a tractor pulling a train of wagons (a must do!). There were so many play areas! My 2 yr old daughter has so much fun! We will definitely be going back!

I love to take my grandchildren somewhere new during the week when we’re spending time together. The place added so much activity to our day, there is so much for the kids to choose from,be ready for a lot of walking. We had a fabulous time. I could see how busy it is on weekends and was very glad that I could do it during the week.

Love it here! We have a season pass and love hanging out here even for an hour! Our favorites are the kitten barn, donkeys and the hayride! My son’s favorite might be the parent / baby swings! Always a hit.

This is an absolute must visit for kids and adults. Everything was well laid out, the animals were happy and well cared for, staff were friendly and helpful, and my kids had a blast. My 10 year old was disappointed she couldn’t do the pony rides but she loved everything else. Pony rides are for kids 8 and under due to weight restrictions. The gift shop was fully stocked with treasures and treats and the bathroom was clean. We visited from Kansas City and will be back we loved it so much.

Cute petting farm for the kids. Lots of animals, tractor rides, jungle gym area and pumpkins in the fall.They have a kitten barn that was full of cute kittens when we visited. They adopt the cats out to loving families.

Had a great time at Green Meadows. The maze was more challenging than it looked, the hayride fun and all the little games were fun too. Great place for young children

We LOVE Green Meadows! They treat their animals amazing and have so much knowledge if you ask questions. We love going here for a day trip and their special events are a blast. We can't wait for this summer. :)

Excellent experience! Wasn't too busy and so much to do! Unlimited rides on the wagon train and on the hayride! Pony ride was short and quick but was fun for the kids! Definitely would recommend. At least 5 different play structures! All recycled and repaired things all over which I loved. Even the tire swings shaped like tractors made out of old tires! Rate it a ten! Will be going back!

I have been to Green Meadows so many times! I keep going back because it’s so awesome! We always for sure go in October to pick a free pumpkin. My grandson loves all the animals, the big fire engine, the silo, the pony rides, the wagon rides, the hayride, oh there’s so much fun to be had! I highly recommend making a visit!

Place was hopping with people. It looked like a place that at one time had a lot of heart but now family are just trying to keep it going, but some things are just falling apart or donated. The memorial bench dedicated to the starters of this attraction back in the 70s was a nice touch. My issues with the facility and experience are as follows:1. The hay ride only went once an hour and there was no regulation, you jump on or you miss your. Hence for a very short ride anyway.2. Corn pit was nice but not very deep as I've seen in other places. I suppose kids don't care though3. Toys and some kid areas that looked like stuff was donated or didn't have much use anymore in the condition it was in.4. The pumpkin patch was not so much a patch but a field that had once been a patch but was now overgrown with foxtail wheat or some such grass. Pumpkins were generally smaller and you had to brave your way through the brush, fun for some not for others. Not to mention at peak busy times no more carts for carrying pumpkins are left. Fyi.5. At the end of the time we showed our pumpkin stickers but our baby had a teeny tiny pumpkin and staff said it was only for paid admissions but let us have it anyway. In a cute case such as this, why say anything. Had he refused my experience there would have been a 1...So what was good? Price point, interesting slides made out of far. Equipment, and the black rolling tubes. If you know, you know.

What a great experience at Green Meadows. The kids had a wonderful time with all the animals. They loved the petting zoo. I loved that you got to pick your own pumpkin 🎃

I visit Green Meadows Farm frequently (week days and weekends), often bringing friends and family. It’s amazing in every way! Sweet, well-taken care of animals. Knowledgeable and caring staff. Awesome experience every time! It’s my happy place to be sure.

Best place for families ever. Worth the drive if you’re coming from Milwaukee. So many fun activities for your kids. Best for ages less than 12.

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This was the best in person magic show I’ve ever seen. Family friendly and a ton of fun. The show is the perfect length and there isn’t a dull moment. Outstanding presentation. High recommended. Our eleven year old loved it. I’d say the only watch out with kids would be to any light or sound sensory issues.

Theater was clean and every seat had a great view! Tristan's illusions were fantastic and his great interaction was so fun!

I rarely give anything 5 stars but this place deserves it. Tritan Crist is an Excellent Illusionist and he has a great, fun personality. Brett Daniels who performs with him has great slight of hand. Well Well worth $40 good for all ages, clean place, free parking, beer ,wine,popcorn,candy sold onsight.

I went to see Tristan Crist & Brett Daniels tonight for the first time and I was not let down at all. It was AMAZING! Every trick was so done perfectly and my eyes couldn’t believe what I was seeing. It was so much fun. A plus is that is very interactive and they loved involving the audience in their acts. The snacks were very fairly priced and the bathrooms were very clean. We got to meet the magicians after the show and they were so nice! I highly recommend going to this show, you will not be disappointed! I mean, who else just makes a giant helicopter appear on stage in just a few seconds?? It’s totally worth the $42. Go see this show, you will regret it if you don’t!

Absolutely fantastic show. The crew members were very polite and professional at will call, the waiting area was well maintained, and there were clear instructions on wait times, etc. The show itself was a wonderful experience! There was comedy, illusion, magic, and amazing stage lighting, and sound! The show is a work of art that I would enjoy experiencing again. The clothing style of the performers was visually appealing as well. A well put together show that was worth the time and money. No disappointment whatsoever. The owner seemed to appreciate his customers and was friendly and professional!

Loved the show! Very entertaining and I kept asking over and over “how did they do that??” Very engaging with the audience and well worth the drive from Milwaukee! Vegas caliber entertainment in Lake Geneva Wisconsin. Thrilled they allowed pictures and autographs after the show! I will be back and bring more friends.

I saw the Tristan Crist show this past weekend. This is the second time I have seen the show as I was in the area a year ago. The show is as good the second time as the first time. He has put in a number of new illusions so the show was fresh and as enjoyable. So if you have seen the show one time I definitely would recommend seeing it a second time. Tristan is crisp and engaging with his presentations, everyone is treated with respect. His performance skills are very well done. His assistant Shannon is stunning and is an amazing foil for Tristan. The theater is modern and comfortable. The staff is highly professional. I highly recommend.

Took my wife and 2 boys ages 7 and 8 years of age. The show was fantastic, which really makes you think of how was that's done and just very cool. My boys stay tuned througho the t entire show. Good times for all. The Magician slight of hand in between the main performances was excellent as well.

Our family had a magnificent time at the show. Amazing performance!

This is a show worth 3x the price! It is superb. Very family friendly. Entertaining and reminiscent of Vegas style entertainment. However, Tristan’s personality on stage is warm and engaging. His acts feature incredibly strong illusions that are unbelievably delivered. There is nothing negative to be said. Great job to Tristan and all the staff.

Always fun for me to see a magic show ✨️ 😊 175 seat theater with great performances of comedy, slight of hand, & large stage illusions. As an avid fan of magic for all ages, I would definitely attend again 👍👍

We had a lovely time. It was fun, engaging, spectacular, and so over the top! We loved taking photos with them at the end of the show. Great seats, great theater. Great magic!

Excellent show and great comedy on top of it. It's a very personal experience since the theater is not gigantic, which i thought was fantastic. There are no bad seats, so you can see everything very clearly, and the audience interaction was fun.

Our first time here and it was just amazing! Nothing bad to say about the show at all. Interaction with the crowd was fun and they even threw in a lot of funny humor which was great for us adults. Meet and greet at the end with pictures and autographs which was neat! Good memories made

I took my 12-year-old daughter to her first magic show here while we were visiting Lake Geneva on a nearby camping trip. The day of the show, she didn’t really feel too excited about the prospect of attending since she’s not really a crowds person. This was exacerbated by the fact that we got seated in the very front row, center of the stage…where potential audience participation was much likelier.Much to her horror, she was called upon to participate as a volunteer…her face broadcast on the big screen and all! 😅 But she pulled through it like a pro! After the trick was over, Tristan gave her a prop from the stunt as a souvenir, something she’s now proud to have as a memento.Suffice it to say, as I glanced over at her from time to time to see her reaction, her face was wild with captivation. Smiles galore! The birds especially won her over. When we left the theater, she told me that she had a great time, and enjoyed it much more than she expected to. A few hours later, she was still talking about it. That’s a huge win in my book.But I saw the show too, and so I’ll capture my own impression here as well. For adults, the performance was cheesy at times, and around a third of the tricks were pretty obvious. A few minor slip-ups on the sleight of hand by both magicians let me in on tricks that weren’t so obvious otherwise. But, I have to admit that I was watching with a slightly critical eye. However, there were a few illusions that they knocked out of the park, and at no point was the show never not fun…even with the aforementioned in mind. The assistant was beautiful and always on her mark.I’d like to give this 5 stars, but 4 is a more realistic rating for the venue and the content overall. I still highly recommend this family friendly show, and would happily pay to see it again at some point in the future. It was a great time, and I wish all the performers the best of luck going forward!

We had a great time for the show, we purchased tickets online and was able to pick up 1 hour before the show. They sell drinks and food to bring in. There are seats for only 100 or so people, feels small but can see from any seat. There is an intermission, if you are a larger person there may not be a good seat for you.

My family and I had a great time here tonight. I would recommend for all. My son and I talked about the tricks the entire ride home. We watch all kinds of magic shows together.

