Hotels in Fond du Lac

At the southern tip of Lake Winnebago, where locals cast fishing lines in summer and carve ice-skating paths in winter, this city lives up to its French name meaning 'bottom of the lake.' Lakeside Park offers 400 acres of waterfront recreation, complete with a vintage lighthouse and a whimsical carousel. The Galloway House and Village transports visitors to the 1800s through meticulously preserved buildings. After working up an appetite, follow residents to Kelley Country Creamery for squeaky-fresh cheese curds that define Wisconsin's dairy pride. Children's Museum provides hands-on fun for families, while the Greenway Arboretum offers peaceful trails through native landscapes. Don't miss the seasonal farmers' market where locals debate which vendor truly makes the best kringle pastry.