Local Activities

Outdoor Recreation

Abbey Springs Golf Course: Enjoy premium golf that’s both challenging and beautiful. Only 2 miles from The Abbey, you won’t want to miss the view from the 17th tee.

Boat Rentals: Relax, fish or speed around the lake when you rent a boat for a few hours or the whole day.

Lake Geneva Ziplines & Adventures: They have an Eco Adventure for everyone! Challenge yourself on the High Ropes Excursion or for the ultimate thrill, traverse 9 ziplines, 5 sky bridges and 4 spiral staircases in the Full Zipline Tour.

Wilmot Mountain: Operated by Vail Resorts, this popular skiing spot has made skiing, snowboarding, and tubing an easy, accessible, affordable and fun trip for the whole family since 1938.

Alpine Valley: Ski or snowboard a variety of mountain trails, from green to black diamonds with the longest run of 2,500 feet. During warm weather mountain biking and golf reign.

Kettle Moraine State Forest: 22,000 acres of forests, hills, lakes and recreation including hiking, biking, horseback riding and camping.

Big Foot Beach State Park: 271-acres of state park land on the shores of Lake Geneva, which includes a campground, lakeside picnic area and miles of hiking and cross-country skiing trails.

Uniquely Lake Geneva

Lake Geneva Cruise Line: Get out on the water of scenic Lake Geneva when you hop aboard a narrated lake tour. Choose from a range of cruises including family-friendly ice cream socials and the historic U.S. Mailboat Tour.

Safari Lake Geneva: A unique conservation-focused ranch for a variety of species from Alpacas to Zebras living in virtually free-range conditions.

Lake Geneva School of Cooking: Offers a wide range of entertaining culinary classes for the cooking enthusiast, whether novice or gourmet.

Lake Geneva Clue Room: You have just 60 minutes to unravel the mystery and escape the room. Choose one of three rooms and work together solve the puzzles.

Lake Geneva Balloon Company: Get a unique view of the Lake Geneva area from the air. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience when you glide over the treetops and take in the sunrise over the lake.

Ice Castles: In Lake Geneva, the most wonderful time of the year begins when the ice castles come to town. Tour every nook and cranny in daylight or witness LED's light up the ice at night.

Area History

Lake Geneva Shore Path: This peaceful waterfront pathway winds around the 21 miles of Lake Geneva's perimeter, passing by historic landmark homes, beautiful gardens and local wildlife, and is just steps away from our front door.

Yerkes Observatory: You won't want to miss a visit to this one-of-a-kind historical location that's known as the birthplace of modern astrophysics. Pass through the same doors as Einstein, Sagan, Hubble, Kuiper, and more and take a tour of the unique building that houses the world's largest refracting telescope

Black Point Estate: Take a guided tour of one of the oldest mansions on the lake. Built in 1888 by Beer Baron Conrad Seipp, the estate is part of the Wisconsin Historical Society and can only be accessed by boat via the Lake Geneva Cruise Line.

Geneva Lake Museum: Go back in time to see the life and lifestyles of the inhabitants of the Lake Geneva area from the native dwellers to the early 20th century.

Dungeon Hobby Shop Museum: Explore the beginnings of the worlds of Dungeons & Dragons, the creators behind them, and play the games for yourself.

Old World Wisconsin: Learn what it was like to be an early immigrant living in Wisconsin by exploring over 60 restored historic structures on over 600 acres of property and engaging in hands-on activities.

White River State Trail: This converted railroad corridor runs 19 miles showing some of what travelers in earlier days would have seen while passing through, from scenic vistas to farmlands, small towns and waterways.

Shows & Spirits

Tristan Crist Magic Theatre: This one of a kind performer wows audiences with wit, heartfelt stories, jaw-dropping illusions and gut-wrenching escapes! Named Lake Geneva’s #1 attraction.

Dancing Horses Theatre: A unique Wisconsin attraction and a must-see for horse lovers. Admission also includes an exotic bird show and you can add on lunch or dinner.

Belfry Music Theatre: This historic theater has been transformed into a music venue that features entertainers who perform songs from some of your favorite artists.

Staller Estate Winery: Staller Estate's vision is to create a multi-satisfying experience exemplifying their regional Wisconsin wines. Enjoy a complimentary wine and cheese tasting upon arrival.

Rush Creek Distilling: Started by four guys with a passion for creating authentic craft spirits including two types of whiskey, vodka and gin. Tours, tastings and live music on most Saturday nights.

Duesterbeck's Brewing Company: Set on a 150 year old farm, this microbrewery features a delicious variety of beers and is a favorite of locals and visitors alike.

Sweet Indulgences

Four Brothers Chocolates: Located just across the street from the resort, Four Brothers brings hand-crafted chocolates to Fontana from Wheaton, IL.

Blue Heaven Ice Cream: Located across the street from The Abbey, this escape for sweet treats features 24 flavors of hand-dipped premium ice cream, including dairy- and gluten-free options and freshly baked treats.

Kilwin's Lake Geneva: This purveyor of all things sweet is a Lake Geneva tradition. Watch them make their delicious hand-paddled fudge or treat yourself to their original recipe ice cream.

Yogeeze Frozen Yogurt: Create your own frozen concoction with an array of frozen yogurt flavors and over 40 different toppings at their shop located in downtown Lake Geneva.

Something Sweet: If it's sweet, you'll find it here. Bulk candy, taffy, gourmet chocolates, hand-dipped ice cream, smoothies, assorted fresh baked goods, and retro candy!