Best Magic Show Ever!!!Tristan Crist is amazing. The Theate is small, but perfect because you get a more upclose and personal show. You get to meet and greet, plus take pictures with Mr. Crist since you can't take any pictures or videos during the show. Plenty of parking, plus handicap parking available too.

Absolutely astonishing and a terrifically fun time for the whole family! I would drive to Lake Geneva just to watch this show. My teenage son and my 7 year old daughter had such a blast! Highly recommend.

We loved tonight’s show! It was very fast paced and kept our attention throughout the entire performance. I especially liked Tristan Crist’s personality. He seems humble and was really funny. We enjoyed the acts by Bret Daniels so much also. Real professionals with high quality equipment and illusions. I would have paid three+ times the ticket price to see this show. Great venue with no wait to pick up our tickets or get snacks. It was an amazing night! Thank you.

We had so much fun visiting the Tristan Crist Magic Theatre. The performance was very professional and exceeded our expectations. Tristan is a very talented illusionist with a great stage presence and sense of humor. The venue was small and the show was very interactive 10 out of 10 - would do again and would also recommend to others.As someone with a seizure disorder, I would highly caution others with light sensitivities or light triggered medical conditions. The show is heavily lighted with stobes and flashing lights for the extent of the entire performance - which I did not expect. While the use of effects is noted as you enter the theatre, I do not recall seeing this information listed ahead of time during the ticket buying process - maybee I somehow missed it. The use of lights is quite extensive. So I thought it was worthwhile to note for others so that you aren't caught off guard upon arrival.Altogether, the Triatan Crist Magic Theatre offers the best illusionist show I have ever seen!

First time going, loved the small venue. Tristan was so personable, funny and very good as an illusionist also had a wonderful magician some audience participation. 90 minute show thought the ticket price was very reasonable. They also come out in the lobby for pictures like a meet and greet after the show

Absolutely entertaining. Kids loved it ages 6,7,9. Tristan has great stage presence and knows how to engage the audience. Exceeded my expectations. Way to go!

Wow. When they say 'Vegas-style' entertainment, they aren't lying. Beautiful theatre, beautiful performers. Loved the opportunity to meet Tristan and Shannon after the performance. They're terrific people.

We absolutely loved the Show, and still trying to figure out how Tristan got that helicopter 🚁 on the stage...lol 🤔

It was a really good show. We brought my 8 year old nephew, and I think the adults in the audience liked it as much as him. It's a 2 hour show, so it was definitely worth the price of the ticket.

We were so overwhelmed with the show! The illusions were top tier. The wine bottle multiplying was amazing! We want a tool that multiplies our wine. 😂 Tristan was fantastic and it was the cherry on top to watch Brett Daniels. What a professional!!

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If you're looking for a great hike.The North Shore portion of the path offers breathtaking views of the lake and incredible homes.

It was a beautiful day. My English bulldog absolutely loves it. Going there I make it his day. I go shopping. He walks until he gets tired and then I put him in his stroller. We have lunch at a restaurant where we can sit outside

Lake Geneva is a beautiful area to walk around. Beach is nice, but busy & they charge a fee for entrance. We went to the free nature preserve, and it was quiet and relaxing.

This path is against federal laws according to the American disabilities act and accommodations for disabled Americans that there is no variance for the pathway for disabled people using the path. There are many that houses use Flagstone and have some stairs and is almost impossible! At many points it took a friend to lift the walker over the stairs and jagged flagstone or other areas impossible for disabled people to traverse while having to wait for friend to return to hold onto him ( he is not the disabled person in the photos. FYI,) The mayors and the city councils whoever oversees this should be on top of this right away. It is dangerous and doesn’t allow them to safely navigate without the proper width and the angle to be flat And proper dirt or small gravel or grass at a level surface with the proper Handicap appropriate legal width. Take a look at just a few of the embarrassing house paths ( many more !!)where disabled people would have a very problematic time navigating and dangerous time! I demand that the mayor And council people and anyone else in charge of this path reply. Take note of the photo of the one house that spends thousands of dollars on a pathway from their house to the dock and not a dime on the shore path , which is another jagged dangerous Flagstone path which is uneven and impossible for a walker or a wheelchair to go over! everyone in their lifetime will either be caretaken or be a caretaker so come on Lake Geneva let’s do something that is legally correct that all these houses have to change in the name of peoples legal rights!I demand change immediately

Favorite place to go year round for the beauty, history, lush grounds and not to forget healthy long walks! Fall colors are gorgeous!

Awesome trail, lots of nice paths, beautiful houses to look at

Amazing walking trail along the whole of Lake Geneva. If you start in the heart of Geneva and then go east/southeast along the shoreline, the paved part does not last for too long, but it moves into diverse path types running alongside some amazing lakefront homes. This caused some issues in a stroller, but we off roaded for awhile and it was worth it. If you are a runner or are able to walk on a variety of terrains, it would be worth exploring for miles!

You could call this walk around the lake an architecture tour. The houses surrounding the lake are huge with some interesting designs. So if you want to ogle some nice houses while being close to nature and stretching your legs this is a nice route to take

Drove up from Chicago for a little day trip in Lake Geneva. It is a cute seasonal town, but like most seasonal towns, doesn’t have a lot to do in off-season. We mainly came up to walk the lakeshore path. There are quite a few entry points, some with parking and some with parking about 1/2 mile away to access point.Trail is not accessible for all, it is narrow at most points with uneven ground mainly due to the type of stones or pathway the owners want. It varies from dirt, rocks, flag stone, cement, synthetic wood, etc.you do need to plan as you can’t simply exit wherever you want.One major negative to walking this in the off season is that almost all the owners have their docks and boat lifts scattered all along the path. It’s a major major eye sore. Very disappointing. We noticed the north side had them way closer to the trail and many more of them. South side has more space and most were somewhat out of eye sight and way.They really do interfere with you attempt at a pleasant walk. And during peak season I imagine the trial is packed and that would also make for an annoying walk.

Beautiful lake and walking path, great place to boating and kayak, and picnic. There’s plenty of parking on the street, $4/hr, remember to pay as many people got tickets.

This is a great path that circles all of Lake Geneva. There are lovely private homes to one side of the path and fabulous lake views on the other side. The trail is not completely flat but we did not encounter any steep inclines on the four miles we covered. However, we have been on this path in both Winter and Spring. We found Winter walking a bit rough. The ground cover changes as you go from grass, to gravel, to stones, to wood, etc... It is a narrow path in some places and it is necessary to step aside at times when people are going in the opposite direction. A local told us that the total path covers about 23 - 26 miles and takes about 8 - 9 hours for her family to cover in it's entirety. We're looking forward to trying it soon.

It’s not like a typical hiking trail. I mean I’m open to different types of hiking trails, but this one was something I was not expecting. If you like feeling like you’re trespassing in rich people’s yards, then this trail is for you. But if you’re like me, this is probably not it. The path can be confusing and unclear at times and you will be walking through private properties. Also there are no bathrooms.

Hiked the full 21/22 miles of shore path in one go on a beautiful day in May- so many amazing properties and gardens and mansions that were jaw-dropping. Honestly, something unique at every turn!Trails go through private properties and each portion of the trail is kept up by the owners- so even the trail itself is unique from section to section! Loved it.Total activity time (actual walking) was 8 hours 35 min, we took a break for lunch and a few hours later for coffee and stretched every hour. Started at 9:45 am and finished about 7:45 pm

I would recommend the west end of the trail for a comfortable walk. The east trail is more difficult and had some spots so overgrown that we were worried about what we were brushing up against. We turned back on the east trail. The west side is good for a casual walk. The east side is better suited for hikers.

We love walking down the shore on the path in Lake Geneva. They have an area that is reserved for dogs only for them to enjoy the lake water. We enjoy watching the dogs swim and play fetch. Lots of things to do in Lake Geneva. Great town but it gets crowded on the weekends.

My husband and I walked the whole path on July 1st, weather was perfect, 71 degrees, it was a Monday, so not very busy. An online pamphlet says there is about 26 mile of trails, and 21 miles of shoreline. My Garmin calculated the shore path to be 23.6 miles total. Took us just under 6 hours to complete (5hrs 53min). Great trail, great variety of path, and lots of beautiful homes and flowers! ❤️

Nice idea to have a trail around the lake but poorly maintained by many property owners. As a public path, it should be maintained to accommodate walkers, wheelchairs, veterans, etc. Many property owners seem to have disdain to maintain a safe path way. Property owners spend thousands on their paths to docks, but leave the lake shore path fairly treacherous to anyone with slight mobility challenges. Shame.

I love looking at the lake, boats and other people just having a good time with their families & pets. I feel safe there and it's a wonderful place to relax, enjoy nature and good food. Parking can be somewhat difficult but you can park in a side street and walk to park area.

Enjoyable walking path!! Variety in scenery along the way. Each homeowner along the way is responsible for their section of path, so some path areas are much nicer than others. Be prepared to walk all types of terrain.

We did about 3 miles out and back from the library NW. loved the walk and the diversity of the houses, yards and paths. Crazy big money on this lake and so amazing we can enjoy the path. Nice fall day so not many out. But can only imagine what it is like in summer if they are out there trying to enjoy their backyard. Respect their yards while you appreciate the walk. We are going to do another stint today.

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The water is super warm, however you have to pay a beach entrance fee. Jet ski is about 140/hour and 6-seater boat is 350 for 2 hours

Great fishing. Beautiful lake. Fun town.

