Kenosha travel guide

Kenosha Tourism | Kenosha Guide

You're Going to Love Kenosha

With a population of 99,218, Kenosha is a must-see destination in Wisconsin, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Kenosha deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Kenosha

If you’re looking for affordable options, La Fogata (3300 Sheridan Rd) and Waterfront Warehouse (3322 Sheridan Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Kenosha

Kenosha in March
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kenosha in March
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kenosha in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 14 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °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 Kenosha, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.

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How to Get to Kenosha

Plane

Although Kenosha doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 25 miles from Kenosha. The shortest domestic flight to Kenosha departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Kenosha, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Kenosha to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kenosha is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 50 miles from Kenosha. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kenosha, including Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Kenosha takes 80 miles and will cost you around $76. From Monona, the ticket costs about $77 for a journey of 175 miles.

Plane

Although Kenosha doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Milwaukee-Mitchell Airport (MKE), which is located 25 miles from Kenosha. The shortest domestic flight to Kenosha departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 50m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Kenosha, followed by Lufthansa. The train journey from Kenosha to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $26 for a 2h 05m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Kenosha is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 50 miles from Kenosha. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kenosha, including Bus, Amtrak and Greyhound. From Milwaukee, the bus ride to Kenosha takes 80 miles and will cost you around $76. From Monona, the ticket costs about $77 for a journey of 175 miles.

Airports near Kenosha

Airlines serving Kenosha

Lufthansa
Good (4,679 reviews)
KLM
Good (843 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,616 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,583 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (977 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,977 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,988 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (836 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,753 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,581 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,543 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,357 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (754 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (773 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (487 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,323 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Kenosha

Most booked hotels in Kenosha

Best Western Executive Inn Kenosha/Pleasant Prairie
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 539 reviews)
$87+
DoubleTree by Hilton Pleasant Prairie Kenosha
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 157 reviews)
$130+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Kenosha, WI
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 545 reviews)
$96+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mt Pleasant
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 471 reviews)
$90+
Hampton Inn & Suites Kenosha
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 140 reviews)
$123+
Comfort Inn & Suites Kenosha
3 stars
Excellent (8, 304 reviews)
$86+

Renting a car in Kenosha

Renting a car in Kenosha costs $58 per day, on average, or $116 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Kenosha.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Kenosha (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Kenosha is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Ford Fusion or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Kenosha costs $58 per day, on average, or $116 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Kenosha.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Kenosha (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Kenosha is Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Ford Fusion or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.