15 days in Minnesota & Wisconsin Itinerary

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Minneapolis
— 3 nights
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Duluth
— 3 nights
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Madison
— 4 nights
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Milwaukee
— 3 nights
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Minneapolis — 3 nights

The City of Lakes

Minneapolis is known for fun & games, museums, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: buy something for everyone on your list at Mall of America, tour the pleasant surroundings at Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, admire the sheer force of Minnehaha Park, and learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, read Minneapolis holiday planner.

Sofia, Bulgaria to Minneapolis is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 8 hours traveling from Sofia to Minneapolis. Traveling from Sofia in April, things will get a bit cooler in Minneapolis: highs are around 14°C and lows about 2°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight to Duluth.
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Duluth — 3 nights

Zenith City of the Unsalted Seas

Change things up with a short trip to Gooseberry Falls State Park in Two Harbors (about 48 minutes away). There's still lots to do: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, sample the tasty concoctions at Bent Paddle Brewing Co., explore the striking landscape of Congdon Park, and snap pictures at Aerial Lift Bridge.

To find out how to plan a trip to Duluth, use our trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by flight from Minneapolis to Duluth takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Minneapolis in April, expect Duluth to be slightly colder, temps between 6°C and 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to fly to Madison.
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Madison — 4 nights

The City of Four Lakes

Explore Madison's surroundings by going to EAA Aviation Museum (in Oshkosh), Wisconsin Dells (Zipline, Original Wisconsin Ducks, &more) and Spring Green (Wilson Creek Pottery & Taliesin Preservation: Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center ). There's still lots to do: ponder the world of politics at Wisconsin State Capitol, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Henry Vilas Zoo, do a tasting at Vines & Rushes Winery, and take in nature's colorful creations at Olbrich Botanical Gardens.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Madison itinerary planner.

Fly from Duluth to Madison in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Duluth in April: highs in Madison hover around 15°C, while lows dip to 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to drive to Milwaukee.
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Milwaukee — 3 nights

Brew City

Go for a jaunt from Milwaukee to Mayville to see Horicon Marsh about 1h 15 min away. There's still lots to do: admire the masterpieces at Milwaukee Art Museum, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, sample the tasty concoctions at Lakefront Brewery, and see the interesting displays at Harley-Davidson Museum.

For other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Milwaukee trip itinerary planner.

Drive from Madison to Milwaukee in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Milwaukee can reach 13°C, while at night they dip to 2°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.
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Minnesota travel guide

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The Land of 10,000 Lakes
Deriving its name from the Dakota word for "land of sky-tinted water," Minnesota is a land of pristine lakes, pockets of dense green forests, and sprawling prairieland. Spend your vacation exploring the state's diverse landscape for endless outdoor activity and a chance to see some of the area's national monuments, or take a trip to the bustling St. Paul-Minneapolis area, a network of commerce and cultural attractions, including the famous Mall of America.
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Wisconsin travel guide

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The Badger State
Wisconsin is known as "America's Dairyland" because of its status as the nation's most famous producer of milk and cheese. A growing favorite with foreign tourists, the state is a perfect holiday destination for nature lovers, offering year-round outdoor activities like fishing, boating, kayaking, and hiking. Dotted with thousands of inland lakes and waterways alongside apple and cherry orchards, Wisconsin also offers numerous urban tourist attractions, its cities hosting renowned beer and art festivals each year.
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