First time on this Lake. Very nice. Fishing was slow. Boat ramp was very nice.$12 to launch. Surprisingly busy for a Tuesday with kids still in school. We were there at 10 a.m. and only five about 30 stalls were still available.

Wonderful place to relax and visit with family. Beautiful views of the lake all around

This place, is Wonderful!Im definitely going back for another stay. God Bless the staff, they were Great. Shout out to the Housekeeping crew!! Blessing Karen,and Ryan.❤️🙏

The lake is HUGE!! There's a beach, boat & wave runner rentals & 'River Cruises'. It's absolutely beautiful!! My husband and I had a wonderful time!! We will most definitely return! You won't regret going there!!Have a wonderful time!! I'm sure you will

One of the most amazing lakes in the Midwest! Shore path goes around the entire lake. Enjoy the many beautiful homes, stop for a coffee, lunch or a refreshing cocktail.

An amazing place that requires you to take a tour by boat around the lake! So many estates over 8000sf and over $8MM. It began to get depressing actually there were so many amazing homes and no one was using any of them. Must see spot if in the area.

Beautiful spring-fed Lake. Excellent Shoreline with many beautiful large homes. Excellent fishing lake if you know what you're doing. I would recommend hiring a guide for your best fishing experience.

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Went here for my son's boy scout troop community service project & it was so dang cool. I had no idea it was over 400 acres so if you plan on visiting clear your schedule for the day & bring good shoes lol. Seriously tho it was pretty awesome to see all the old villages & farmhouses, definitely a must at least once in your lifetime.

I have been to this area several times over my 60 some years. I always enjoy the area. Now that I am older, I take the tram from area to area. You can get off the tram at any area to view the area and then hop on the next tram to another area. The area is in a range of Kettle Moraine.https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kettle_MoraineThe coolest thing I like isblacksmith building. Enjoy the blacksmith, actually heating and pounding out iron into items you can buy. This is a must place to visit.

I just love this place! Check out the historical society membership for $85 gives you a year of free entry with self and one guest plus day two passes. This will also give you free access to other historical sites and discounts on food, drinks and gifts. A day well spent!

Pleasant staff, reasonable prices lots of space to walk around and places to see, historically accurate recreations and rebuilt structures. Closest thing to "West World" that there is.

Visited their Halloween special, and wow, it was fantastic! Spent the full time 530-930 and didn't get to see everything (some lines were long, but come back after kids have left). Students from KMHS put on some great performances, park staff was also very enjoyable. Only negative was 1 food truck, and they were overwhelmed (most sold out before we could eat, plus 45 wait in line).

It is one of the best places to learn about living history. It has plenty to see and do. It's a large place. They do have free trams if walking long distance is not your cup of tea. If you do like walking, they also have hiking trails throughout the property.

Although the interiors of the exhibits were not as fully accessible yet, the docents had plenty of fun activities outside to participate in. Alot of animals to see and the garden areas just beautiful. Very excited to see the brewery building coming along.

My daughter took me there for Mother's day. I love history and this place is full of it. After checking my steps and converting them into miles we walked 6.5 miles and I would do it again. Doing something I love with one of my favorite people was an experience I will never forget. Thank you for providing a beautiful place to make a beautiful memory.

We went on July 3rd as a family and had a blast. Such a cool place to slow down, experience our past in a hands on way, and try your hand at living daily life as they did a century ago. Wonderful people. Great food and beer. We go 2-3x per summer.

We are season pass holders. We always enjoy it there. Educational and fun. I do however wish they had more bathrooms and food options. Plus the food they do have is over priced. 9 bucks for a small cup of kraft mac n cheese is steep.

This is a wonderful piece of Living History that everyone should experience. On a huge acreage of land, there are many different ethnic Settlements that describe, by the Docents, what life was like on a farm at the turn of the 20th Century in Wisconsin. This is so important to learn and see and understand, especially now in our automated-run world. Learning the basics of homesteading is always beneficial. There are trams run by volunteer workers to give a guided tours or if you want to walk and take a self guided tour.. you may do that as well. Also, the gift shop has many interesting items for purchase.

One of my favorite places to visit ever since a young age. Attended the Halloween/folklore event, and it was so fun per usual!

An awesome place to check out. We got there right at 10 AM when it opened and left at 2 PM and we didn't check every single place out. Great people working there showing off their skills of the old way. Trams that will stop at the shuttle stops about every 10-15 minutes. It is a great place to check put, I would highly recommend it.

Always a great visit. $20 admission helps keep these beautiful old buildings open to the public. Highly recommend!

Great place to let the kids get their energy out and learn at the same time. The trams make it easy and fun to transport to each ethnic area. The grandkids were in awe of what people didn't have back then. Interactive items like the tricycles make it interesting for young and old!! This Grammy had a beautiful sunny mother's day there. Thanks for the free pass!

Wonderful family experience on homeschool field trip day to learn how early European settlers lived every day life in the 1800s: homesteading, the buildings, farming crops, raising animals, one room school house, making your own shoes from leather, childhood old fashioned games, ride a giant cycle bike, and more! What a fun day learning! The actors who portrayed the roles were very knowledgeable about their tasks and helpful in answering questions and explaining what they were doing and the history behind the buildings. We will definitely be back.

Close to nature, this living museum is a wonderful experience and a beautiful window to the past. It gives visitors an appreciation of how life is back in the day and an appreciation of some conveniences of life that we have now.

Fantastic outing with 3 grandchildren ages 5,8,10. It was free admission for children and as seniors we had a discount. We arrived exactly at 10:00 am opening and the kids wouldn’t leave until closing!! This was the first time they didn’t get “tired” or “bored”. A highlight was sitting in the back row of the tram going up and down hills and around corners!! It was better than a carnival ride and they were laughing and begging for more tram rides!😂 The demonstrations were riveting. Blacksmith making a long handled hook gave great info. They got to work with the wool before it was spun. Watched cabbage shredding got sauerkraut making and had a sip of homemade beer. They pet historic breed lambs, saw free range chickens, cows,oxen, horses and a VERY large black pig taking a mud bath. The demo of wheat had them fascinated and ready to grow wheat! We picnicked in the covered area near the store at the entrance and enjoyed ice cream at the creamery. They walked paths through the woods in the morning and rode the bicycles before leaving. SO. MUCH. FUN! And education!! ❤️

Super cool place where you can visit and talk with the staff. Be ready to walk, the tram is sometimes full. Learn something and have fun. Really liked the manual water pump and the bike exhibit. Will definitely go back.

This was very cool! Went with my kiddo on a field trip. They thought it was really fun and we learned a lot too!

It was nice, not as many volunteers in the building as I remember. Would have liked to hear more about the history part of the house and have the kids know about the day in the life of the people that lived there.The young man driving the tram gave us the most information.

Always love visiting old world Wisconsin. The staff are all kind and informative, and there is so much to see! Highly recommend visiting if you ever have the chance.

It's fun to see history. The shuttle is often full, and you have to wait long periods to get a ride. You can walk, but there is half to a full hour walk between villages. It's a good idea to have a sun umbrella since there is a lot of open space when you are walking between exhibits. There are a couple of limited offering concessions, but they are located in one area, so plan your timing ahead.

Great place. Fascinating to see how people lived. Very informative. Staff was incredible

Fantastic! Everything is spread apart so it never feels crowded and there’s tons of walking—or tram stops if you prefer. So much history, nature, and beauty! Can’t wait to go back!!! $15 per person-excellent gift shop, friendly staff, spectacular interpretation; perfect place to let the kids “run around” The other guests were polite and minded their manners too, which is always a plus! Respect for each other, nature, and history was present everywhere!The only problem we had was the map distances weren’t to scale. The 0.3 mile trail was five times longer on the map than the 0.6mile trail.

What a wonderful experience for the entire family. My kids found lots of fun experiences (and really enjoyed washing clothes). Using the trams to get to each area worked well and gave us a little break from walking. All the staff were very knowledgeable and really did a great job of explaining things to the kids, while also being informative to me (as a history teacher). We are already planning on returning later in the year to see what changes with the seasons.

The presenters at the buildings/exhibits were all very knowledgeable and friendly. The Pomeranian farmer did a great and involved presentation on flax and making a linen shirt.

Got there at 130 and regret not going earlier. So much to see. Love the trams to get to each place quickly. Very convenient. Also very clean and the gardens are beautiful and native to the grounds as they were back in the day according to the workers there. Love the time each team puts into the place. Definitely shows and I highly recommend. Will be going again very soon

My happy place!! I absolutely love stepping back in time at Old World! The staff is so kind and there are always fun events to attend. No matter if you are going with kids or other adults there is so much to see and do.The addition of the Brewhouse is so fun. There is beer for sale in addition to samples of beers brewed in historic ways! I can’t wait to see what they do with the new tavern!

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Employees nice. Wine good. Left with a bottle. Did the ultimate wine tasting. Was fun. Had charcuterie. ... Very generous. Wines very good. Nice atmosphere Gluten free options..

Farm feel, small quaint, friendly, warm,personable....need I say more.Ice wine amazing! Lady in red excellent and I know little about wine.Always worth stopping. Feels like real wisconsin with all the barns. Beautiful property and excellent views.

