After living in Wisconsin 56 years, I finally visited La Crosse, and I regret not getting here sooner. After talking with a close friend who used to live there, we got some recommendations and pointers for a quick couples getaway.
We stayed at the Charmant, a historic former chocolate factory right on the Mississippi river. The room was walled in brick with a warm, antique feel inside. The views of the corner room were fantastic, overlooking the park on the river.
We had a chance to meet up with a friend of ours who used to teach in Kaukauna, but is now living in Minnesota just across the river from La Crosse.
We took a riverboat ride that departed close to the hotel. It was colder than expected, and I ended up buying a souvenir hoodie at the gift shop.
The food was incredible, and the shopping was great. I highly recommend the view of the city from Grandad’s Bluff, it’s spectacular.
Where we stayed: The Charmant