Appleton Hotels

Appleton overview

Appleton is a friendly locale distinct for its live music and riverfront, and known for its college atmosphere and shops. You're sure to enjoy all of the beer and bar options. Take in some local culture at popular places like Hearthstone Historic House Museum and Fox Cities Performing Arts Center. Make plans to visit the popular Gardens of the Fox Cities and Wisconsin International Raceway. A family- and business-friendly area, Appleton also has something for everyone.

Where to stay in Appleton

Whether you're planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area around Appleton has accommodations to fit every need. Search for hotels in Appleton with Hotels.com by checking our online map. Our maps display the areas and neighborhoods around all Appleton hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. The best Appleton hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee.

How to get to Appleton

Fly in to Appleton, WI (ATW-Outagamie County Regional), 5.1 mi (8.3 km) from downtown Appleton. Green Bay, WI (GRB-Austin Straubel Intl.) is the next closest major airport, 21.1 mi (33.9 km) away.

What to see around Appleton

Fun activities include attractions such as:

• • Time Warner Cable Field at Fox Cities Stadium
• • Tri-County Ice Arena
• • Wisconsin International Raceway
• • Titan Stadium

Known for its family-friendly sights such as:

• • Building for Kids Children's Museum
• • Barlow Planetarium
• • Ashwaubomay Lake

A top draw is the area's live music scene, as well as places like:

• • Trout Museum of Art
• • Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
• • History Museum at the Castle
• • Paper Discovery Center
• • Hearthstone Historic House Museum

Below are some favorite shopping areas to find that perfect souvenir—or simply browse:

• • Fox River Antique Mall
• • Fox River Mall

Enjoy the university setting or the collegiate vibe around the area of:

• • Lawrence University
• • University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley
• • Fox Valley Technical College
• • University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

Some recommended attractions include:

• • Pierce Park
• • Erb Park
• • Reid Municipal Golf Course
• • Telulah Park
• • Weis Earth Science Museum

When to visit Appleton

If you're starting to plan your trip, you might be wondering when's the best time to visit. Here are the seasonal norms to help you decide when to go:

Seasonal temperature averages

• January-March: 47°F day, 10°F night
• April-June: 80°F day, 30°F night
• July-September: 82°F day, 45°F night
• October-December: 64°F day, 11°F night

Seasonal rainfall averages

• January-March: 4.06 inches
• April-June: 10.16 inches
• July-September: 10.59 inches
• October-December: 6.30 inches