Have been here twice with friends for wine tasting. Have tried their WI Old Fadhioned too, which is really good. Beautiful grounds where you can sit outside or there's also a large indoor seated area with lots of windows. Friendly employees.I tried the chocolate pairing with the wines this last time I was there and wasn't a fan. They're not quality. The truffles are made with artificial flavors, soy lecithin, and other cheap fillers. May as well be eating crappy Hersheys. Would be nice if this winery could step up their game on these truffles and have quality ones shipped in.It would also be nice if they had little munchies to buy to go along with the drinks. All they offer as far as food is cheese plates, a big pretzel with dipping sauces, and a charcuterie type board. We weren't hungry but could've gone for some pretzels or crackers with our drinks.

Excellent setting for tasting excellent wine and cheese, with friendly, yet efficient, service. If its your first visit do the Ultimate Flight. It is well worth it!I can't wait to bring my friends here in August!!!

Nice farm setting with some great wines! Well worth the drive into farmland!

Beautiful Winery a short distance from I-43 in southern (Richmond) Wisconsin. Nicely laid out, plenty of room inside and out. Greeted as soon as we walked in. Large selection of wines. Tasting is reasonable. The ($20) meat and cheese tray was incredible. We bought for ourselves and others. Will definitely return. Worth the stop / your time. Enjoy!

On our last day at Lake Geneva, we decided to book a tour and tasting at Staller Estate on a whim and it was a fantastic wrap to a weekend away. Wendy was very personable and extremely knowledgeable, someone who you can clearly tell is passionate about winemaking. The samples throughout the tour were exceptionally good. We ordered a tasting and cheeseboard after the tour and every single wine was delicious, even the wines I typically would not order had me impressed. The estate was spacious, plenty of room indoors or outdoors in the vineyard to enjoy the wine and views. The wines themselves were very affordable for the quality. I would definitely recommend Staller Estate to anyone seeking a casual but very informative tour and tasting. I was glad to support this family business and wish them nothing but success in their future endeavors.

If you're looking for a fun and flavorful dive into Wisconsin's cocktail culture, look no further than an Old Fashioned class! We attended one and had an absolute blast learning the art of crafting this iconic drink.From the moment we stepped into the class, the atmosphere was warm and inviting. The instructor was clearly passionate about the Old Fashioned and eager to share their knowledge. We started with a brief history of the cocktail, which was fascinating and gave us a newfound appreciation for its Wisconsin roots.Then, it was time to get hands-on! The instructor guided us through each step of the process.The best part? We got to taste our creations along the way! It was incredibly satisfying to sip on an Old Fashioned that we had made ourselves. The class also provided delicious finger foods, which paired perfectly with the cocktails and added to the convivial atmosphere.Throughout the experience, the instructor encouraged us to experiment and find our own personal Old Fashioned preferences. They were happy to answer any questions and shared plenty of tips and tricks to ensure our cocktails were top-notch.By the end of the class, we not only had a newfound appreciation for the Old Fashioned but also the confidence to recreate it at home. It was a truly enjoyable experience that I would recommend to anyone looking for a fun and educational outing in Wisconsin.Whether you're a seasoned cocktail enthusiast or simply curious about this beloved Wisconsin tradition, an Old Fashioned class is the perfect way to learn, laugh, and raise a glass to good times. Cheers!

This is a 3.8 star review. You are not in Napa or Sonoma, but this is a delightful little surprise, charming stop over, romantic date idea, or you name it! We happened to find it driving by and enjoyed a quick bottle while sitting by the wine yard. There were other people doing the same and enjoying some snacks and charcuterie boards. A groomed vineyard is such a beautiful view and relaxing. I can imagine what this place would look like in fall and we will be back to find out. Wines are nice, priced very reasonably. They have a big shop/bar area with all kinds of merchandise and wines. They also make cocktails. Parking is free. There are indoor tables as well as outdoors. Get a bottle and pick your seat!

Stellar Estate Winery offers an enchanting escape into the world of fine wines and exquisite flavors. Nestled amidst picturesque vineyards, the winery provides a serene setting that invites guests to unwind and indulge in sensory delights.The wine tasting flight is amazing, featuring a selection of meticulously crafted wines that showcase the unique characteristics of each varietal. From crisp whites to robust reds, every pour is a revelation, expertly crafted to captivate the palate and ignite the senses.But the experience doesn't stop there. The lavender cocktail, a signature creation of the winery, is a harmonious blend of sophistication and whimsy. The delicate floral notes of the lavender infuse the cocktail with a subtle elegance, while hints of citrus and herbs add depth and complexity, resulting in a drink that is as refreshing as it is memorable.What sets Stellar Estate Winery apart is their unwavering commitment to quality and innovation. Each wine and cocktail is a testament to their passion for the craft, showcasing the best that the region has to offer.Whether you're a seasoned oenophile or simply looking for a delightful afternoon getaway, Stellar Estate Winery promises an unforgettable experience that celebrates the artistry of winemaking and the beauty of the surrounding landscape.

So my wife and I were in Delavan Wisconsin in August this year for our 4-year wedding anniversary and decided to check out the Staller Estate Winery.Some of our neighborhood friends back home had mentioned it to us and we were very interested so we stopped in to check it out.It was a beautiful day. Sunny and 80°We loved it. They gave us a little tour of the grounds. They've got a beautiful store inside the winery to purchase wines that you taste if you do choose.They have all different types of wines to choose from. White red blush just to name a few. They also have wine flights, wine and chocolate flights, and dessert wine flights.My wife and I both tried some wine flightsAnd also ordered a bread,meat, and cheese platter that was out of this world!Very comfortable and cozy intimate setting.I highly recommend it to couples! Check this place out! It's a fun little thing to do in the afternoon and reasonably priced as well. Definitely will be hitting the Staller Estate Winery back again next year.Thank you to the staff. It was incredible!

Love their tasting food plate and wine options. Worth the price. Large amount of cheese and bread. The fig jam was superb. Compared to other winery in Wisconsin which either don’t have a tasting menu or provide very little for their tasting menu, Staller is generous with its portions.The seats outside are limited but if you get one the atmosphere is great for enjoying the wines and food you ordered which they will bring out for you.

I really enjoyed this winery. It had great places to sit both inside and outside. They have a great selection of wines, cocktails, and food. The staff was very friendly, and we had an excellent time. Even the drive was pretty.

We had a great experience. The wine tasted good, the atmosphere was great, the little platter that we ordered. The only downside was the attitude of the lady at the counter, I guess one of the owners given that I was under the impression that it was run by a family. When I told her that they should consider installing a baby changing station in their restrooms, she just looked at me and said "I know" with a tone, completely dismissing what I said or what I had experienced minutes ago trying to change a baby diaper in my car. She could have said, "You're so right, we're so sorry about that, I promise we're working on it," and that statement alone would have made me feel better. Instead, her response made me regret tipping them 15% on what I had ordered, plus the wine that I purchased and got home with me. Lady, a baby changing station in today's world, is a necessity, is not a luxury. Please, do better.

Let me preface this as saying I truly believe this place deserves 4 stars, but due to reasons soon to be stated, and the vast number of 5 star reviews I only want this to be seen by the owners so as to improve their business.I went here with my girlfriend and upon entering, the interior felt half finished and the dining room had a middle school lunchroom vibe.We were immediately greeted by who I believe was the owner. He was kind and eager to help which was nice. We proceeded to the bar which was definitely busier than they anticipated as service was a bit slow and the confusing ordering/tasting process didn't help. I felt as though the staff were friends and close family of the owner who didn't necessarily want to work as they seemed not too experienced but they did the best they could.We started off by tasting our first 4 comped tastings by working our way down the menu. We decided to then choose our favorite 4 and order a picnic platter. We quickly realized these wines were very different then what we were used to tasting. It tasted as though the wines were immature and needing refining. The Estate Reserve and the Maiden Blush were pretty great actually, but others like the Rock Valley White had too many harsh competing flavors that inhibited the palate from tasting the whole wine. There were strong grape flavors beyond what a typical wine would have across the board.That being said we chose our top 4 and ordered a picnic platter with Prosciutto and Gouda. You get a small wheel of cheese, a generous portion of meat, some nuts, olives, and a baguette. The baguette was easily the best thing we tried here our entire visit. It was fresh, warm, and all around fantastic. The prosciutto however tasted more like salami and less of Prosciutto. I feel as though it should have been aged a bit longer, but the cheese... The Gouda we ordered was absolutely great. Wisconsin really knows their cheeses.Overall Staller was an okay experience that I believe will only (like wine) better with age.

We did a bachelorette wine tasting here. The whole group loved it! We loved the meat and cheese as well that came with our package. I have a peanut allergy and they were accommodating as well. Was a fun bachelorette stop!

Nestled amidst the picturesque countryside of Wisconsin, Staller Estate Winery is a hidden gem that embodies the essence of family tradition and exceptional winemaking. This charming, family-owned establishment offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it the perfect destination for wine enthusiasts and families alike. From the moment you step foot into Staller Estate Winery, you are greeted with genuine hospitality and a passion for their craft that is palpable.The wines at Staller Estate Winery are a true reflection of their dedication to quality and innovation. Their extensive selection features a delightful range of varietals, from crisp whites to robust reds, each crafted with utmost care and attention to detail. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or just starting your wine journey, the knowledgeable staff at Staller Estate Winery will guide you through a memorable tasting experience, sharing fascinating anecdotes and stories about the winemaking process. Don't miss the opportunity to indulge in their delectable food pairings, meticulously designed to enhance the flavors of their exceptional wines. Staller Estate Winery is an enchanting haven where family heritage, superb wines, and genuine hospitality converge, leaving visitors with a lasting impression and a desire to return time and time again.

