Hotels in Racine, WI

Located along the stunning shores of Lake Michigan at the mouth of the Root River, the town of Racine, Wisconsin, is situated just 22 miles south of Milwaukee and about 60 miles north of Chicago. As a great central location to tour the upper Midwest, Racine is also a wonderfully diverse community and a gorgeous getaway offering a wealth of cultural attractions, fine dining, and landmarks worth exploring. Stay at top Racine hotels to discover the buzzing downtown district, full of boutique shops, impressive architecture, and delicious local fare waiting around each corner. Spend a fun-filled afternoon at the Racine Zoo, or sunbathe all day from the beautiful Racine North Beach. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, culture buff, or lover of elevated cuisine, Racine has something for you.

Rejoice, outdoor enthusiasts—because here in Racine, there are numerous parks and trails along the Root River to take advantage of right outside the best Racine hotels! This striking river winds right through the city, and offers great fishing, hiking, canoeing, and kayaking from its pristine waters. Check out the 14-mile Fox River Water Trail in western Racine County for a day of outdoor exploration. Or, if lounging lakeside is more your style, spend an afternoon on or around Lake Michigan, where you can enjoy incredible fishing, recreational boating, and swimming during the heat of summer. Make your way to North Beach, a 50-acre stretch of sand and fresh air, perfect for enjoying the Beachside Oasis, Kids Cove playground, and live entertainment from May until September.

As a town teeming with culture and fun family attractions, take advantage of the many must-see sights and exciting excursions while staying at hotels in Racine. Carve out a few hours to explore the stunning Racine Art Museum, which houses the country's largest contemporary crafts collection displayed in ever-changing exhibits. Here, you’ll also find works by local artists who are inspired by the majestic Wind Point Lighthouse. For another great Racine culture trip, make it into the Racine Heritage Museum to learn more about the area’s fascinating history and industrial beginnings.

Located along Lake Michigan, just north of downtown, you’ll find the incredible Racine Zoo. As sanctuary to over 100 different species of animals, including more than 50 endangered species, this 28-acre setting is packed with exotic creatures from around the world, interactive exhibits, two playgrounds, the Zoo Choo Express train, and great picnic areas to enjoy with the little ones. While here, take advantage of all the awesome offerings at the zoo, like hand-feeding birds in the aviary or the Masai giraffes at the Giraffe Encounter, walking among kangaroos in Walkabout Creek, and petting domestic animals in the Barnyard Safari. Look forward to observing lions, tigers, black rhinos, Andean bears, wallaroos, orangutans, penguins, meerkats, and much more! Before heading home to Racine hotels, grab a bite from Max & Jenny's Jungle Grill for the perfect endcap to this unforgettable afternoon.

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