Appleton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Appleton

With a population of 72,623, Appleton is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Appleton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Appleton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Fress Restaurant and Bar (511 W College Ave) and Rye Restaurant (308 W College Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Appleton

Appleton in March
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Appleton in March
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Appleton in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 8.6 °F, with an average temperature of 17.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Appleton, with an average rainfall of 1.1″.

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How to Get to Appleton

Plane

When flying to Appleton, you’ll arrive at Appleton Intl (ATW), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Appleton include Allegiant Air, American Airlines and Lufthansa. The shortest domestic flight to Appleton departs from New York and takes around 2h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Appleton is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 169 miles from Appleton. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Appleton’s bus station is located 0.5 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Appleton, you’ll arrive at Appleton Intl (ATW), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Appleton include Allegiant Air, American Airlines and Lufthansa. The shortest domestic flight to Appleton departs from New York and takes around 2h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Appleton is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 169 miles from Appleton. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Appleton’s bus station is located 0.5 miles from the city center.

Airlines serving Appleton

Lufthansa
Good (4,675 reviews)
KLM
Good (855 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,522 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,619 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,583 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,954 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,476 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,835 reviews)
Finnair
Good (873 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,634 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,606 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,540 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (778 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,353 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (774 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (474 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,327 reviews)
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Where to stay in Appleton

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Suites Appleton Airport and Economy Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Appleton

Most booked hotels in Appleton

Best Western Premier Bridgewood Resort Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 204 reviews)
$158+
CopperLeaf Boutique Hotel & Spa, BW Premier Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 320 reviews)
$131+
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites Appleton International Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 176 reviews)
$183+
DoubleTree by Hilton Appleton
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 464 reviews)
$111+
AmericInn by Wyndham Appleton Airport
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 468 reviews)
$93+
Best Western Plus Appleton Airport/Mall Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 498 reviews)
$87+

Renting a car in Appleton

Renting a car in Appleton costs $66 per day, on average, or $133 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Appleton is the Enterprise Rent-A-Car branch at 4500 W College Ave, which is 3 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Appleton Intl.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Appleton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Appleton is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Appleton costs $66 per day, on average, or $133 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Appleton is the Enterprise Rent-A-Car branch at 4500 W College Ave, which is 3 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Appleton Intl.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Appleton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Appleton is Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.