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I absolutely love camping here! Very scenic and peaceful! They have a small camp store and a big concessions stand if you need anything. Staff are very friendly and nice! However, the shower building Is NOT well kept! Found bugs all over the shower while I was in there, there's weird substances on the shower walls, there's spider webs EVERYWHERE, and the shower curtains are so old that the medal rings holding them up are rusting! Also the water smells like rotten fish! I love staying here but would maybe find a different place to shower.

I would love to camp here sometime, has well maintained trails. Lots of birds on the water, it's beautiful no matter which side of the park you're on. All pets must be leashed and the park closes at 10pm if you don't want to be locked in.

Enjoyed our day trip. Spend most of the time kayaking on Pierce Lake, Olson Lake was closed at the time. Park offers many outdoor activities: biking, horse riding( there is a separate equestrian area on the west side of the park), kayaking, boat riding, fishing and many others. We brought our own kayaks, and there is no charge to launch it. There is rental facility as well, where you can rent canoe/kayak. Enjoy watching wildlife, you have come to the right place. Come, relax and admire the beaty of nature at the state park of Northern Illinois, you will not regret it!

One of my favorite state parks in the chicago area, this is located right in Rockford but is one of the largest state parks in Illinois. A huge campground with five different areas, lots of well maintained trails, boat rentals available, tons of fishing opportunities, two stores a camp store and a bait/fish store, beautiful forests and prairie areas, and a small cafe serving up breakfast lunch and ice cream. An amazing way to get away close to home, I highly recommend this state park!

This is a nice park for light hiking and picnicking. The weedy lake was not very enticing to swim in the roped of area. Forget about distance swimming. Not allowed. Lake is good for learning how to kayak and canoe. The hiking trails wind around in a given area. Impossible to get lost. We did come across what appeared to be a fresh water stream. There is a bike lane going along the main road through the park. The water fountain by the main boat dock was not working. The interstate cuts through the park. There are nicer and more secluded parks in northern Illinois.

Love this State park! Our parks in Wisconsin are not free like they are in Illinois, you must have a park sticker. Tons of walking trails, fishing, camping and of course the wildlife! Take your camera with you if you go out and enjoy nature!

The Eagle cabin is great and private. It has two rooms that have overhead lights, ceiling fans, outlets, and heaters for cooler nights. The rear bedroom has two bunk beds and the front room has a double bed with a 4 person table and six stacking chairs. Water and pit toilets are a short walk away. You'll enjoy amazing panoramic views of the lake and woods. If you're lucky the rafter of turkeys will stop by and graze on the hillside adjacent to the cabin. If you get a chance to stay here, you won't be disappointed.

Had to take advantage of the amazing weather to check this place out. Parked in the parking lot by the lake and explored around the area. I didn't realize it at the time but the area I was in was a dog training area, which is adorable. Doggos welcome there! I enjoyed how wide the trails were and how secluded it could feel at times. I saw a lot of beautiful wildflowers and there were plenty of opportunities for birding. Plenty of parking, rest benches, and picnic tables.

I've been going to rock cut since I was a kid. Camping, hiking, boating, fishing, it has it all. I personally do mostly fishing and kayaking (calm waters and decent size fish). If you like a more laid back experience, I recommend hiking. They also have quite the variety of wild fruits and herbs, don't forget about the morals mushrooms (I think I spelled that right). All around great spot to get some nature in one's life!

This is a very large, beautiful state park. We visited on a Friday when the weather was cool and overcast. The lake is much bigger than what I remember as a young Boy Scout when we camped out here in the park. I recommend visiting this park if you are in the Rockford/Loves Park area.

Been hiking here over 20 years. It can definitely get busy on weekends, holidays or if they are doing a running event. Mosquitos and ticks are horrible! If you have dogs be sure to check them before getting in your car. I do recommend some kind of bug repellant when hiking in the later spring and summer. Trails can be messy especially after rain or in the winter and bikes are ripping up the trails. Be very aware if you are hiking with kids or dogs because some of the bikers come flying down hills or around corners and I have had to push my kids off trail or dive off trail myself more times than I care to count. Most of the bikers are know these trails are shared with others but some must not realize it.As you do walk around be on the lookout for painted rocks. We have enjoyed finding and moving around and even painted some of our own and placed out for others to find and enjoy :)Toilets are horrible. Always. Disgusting after any event and usually not even usable.

Beautiful camping park. Wide open. A big lake. Hiking trails. I just wish the tent spots only would have more trees making it more private. I recommend staying 2 to 3 nights to soak it in

Great small lake for a scenic Kayak, rentals available! Lots of wildlife, but beware of the Dam under the concrete bridge- dangerous and not marked!

Great place to take in nature, have a picnic with your family, and enjoy the lake. I highly recommend the paddle boats.

Rock Cut State Park has a wealth of natural beauty. Situated close to a picturesque lake and nestled between forests and prairies, nature lovers will have a lot to appreciate here. The trails were well kept for how long some of them stretch, and a wealth of birds filled the air with constant song. This is a near perfect campground to spend a handful of nights or visit for the day. My only negatives are as follows, with the note that we stayed early in the season. Some of the sites are small, uneven and even partially overgrown in spots. Do a drive through or research before blindly picking a spot. The bathrooms also weren't great. They were not particularly dirty or anything, just very old and fairly distant from some camping loops. With all that said, we will most certainly be back for another visit.

Wonderful place to go hiking with your family. Great natural trails if you want a fun outing any time of year this is the place to go very expensive family fun.

We camp at Rock cut every year for mother's day...this year we also kayaked lake Olsen...a first for us...so lovely 😍🌹

This park is so big and has so many beautiful trails. I spent 3 days exploring and cooking with a different view of the lake every meal. Absolutely love this park.

The park itself is very clean and organized. There's an abundance of toilet facilities to use and some with showers. We had a fantastic time on the kayaks on the water! Hiking trails available are pretty sweet.HOWEVER, be sure to reserve your spot ahead of time, we almost didn't get a spot when we got there 😰. Overall we had a great time and will totally be back! The wildlife we saw was amazing as well!

Great park , it's got everything including camping , and its close so you have no excuse to not go and enjoy nature...lol

i rode my bike here it’s a very large park and great for fishing and other recreational Stuff it also includes a small lake

This is a very huge state park. There’s a lot of different things to do. There’s many different nature trails that lead to many different areas of this park. There is a lot of picnic areas and yes, there is a designated picnic area but there’s also picnic areas picnic tables that are on different trails and pass and some of them are designated right off of the water. They have a concession area and a café Has not been opened yet as far as I’ve been there, but once it is open, I will comment and leave a review on the café concession part. They have rentals for canoeing, but the couple times that I’ve been there they were not letting people rent because of the wins and the temperature outside in the water, which tells me that they are concerned for the customer safety, and the safety comes first before their pockets, which I admire, and I respect Safety first right for the public. They have a playground and I always see Minnie dogs being walked with their owners. It’s a very friendly family orientated place. I’ve never seen anybody have any altercations or any type of negativity at all. I would highly recommend this place to individuals and families, but I do see many signs that say do not get locked in. They have different closing times I would just keep an eye on that. Make sure that you don’t get locked into the park after hours.

We recently camped at Rock Cut State Park and had a great experience!The park is about a 2-hour drive from downtown Chicago, which makes it a convenient getaway. We arrived late at 9 PM and had some trouble finding the office in the dark, but the staff was incredibly helpful and guided us over the phone. The check-in process was quick and easy, and we paid only $12 per night for a campground spot.Our campsite was clean and in a beautiful location near the lake, with a fire station nearby. The park also has a store where you can buy firewood (just make sure to check the times). We rented a kayak for $20 an hour and had a blast out on the water. There are plenty of fishing spots available too, making it a great place for outdoor enthusiasts.The only minor downside was the noise from the nearby highway at night, but overall we were very happy with our stay. I highly recommend Rock Cut State Park for anyone looking for a peaceful and affordable camping experience close to the city!

Good park. Easy hiking around the entire lake with a 5 year old in 1.5 hours. Not too busy, well maintained, and good food at the lone rock cafe!Update 24/12/2023: the park now has new roads and parking lots, and a new asphalt trail around several sections of the lake. The kids pond has also been rejuvenated with a parking lot and concrete fishing pads around a pond that has been cleared of overgrowth. Very nice upgrades in progress.

There are a lot of trails to explore should you choose. There are also paddle boats, kayaks, canoes, and row boats that you can rent. Near the boat launch there is a concession stand that has a nice menu for mid hike snacks or lunch.Before starting a trail be sure to check the signage. There are a ton of trails, so before you start make sure to plan a route and stick to it. If you do get lost, most trails intersect roads where you can better orient yourself.A nice place to spend the day in the stateline.

A must place to visit as you are exploring Rockford. The lake view is superb on a sunny afternoon. Lots of trails and are there. It also offers campground and pier for fishing. A drive through the park is worth it too.

So many ticks, so be careful when bringing your pups & make sure you check them after or atleast have the flea/tick prevention on them. Great trails & views! So many paths to choose from & they have a few different fishing ponds, including one for the kiddos.

Beautiful park! You would never know you are 5 minutes from anything you could need. Beautiful lake too!

Well kept park. Really enjoy cabin at this lake.

