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Discover, or Rediscover, Downtown Wisconsin Dells

Downtown Wisconsin Dells, that one mile stretch that runs from Stand Rock Road to the intersection of Hwy’s 16, 13 & 23, is where it all started. So, if you want to claim with any degree of authority that you're a seasoned Wisconsin Dells traveler, you must include a stroll among the downtown establishments. You'll get a great taste for the city's history and longstanding penchant for fun.

There are attractions, mini-golf courses, souvenir and gift shops, antique stores, amusement parks, haunted houses, a historic photography studio and museum, fudge and sweet shops, dining, the list goes on and on. You can hop on board a DUCK amphibious vehicle or a riverboat for a tour of the Wisconsin River, or take it slower with a dinner cruise.

Here's an insider tip: Be sure to make time for a walk along the scenic Dells RiverWalk. This restored path provides guests with views to the river not accessible to the public for the last 75 years. The walkway also includes a bicycle route, benches, picnic tables and special game tables.

During the autumn months, we host two festivals downtown that celebrate the harvest, family togetherness, regional artists and the state's best craft breweries.

Heading Downtown Dells? Here's Your Itinerary

Here's a whistle-stop itinerary that makes a nice day in Downtown Dells.

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"Cheats" For Playing Wizard Quest

The popular Wizard Quest attraction with its life-size labyrinth adventure game offers cheats for serious players.

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Restaurants With A Water View

Wisconsin Dells restaurants that serve up pretty panoramas.

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Original People - Justin Draper & Wade Bernander

There's a whole new generation of Wisconsin Dells Superstars representing every walk of tourism. Here's Justin and Wade's story in a snapshot.

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Newsmakers Of The Past

The real stories behind figures from Wisconsin Dells' past.

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Articles of Interest

If you're looking for more on downtown options in Wisconsin Dells, you might be interested in these articles from our Official Wisconsin Dells Vacation Guide® and other news publications:

Kilbourn Dam Changed Course of Tourism in the Dells
The Kilbourn Dam, a landmark in downtown Wisconsin Dells that separates the Upper Dells from the Lower Dells of the Wisconsin River, just turned 100. Thanks to this dam, visitors have access via tour boats and amphibious Duck boats to some of the area's most spectacular gorges and caverns. And to this day, this structure still produces "green power" for south-central Wisconsin. Read about the birthday celebration of the dam that changed the course of tourism in Wisconsin Dells.

The Ultimate Wisconsin Dells Shopping List
Great ideas on gifts for giving and pursuing the perfect Wisconsin Dells vacation souvenir.