Top 18 Things to Do in Wisconsin Dells With Kids

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    Chula Vista Resort

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    Shila said:  Featuring both indoor & outdoor water parks with more than 2 dozen water slides, huge interactive kiddie play areas, activity pools, lazy river, luxurious poolside cabanas, outdoor hot springs, & more, Chula Vista was designed with the whole family in mind! The resort also features an 18-hole golf course, river walk, hot springs, spa, & plenty of family dining. Water park passes are included in all overnight stays, and day passes are also available for those not staying at the resort.

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    Paul Bunyan's Cook Shanty

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    Alexandra F. said:  No trip to the Dells is complete without a stop at Paul Bunyan's Cook Shanty, where the food is plentiful and the donuts out-of-this-world! Family-style "lumberjack" meals are served at all hours of the day, but breakfast is our family's absolute favorite. The set menu is limited to traditional favorites such as scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage and pancakes, but nothing beats the mouth-watering donuts, fresh from the fryer! Be ready for long lines at prime brunch times, but they move quickly and the food is worth the wait. For added family fun, check out the lumberjack show after the meal.

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    Mt. Olympus Water & Theme Park

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    Kristy Pepping said:  Mt. Olympus Water and Theme Resort offers both indoor and outdoor water parks, as well as thrilling rollercoasters and amusement park rides, like twirling teacups and bumper cars. Take a plunge down several water slides or sit in a hot tub to relax. Lodging options include typical hotel suites, but also tents for camping and unique treehouse beds! Kids love it!

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