A very nice big place for fishing, camping, walking, horseback riding and many other activities.

We spent two nights here in the lower 300 section. We chose near the shower and restroom building in walking distance. The day that we had to see the area was spent east of here about an hour away. Because of the heat of 90 degree weather, we did very little in the park. I would have loved to walk the trails, but it's too muggy and buggy. it was a quiet area here and the neighbor campers respected quiet time. Our site is electric only. They have water along the roads and an easy to get into dump station. Showers were clean. I do prefer my toilet to have a seat on it. It's weird sitting on the bowl. Glad we have one in our camper. It was a pleasant stay.

Free!HUGE state park. Tons of fishing. Decent amount of trails. Lots of the park looks newer. Especially some of the roads. We passed two campgrounds but didn’t check them out. Lovely spring day.

Yay! We were hoping to find cicadas here and we were not disappointed! Appreciated that there's was no fee to get in. Lots and lots of people enjoying the park. We encountered people hiking, biking, horseback riding, kayaking, and lots of picnicking. Would have liked signage close to entrance to show trail systems and park details. The pit toilet bathrooms were clean, though rusty doors. Please put down lids people!

Very nice... picnic areas are really good. Lots of places to walk. Nice small restaurant. Pierce Lake is beautiful. Never knew such a beautiful place existed so nearby.

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Very cool collections. Very clean and well curated. Move through the collections at your own pace & there's pretty much something for everyone to enjoy and be surprised by. Spacious and plenty of room to go through with strollers or wheelchairs. Handicap parking and restrooms available too. I think I saw 3 sets of restrooms on the tour alone and plenty of benches along the way to rest or reflect. It was a little on the pricey side I thought at first but after taking the tour I felt it was priced right to keep the place so clean, temperature controlled and to keep acquiring more collections. They just recently doubled in size. Very cool visit tucked away in a business park/warehouse area in small town Roscoe, Illinois. The only thing that I thought could be improved was there were a few places on the signage for the collections that have misspellings. Not a big deal, but just a surprising little mistake here & there for such well put together displays. I think I will come back through sometime soon and bring some family and friends with me.

Awesome museum not just for cars but of amazing memorabilia from so many National events from time. Museum is very well laid out with clear paths to each exhibit. Presidential cars are very well preserved and untouched. Tony the museum historian is very knowledgeable and willing to do anything possible to make your experience more enjoyable. Recommend this museum to anyone interested in history of not only our country but much more.

We had a great time here. Thought it was just going to be an afternoon of looking at cars, but it was much more. It was very educational. They had some displays of the old west, displays of the presidents and their limousines, displays of the old mob era like Capone and Bonnie and Clyde with lots of informative panels to read. In the displays of the presidents, there were several videos running that you could watch. Although you can go through at your own pace, it took us about 2.5 hours to go through.

This place is so cool! It's much more than a bunch of old cars. There is so much history here. They have movie props, clothing of historical figures, furniture from the White House, and historical artifacts. You can even get a free tour along with you entrance fee.These are just a sample of the photos I took.

This is a great hidden gem. It sits in a nondescript building. Inside is fantastic though! First, we met Tony. He is a volunteer that also offers tours. He is unbelievably knowledgeable. He shared some amazing stories about the western artifacts this museum has collected.It took us about 2.5 hours to walk through and see everything although you can spend much more as there were A LOT things to see.The collection is laid out really well. All different things to see. Not just cars. I really enjoyed all of the presidential history they have been able to collect.Spend a few hours here and really enjoy your. Ask for Tony!

This was an amazing place and experience. Because of the babe I just expected to see cars, but immediately upon walking in there's an old west exhibit with props and memorabilia from old shows and cowboys - immediately got my attention!There is a section for just about every historical event with a strong emphasis on U.S. history. There's an Egypt exhibit, a religious exhibit, a space exploration area, a moving 9/11 area and so many others. We were so pleasantly surprised with how diverse everything was.This would be a perfect place for school tours or homeschool trips! It took us about 2 hours to go through it but we could have easily spent another 1-2 hours there reading and looking over everything there. Highly, HIGHLY recommend this place!

Historic Auto Attractions is a hidden gem! Full of history of our Nation and some fun facts! The John F. Kennedy exhibit was done with respect and full attention to detail. My husband and I spent the afternoon just wandering around and listening to our tour guide,Tony. He was so knowledgeable. Perfect for junior high and high school field trips.Ask for Tony when you visit!

This was my first time here. We had a great experience at this local gem, hiding in plain sight! We took a friend's dad and my older brother. There was so much to see! It is separated into different areas. Lots of presidential artifacts, old west, NASA, historical war uniforms & weapons, an entire collection of historical clocks that were more like works of art, a monster truck, & various racing vehicles for land and sea. Our favorite areas were probably gangster land and movie land.The place is much bigger than I expected. We spent just over 2 hours, but I could have easily spent an extra hour or 2. I am certain we will go back to see it all again.They do have a few scooters available for those who may have trouble walking the whole thing. There are benches to sit and take breaks throughout the museum. There is also a bathroom, some tables, and a couple of vending machines just past the halfway point if you need a break.They also have a decent size gift shop with t-shirts, many metal wall signs, various tv and movie license plates, and other kitschy stuff. I thought the prices were reasonable for a museum gift shop. I think the t-shirt was $25, and the 8x10 metal "hot rod garage" wall sign was $15.Support local! :)

Much more than just a automotive collection. So many unique one of a kind historical items to see. Tour guide Tony is amazing and has a wonderful knowledge of the artifacts and background history. Definitely worth a visit.

This museum has so much more than autos. There is a lot of history to learn. Beautiful clean displays. It will take you at least two to three hours to get through. They have a nice little shop to purchase a keepsake.When you get there ask if Tony can give you a guided tour(free)with your paid entry. He'll go more in depth with the history of items. Wonderful place!

WOW! I took my sons here over the weekend and I am upset I never made the time to come here before. If you are into history, this is definitely your place! Tony is an amazing guide and is full of really cool information about each piece in the museum. You definitely need to look him up where you are there. I thought admission was fairly priced. Parking was excellent, and I was glad to see so many restrooms and places for the kids to sit and rest for a bit before walking on. We were even able to meet Wayne Lensing, the owner, while were were there as well. I look forward to our next visit!

We were traveling looking for something to do. Heads up Historic Auto Attractions. Everyone was very pleasant going in. This is a massive display. I was shocked at the amount of really cool, interesting, and historical autos as well as a bunch of other historic stuff. Well worth the price of admission. Tom Farrell, the Museams Historian, has 23 years of knowledge to share on the exhibits. Stop here and spend some time.

We were in town for a car, show event and decided to make the stop before driving back to Indiana and boy, we were sure glad we did! As soon as I saw that they had stuff about Elvis, Bonnie and Clyde, military, and the family vacation roadster, we was in. Such a wide variety of artifacts and history covered at this museum. My husband and I were very pleased with our experience; we met with the gentleman Tony as he gave us some very interesting inside scoops about some of the pieces we seen displayed. Most definitely have to make another stop and request a tour with him! Plus they offer a military discount which we greatly appreciate

The museum was big and had a large variety of artifacts and history. This is a great place for families with children. We thoroughly enjoyed our day here. Tony, the museums historian, is very knowledgeable and is available to answer any questions you may have about the different displays

What a great experience! Was expecting a building of cars but found it’s so much more. We arrived as it opened and luckily Tony, the historian, was there and gave a brief overview on the historic importance of the first few exhibits… was blown away in the first few minutes with what we saw. My son said it best “it’s like being on an amazing field-trip.”

Can’t say enough about this place. I’m not even a “car guy” but don’t let the name fool you. This inconspicuous place holds much more than auto attractions. It is full of rich historical items that will take you on a 3-4 hour journey. One of the best museums I’ve ever been to. I would consider it a must stop

One of the best kept secrets of Roscoe-Rockford area!!! I highly recommend it to anyone. Be prepared for at least 1.5 hour self-tour. Or ask for Tony the chief historian to give you a tour( it will be much longer but he has amazing info on each artifact in the museum).Cool place, unique displays. Very clean and very well organized. They have a large gift shop. Very friendly and helpful staff. Large parking free of charge! Clean restrooms. Vending machines along the way. Really , it is a must place to visit!

We had such a great time here. Lots of different exhibits to look at. My kids 12 and 18 both had so much fun looking at everything. The cars, the American history artifacts and so much more. We were taking about much it was like going to the Volo car museum but alot closer. Staff was super friendly.

Had an amazing time at the Historic Auto Museum with my adult granddaughters. It’s so much more than an auto museum! Memorabilia galore from stagecoach days, gangsters, political figures, nazi era, movies , entertainment stars, etc etc…. Something for everyone. The staff is so welcoming and often the owner and creator of this magnificent collection is there to greet you. The historian Tony is a wealth of knowledge and will be thrilled to answer any questions about anything in the museum. Where it came from, how it got to the museum and an in-depth knowledge of the era. I highly recommend a visit plan on at least 3 hours to enjoy this hidden gem. Something for everyone.PS. My third visit in 2 years and I will go again.

Definitely one of the best museums I’ve been to hands down. This place is HUGE so definitely get there earlier. Tony is an amazing historian who was of much help especially when I had questions about certain exhibits. For 28 dollars per person I’d say it was well worth it! There’s items and cars in this museum that you won’t see elsewhere.

