Destination #1: Children’s Museum of LaCrosse
Address: 207 5th Ave S, La Crosse, WI 54601
Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, 7 days a week
With three floors of fun, the Children’s Museum of La Crosse is a must-visit for families. At $9 per person, this is a steal of a deal. We attended this museum when our kids were 5 and 7, and I wish we had checked it out sooner.
Some highlights of the museum include an indoor tree house, imaginative play areas, an interactive light exhibit, and a large climbing structure.
Check out their monthly schedule for field trip notices or special events they have going on: www.funmuseum.org
Logistics
For parking, we used the Market Square Ramp less than one block away from the museum. As with most children’s museums, if you’re a member of your local children’s museum, you receive a discounted rate when you visit other children’s museums. Ask at the front desk when you purchase your tickets for a discounted rate.
For even more to do see and do, check out lacrosselocal.com.
Check out downtown events, things to do on the weekend, festivals, the events calendar, and more!
Destination #2: Lunch
Park Address: Cameron Park, 400 King St, La Crosse, WI 54601
People’s Food Co-op Address: 315 5th Ave S, La Crosse, WI 54601
After playing at the museum, everyone is going to be ready for a bite to eat. Pack a picnic or grab some picnic food next door from the People’s Food Coop. Then walk 1 block over to Cameron Park and enjoy a picnic lunch followed by more play on the playground.
If you’re interested in a sit-down spot, check out Hmong’s Golden Egg Rolls, The Crow, or Pato Azul, all within walking distance from the children’s museum.
Destination #3: The Pearl Ice Cream Parlor
Address: 207 Pearl St, La Crosse, WI 54601
Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (summer hours), 7 days a week
It’s time to head to a local favorite for some ice cream at The Pearl Ice Cream Parlor & Confectionery. Located in one of the oldest historical buildings in LaCrosse, this ice cream parlor is outfitted with a 1940s soda fountain and has nostalgic vibes to go with it.
The ice cream and waffle cones are made at the shop daily. Voted #1 in LaCrosse for ice cream and candy, the flavors are worth the hype; this ice cream is delicious! Enjoy the indoor air conditioning or sit outside at The Pearl’s patio seating.
