Winter Wonders For Couples

By: Explore La Crosse

Cozy up this winter with these hideaways, fun adventures, and romantic settings! You’ll experience winter in a weekend-long itinerary, be ready to see the magic of the La Crosse Region!

Destinations

NOM SIPS & EATS

NOM SIPS & EATS

Start your morning with a delicious bowl from NOM Sips & Eats. These nutritious bowls will fuel your day and keep you going strong! Wanting something more? NOM is a cute café specializing in nutrient-dense goodies such as smoothie bowls, smoothies, salads, overnight oats, and more that will have you saying “nom nom nom”!

The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe

The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe

The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe will forever be a spiritual destination for visitors from all over the world, but offers wonderful views and is a La Crosse Region gem. The Shrine is nestled in over 100 acres of God’s Country in the Mississippi River Valley. In addition to the many beautiful chapels, statues, gardens, and devotional areas.

Winter Wonders For Couples

The Big Lady

Head to Onalaska and get some lunch at The Big Lady. Nestled along Main Street and the Mississippi, The Big Lady offers the perfect taste of the Coulee Region. It’s more than a restaurant, it’s an experience!

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Great River Landing

Great River Landing is a famous overlook by Lake Onalaska and the Black River located just across the street from The Big Lady. The landmark plays host to the trailhead of the Great River State Trail with 101 miles of interconnecting state trails and beautiful views of Lake Onalaska, the Black River, and beyond.

Le Chateau

Le Chateau

After happy hour visit one of the La Crosse Region’s fine dining restaurants; the French-inspired restaurant called Le Chateau. This restaurant is located in a historic, renovated home and has a menu bursting with savory, French-inspired cuisine. You can try delicious seafood, imported French wine, and other meats seared to perfection!

Rotary Holiday Lights

Rotary Lights

After dinner experience the magic of the Rotary Lights along Riverside Park. Ride on a horse-drawn carriage throughout the park admiring the famous light show. This is a great opportunity for photos! You may even see live reindeer, snack at the S’more fire pit, and visit the ice castle (a heated tent with live entertainment).