This museum is so much more than just cars, but the cars they do have are fascinating. You could spend over 4-5 hours in this place in awe. We went for a family gathering with a group of 15 and all of us had a blast and found something interesting. Tony the tour guide was great and full of knowledge! He even keeps in touch with JKFs secret service that is still alive!

What an amazing hidden gem of a museum! This place has a multitude of unique items of true historical importance (JFK's casket shroud flag, Stalin's limo, etc.). My skeptical wife who thought it was going to be a boring oddball museum even agreed it was totally a worthwhile stop. We didn't have too much time and only spent ~1.5 hours here, but you could easily spend 4+ hours here if you wanted a detailed look at everything. A must see on any roadtrip through the area!

This place is amazing! There is so much to see here! We wish we would of had more time to stay and hang around and learn more, but we did come a little bit late. You definitely need a good 3-4 hours here. Especially if u want to learn more. They have Tony who will help and guide u & go into depth about every historical event. Tony’s knowledge will leave u amazed. Tony mentioned there is so many hidden stories behind each artifact. We definitely need to come back and explore more, there was just so much here that everyone needs to come and see. Loved this place and the front clerk Melissa was so sweet and nice she made us feel welcomed. Highly recommend this place! My favorite was seeing the Bonnie & Clyde’s car along with their hats & revolver. Such a cool experience.

This museum has something for everyone. While the museum has “auto” in its name, it contains so much more. Ladies will enjoy all the fashions on display. Kids will enjoy the animal room. While cars are central to the museum, various rooms are dedicated to Lincoln, Kennedy’s assassination, gangs, World War II, 9-11, just to name a few. In some cases, like Bonnie and Clyde’s car, you do not see the actual car that saw the demise of Bonnie and Clyde. You see the bullet-ridden car from the movie. Yes, you will find a number of movie props and costumes. There are several areas where you can take a selfie in the exhibit (note which exhibits have this invitation).

I have always wanted to visit this museum. We made the 4 hour trip and it was worth it. If you are a fan of anything that has to do with history, you will want to visit this place. It was very accessible and a lot of historic items on display. There were plenty of accessible accommodations as well. You can find any occasion gift in the shop too. Definitely check it out. They have great prices for a family too.

This museum is awesome and it’s so much more than automobiles one can easily spend 3 to 4 hours in this place. If you get a chance to talk to Tony, the chief historian, he is a real treat to talk to. I cannot recommend this place enough I’ve been here four times, and I will go again, I absolutely love this museum

This place is awesome, so rich in history, and seeing up close some of the cars I remember as a kid. From president cars to a Western theme to cars of the future to cars of the past, the wax president's was cool. Racing cars was awesome. Highly recommended this Attraction.

There is a LOT to see here. I personally spent 3.5 hours. It's pricey, but they have some unique vehicles that belonged to presidents, celebrities and others. They also have other displays such as clocks and taxidermy. My favorite was the story of a brand new car that was buried in a time capsule and after 50 years was exhumed only to find it was severely damaged.If you have a large group, try to contact the curator, Tony Farrell, who may be able to make special arrangements.

This place is AMAZING! An incredible hidden gem just one minute from I90. Spent almost 3 hours there with family from 19 to 78 years old. Everyone was blown away by how many fantastic exhibits this place offers! The JFK exhibit was huge and educating. Elvis lovers will be thrilled. The Gangster Land, Egyptian Artifacts, and Lincoln Exhibit were favorites of mine. World leader vehicles and information is very interesting. Plenty of areas to sit and take a break/get a drink/use rest facilities. The Chief Historian, Tony, is very educated in everything under the roof! He gives tours and is passionate in his work. Nice gift shop with seating as well. Don't pass up this wonderful place. You can easily spend hours there!

Loved it! Took my two grandsons 14 & 12 they both loved it. I loved it too. Very interesting, love how it is laid out. The boys took many many pictures. Something for everyone!

This museum exceeded my expectations by far. We spent a few hours inside. We could have easily spent the whole day there.

When they say it's the "most unique" museum, they mean it. My first thought hearing the name was "Ugh, cars" because I am pretty dang far from a car enthusiast. But the more I looked into it, the more I realized that their collection encompassed a WIDE variety of historical and pop culture memorabilia. There's something for everyone of all ages. The 9/11 exhibit will move you emotionally, the serial killer artifacts will fascinate you, and the movie cars will give you a deep sense of nostalgia. My mom and I visited in the summer of 2023, and we are planning a second visit in a few days so my grandfather can experience it too!Update after second visit: Yeah, this is still one of the coolest museums I have ever been too. The woman working the desk both times was super kind. They make wheelchairs available for anyone with mobility issues. They also had a whole new area that looked like an old western town where we had a laugh. This place literally has something that will appeal to everyone. It's whimsical and historical and dramatic and awe-inspiring and nostalgic. The price is a great value for the amount of stuff they have. Just go. You won't regret it.

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4.5

(130)

13825 Metric Rd, Roscoe, IL 61073, USA

We love Rotary Garden! We love going there in warm weather but the best thing to see is the light display!! Every year they add more lights; they’re over one million lights! It can get really busy for the lights on weekends, especially when it gets closer to Christmas. We like to go early in December, right when they open at 4:30. We hang out near the entrance until it gets darker and then we enjoy the lights! They don’t allow anyone in the building right now because of covid, and there aren’t any tickets available for purchase on site. There are port-a-potties at the entrance and halfway through the route. There are limited concessions available for purchase on some nights. The route through the garden is one-way and directs you through all the decorated gardens and displays. There are several spots set up for family photos. It’s a fantastic spot to visit!

First time visiting the Janesville Rotary Gardens (7.21.2023). It was just beautiful. Everything is laid out nicely and plenty of benches to relax and take in the gardens at your leisure! Staff is very friendly and greet you with a smile. Happy to answer questions or share their knowledge of the gardens.The gift shop had so many unique items, couldn't walk out without buying something.We brought our own lunch to enjoy on the terrace overlooking a fountain and the children's garden. Nice morning spent, will definitely go back again.

Our family all came here to see the Christmas lights. All the lights were amazing and beautiful. We all enjoyed ourselves. Our grandson said he's never seen so many lights. This is a must see.

We visited in the middle of October just as the staff was expecting the first freeze that night. Everyone was very nice. We were the only tourists there most of the time. The Koi fish were huge and hungry for the fish food. Despite it being late fall, there were many colorful flowers still blooming. Usually, there are roses featured at a botanical garden, but this place features dahlia flower beds. The dahlias were huge and had a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. I was inspired to try some at home. This place would be a photographers paradise.

This place is absolutely magical! It is so astounding during the regular season to walk through, but Christmas time is magical. You might have to wait in line to get in and buy tickets ahead of time online, and may have to drive a little bit to get there. It is worth it, they do a fantastic job with the lights.

What a pleasant surprise. Visiting the gardens is worth the trip. I took tons of pictures as every view was stunning. I was needing to fill sometime while others I was vacationing with did a strenuous hike. I think I got the long end of the stick.... gift shop was basic but prices reasonable and I purchased 2 items.

Visitng this late in the season comes with its own challenges of things being in bloom or not. But these gardens were very relaxing to stroll through even when things weren't in bloom. Look out for the hidden gems and take a break from the hassle and bustle of everyday life. Bonus: Chicago Botanical Garden Holders can use their annual passes to gain free entry to the gardens, so make sure to check out the gift shop before you leave!

As part of The Come Back Chorus, we got to sing there at a Christmas Party! It was a very nice event with catered food from The Italian House.The Gardens are beautifully lit with colored lights.I've walked the gardens during the day and it's such a peaceful, meditative experience. Flowers, trees and plants. . .with many inspirational benches to rest on and ponder.

Absolutely gorgeous!This was our first stop on a trip to Indianapolis. It was raining the entire time, but the water droplets really added to the beauty of the flowers.We were the only ones here, except for a few employees. It looked like they were getting lights set up for an event.I think we spent about two hours here meandering around the grounds. All the children's owl artwork was a very nice addition.I highly recommend visiting, and if you have young children, be sure to visit the storybook section. They did a fantastic job recreating the scenes from the book!

We went for the light show! It was absolutely beautiful! So thankful we got to go back in December. I truly look forward to seeing the gardens this summer as well!

Beautiful place to take a stroll! Dahlias were in full bloom when we went. Awesome little gem in Janesville! If you go in to the visitor center, by the bathrooms, there's a really cool group of historical pictures showing the transformation of the site. I really think that this historical stuff should be less hidden. It truly shows you how much difference gardens can improve the ordinary.

Rotary Botanical Gardens is stunning.The staff last Saturday was friendly and helpful. They joyfully took the time to teach us about the flowers we had questions about. 🩷 There's lots of love in those gardens, and it feels amazing to slowly walk through and enjoy all of the sights and smells. May is a beautiful time of year to waltz through. 🩷

Hidden gem of Janesville! The grounds are immaculate and well-cared-for the staff is amazing the gift shop is unmatched! I can't say enough about How wonderful this place is! The children's garden chooses a children's book every year and tells the story in flowers and Dioramas! Mind-blowingly cool. Just lovely! Definitely headed back for their Christmas light show that starts in November

When I think of my favorite places to visit, this is one of them! Not a huge place, but every corner contains beauty of nature! Very quiet and peaceful setting with nice walking paths, many benches to sit and relax, photographer's dream! Made up of several themed areas into one large setting containing art of statues, ponds, flowers, trees and ferns, koi pond and lots of birds and small creatures. Easy parking, gift shop and fair admission prices. Great place for weddings and receptions. Highly recommend!

