Location: Wausau
Top Things to do in Wausau
10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Wausau That You Shouldn't Miss
Wausau is a city in and the county seat of Marathon County, Wisconsin, United States. The Wisconsin River divides the city into east and west. The city is adjacent to the Town of Wausau.
Restaurants in Wausau
1. Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 257 reviews
Reviewed By BethanyAnneB8 - Wausau, United States
I really enjoy that they get new exhibits every few months. It keeps me coming back. I’ve gone here with my boyfriend and both of our families. Well maintained and clean place to enjoy art. Could spend a short amount of time or a few hours and have a good time. Recently went to the origami exhibit, very cool!
2. Janke Book Store
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Nana5838 - Eagle River, United States
We lived in Wausau 40+ years ago and this was a favorite of my two year daughter then. still a great place to browse and lots of good books for kids.
3. Blades and Boards
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Blades & Boards is an hatchet/ax throwing facility that has 14 lanes for throwing! We are very reasonably priced and you can bring in your food or have it delivered! You can also bring in your any and all non-alcoholic drinks. There is beer and ciders available for purchase as well. It's a great team building activity as well as a date night! Give us a call and lets throw some hatchets!!!
Reviewed By O2381IBjustinb
This was such an awesome experience! First you get a mini training session and do some practice throws while a worker critiques you amd gives you suggestions to improve. Once everyone feels they are good the clock starts and the worker leaves you to it. We had a group of 15 or so and four lanes. We had pizza delivered (they don't sell food, you are required to buy all drinks through them) and they gave us a big table to set it on. After throwing for a while they brought more axes and demonstrated how to throw two in one hand or two simultaneously. Then they brought specialty axes. It was a ton of fun amd I can't wait to do it again.
4. The Grand Theater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
North Central Wisconsin's home for the performing arts is The Grand Theater. Located in downtown Wausau, The Grand has it all--from Broadway to Ballet, Comedy to Cirque, Classical, Theatre and so much more!
Reviewed By pspauly63 - Wausau, United States
The Grand Theatre has been around for so many years and they do an incredible season filled with all different acts, operas and ballets. Saw the Russian Ballet, Sleeping Beauty tonight. Amazing
5. Lil' Ole Winemaker Shoppe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Stop in and meet Brian and Sue, your hosts at Lil' Ole Winemaker Shoppe, now conveniently located downtown 2 blocks east of the 400 Block. We are your northwoods headquarters for over 30 mouth-watering homemade wines, wine and beer making supplies and a gift shop with something special for any wine enthusiast on your list. Offering classes and demonstrations of wine making and you can even rent a space to make your own wine. Sample our wines at our wine bar perfectly placed in front of a stunning vineyard mural. Join the Case Club where you can buy 12 bottles and get your 13th for free. Drink coffee, nibble on snacks and browse your tablet in front of our fireplace with free Wi-Fi or schedule a meeting in one of our meeting rooms. We have plenty of table space allowing you to meet with friends for coffee, snacks and wine.
Reviewed By r01313 - Hubertus, United States
Came here with my sister. This place just had this cozy comfortable feel to it. Sat down for a little wine tasting and immediately felt welcome and like we were regulars even though it was our first visit here. The staff and customers here are so awesome. Best wine we had out of about 6 wineries we visited over a four day weekend. We can't wait to go back!
6. The Center for the Visual Arts
7. Yawkey House Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Stunning details and a commitment to quality are evident in both the interior and exterior of the Yawkey House Museum. The exterior showcases Classical Revival architecture with stately lines and original decorative elements, and also includes a beautiful outdoor sunken garden with a carriage house unique to the needs of the early twentieth century. Inside, experience the style and warmth of Arts and Crafts influenced design with built-in cabinetry and extraordinary stained glass features. Guided tours begin on the hour with the first tour starting at 9:00 am on Tuesday - Friday and 1:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. The last tour begins at 3:00 pm. Guided tours leave from the Woodson History Center and last 45-60 minutes.
Reviewed By coptrdrivr - Wausau, United States
Very well-done-- both the well-preserved and fascinating Yawkey House that reveals so much about how the elites lived in a bygone era and the adjacent museum that captures the essence of life in north central Wisconsin. From farms to logging , manufacturing to Native Americans- the history is all displayed- with excellent provided narrative. Definitely cuts above average!
8. Bull Falls Brewery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By 994ginaw
we stop when we were in the area great beer and great bar tender prices are reasonable nice decor in this place
9. Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art
10. Timekeeper Distillery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By captainkarlhanke - Wausau, United States
Placed inside a historic train depot the Timekeeper is a great place for cocktails and friends. With a menu full of unique drinks and fantastic presentation watching the bar staff make your drink is almost as much fun as drinking them. Large enough for a big gathering but small enough for a private conversation