Very beautiful stroll with lots of lights. Company always makes it great! No pets allowed. Be sure to buy tickets online in advance! We went there the day after Thanksgiving and the opening weekend so line-waiting may vary.

First time visiting the Rotary Botanical Gardens. I was a little surprised by the fee since we are from Madison and you can walk the grounds for free. It was a beautiful day to enjoy the gardens. We may come back in the spring or fall to see a different season.

What a beautiful place to visit! Highly recommend. It's an amazing garden.

First time coming in here and was a bit frustrated and discouraged as they never listed the place as “ Pet Friendly “ or No Pooch or Service Dogs Allowed Here”. The organization or locals should really posted it so that visitors were allowed if they can bring their Fur Babies or can be left in a sweltering afternoon summer sun weather or chilly winter degrees ( that if they were open) . Plus, I thought the place was lined up with shady trees to park our car unfortunately, it took us hours to wait for someone to pull their car out from the Parking Shade. Unfortunately, we had No Luck so we ended up running the A/C car from the Sweltering heat for our Fur Babies.Before we get it in the Rotary Garden never realized there was a Door Charge, I did expect about it but what I didn’t expect was when we get in to see a variety of plants and flowers.Unfortunately. I wasn’t impressed at all, 😳☹️ The Rose Garden wasn’t well maintained and there were no Rose or Blooms at all☹️They were kinda all Withered ☹️

Beautiful Light Show ✨️ We go every Year so we can see something Light up. My Sister in law got engaged to her Girlfriend tonight at the Light's. Amen Yall

The grounds are beautiful. There are some areas still being planted and worked on but overall it's very enjoyable to walk through. One of my favorite features was the kaleidoscope planter. Very cool!

Beautiful evening for a stroll in the Rotary Botanical Gardens. Last night that it was open until next year. Great family time and great views!

I loved it! Very quiet, people didn't keep coming up and bothering me. It was very peaceful and relaxing.

Beautiful gardens. 40 years of hard work to trans form a mess into a community focal point. They should make the before pictures more prominent to inspire others to do similar. Nice gift shop with things made locally.

We traveled 3.5 hours to attend the light show this year, and it was amazing. Parking is nuts. We had quite a walk, and the line was long but definitely worth it. We will be going back next year.

I can't recommend this place enough, their holiday lights are absolutely beautiful. It's not too expensive, bring your family, go more than once. most beautiful place.

It nice cool day which makes my visit even better! I could sit around these garden for hours! I wish I would have brought my book with me!

Absolutely beautiful gardens and community treasure. Maintained by volunteers and offers an amazing venue for celebrations.

We were here a number of years ago for a wedding. Had the opportunity last night to visit again. We had such an awesome time. Hope I get the chance to visit again it the future

I like to go once a year to see the Christmas lights. I love the prices and the displays. The walk through is very nice.

This was our first year to look at the lights for the botanical garden light show. We enjoyed the different sections that were set up to take pictures. Small concession stands and a beautiful gazebo. As long as your children can stand the weather it is worth the walk. Some places did seem a little rushed just because the amount of people on certain trails. Almost turned into herding cattle. The parking lot was unbelievably full and parking was not well lit and we ended up parking on a busy road with little children. I really want to go back in the summer to see all of the beautiful landscaping and foliage.

Highly recommend this place to spend a wonderful afternoon. I was introduced to this place and had a great time exploring these serene gardens.

*Beautiful flower gardens*Unique gift shop*Newer bathrooms across the pond and main building

Such a pretty garden. It has a very calming and peaceful environment. Would love to visit again!

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(1900)

5.0

(292)

1455 Palmer Dr, Janesville, WI 53545, USA

Free (donation suggested - helps animals and park) I've had a handful of visits and the park has appeared well maintained and all animals in good health and happy. Perfect for younger kids

The setting is nice and the walk ways are easy to navigate.Everyone that visits should want to donate at least a few dollars, for it was well kept grounds. Altho not many animals to view it takes donations to house more animals and to care for the ones they do have.

Really nice zoo! Especially that it’s a free (donation) one. We loved the story of the rescue of the Kodiak bears and they were so playful and happy! The foxes were a close second favorite, so cute and playing with each other. Definitely worth a stop if you’re in the area!

We enjoyed the not-so-planned stop! Animals were still attended too though its late in the Winter season. My kids got a good look at actual wildlife and of course, my toddler said Hiii! to the bears, and my 5 year old had a conversation with the nearby geese. It was a fantastic and well spent time walking through with our little crew.

I love this park! So much life. But why are there so many dead fish laying around by the pond? 😩

We were visiting from our of town. My 8 year olds enjoyed the playground. The staff inside the sanctuary were so nice to talk to. The grounds were beautiful and well kept, along with the animal enclosures. Clean bathrooms. We loved seeing the bears and the eagles were very vocal which was fun to hear! Didn't take the drive through to see the bison because we ran out of time. Definitely worth a stroll through and don't forget to make a donation to keep this sanctuary going!

Very cool zoo, love coming here when ever im passing through marshfield

Area to walk around enclosures, and drive through part to see large animal enclosures. Clean bathrooms, well maintained park, nice hiking trails, nice areas with picnic tables and grills to hang out at. Good place to visit with family!

One of the coolest places for a family to spend a few minutes or a few hours. We loved all of the animals and while their enclosures seem small, all of the animals seemed well tended and cared for, happy and healthy. My spouse and I and our 8 and 10 year old daughters couldn’t get enough of the white fox and the pair of kodiak bears. Be sure to explore this gem at the first chance you get and I’m sure it will swiftly become a staple to your adventures.

A lovely small zoo. Free to enter bit donations welcome. A great place to walk around and small enough so you see everything they have to offer. A drive through part is also available. Surrounded by a lovely park with a few small lakes.

This was a great experience, considering this zoo is absolutely free. They don't have a lot of animals, but the ones they do have had wonderful habitats set up for them. The foliage was stunning as well.

Very small zoo, but a must seeFor the Kodiak Bear exhibit alone. The bears have an amazing enclosure which includes a bridge so they can access another section.Bring your fishing pole, as the pond by the entrance is loaded with fish. My son caught several in the hour we were there.

Small zoo but great, easy to see exhibits.

It’s a pretty small zoo but there are some awesome animals! Usually the bears and cougars are our highlights, but the wolves and foxes were fun too. The fact that it is free is awesome and there’s a nice litter indoor area with some water play as well. Visiting for the lights during the holidays is awesome as well. Navigation here can be a bit confusing but we usually prefer to park at the lot closer to the playground and the bears so we can pair playing on the playground with the zoo visit since it’s a smaller zoo.

My sister and I stopped on a Thursday morning in late September. It was very quiet and some of the cages were empty. I'd like to come back when it's warmer outside. Admission is free, but please donate if you're able. In addition to the walk ways, there is a nice loop you can take in your car to see buffalo, wolves, mountain goats, and an elk with the biggest rack I've every seen. The highlight were the kodiak bear siblings. There are only three kodiak bears in captivity and two of them are at Wildwood. They were fun to watch, playing with and eating pumpkins. I think I've found my spirit animal.

Great little free zoo for all ages to walk through

I went there for the Christmas lights they have there this year and it did not disappoint! Tons of light and cool scenery!! The zoo is also a good one during the warm parts of the year

A great time to spend an afternoon with the family! The best part is it's free! They ask for a donation upon entry, but it's completely optional. You can drive or walk the zoo area to see the bigger animals and walk for the smaller ones like birds and foxes. They provide hiking trails and have 3 different entry points. The north side of the zoo/park has a children playplace. Overall would go again.

Wildwood zoo is a small zoo but it has a nice collection of animals. On my most recent visit I saw many animals that I hadn't seen on previous visits. They were all out enjoying a beautiful spring day. We saw the bobcat, bald eagles, several owl species, a timber wolf, and the star of the zoo the kodiak bears. On this day they were taking advantage of the sunshine and mild temperatures to take a nap.

We went to the festival of lights. The displays were very nicely set up. We stopped at the owl exhibit just in time to hear them hoot. Then the eagles started singing giving us a wonderful experience. Job well done!

Really nice zoo!I’m always extremely leery of zoos, especially small ones..there are few things I hate more than seeing animals in tiny enclosures and on concrete instead of grass, etc.The enclosures here are very large and well maintained. The grounds are beautifully landscaped and really well kept. I stayed there for hours :) Nice bonuses of a lovely walk or drive around the herd enclosures and a great picnic area.

One of the best small zoo I have been too, and the highlight by far is the Kodiak Bears! We could watch them for hours and they are the best! They also have a nice collection of animals throughout. The exhibits are way taken care of and organized. Take a walk through and then you can drive around for the larger animals as well. Don't forget to come in the winter for the Christmas lights too!

Beautiful small zoo, my son loves feeding the ducks!

It's not a bad free little zoo by any means! They host some pretty cool wildlife here. The bears and the mountain lion were a highlight. The wolf was sleeping somewhere, unfortunately. The building with the snake and lizard had a water table for kids to play at. A bit smaller than expected even after reading other reviews saying how small it is. Regardless, it's still a nice stop with the kids.

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(1994)

4.5

(149)

608 W 17th St, Marshfield, WI 54449, USA