Oshkosh · Winnebago County, WI

Road trips from Oshkosh

Scout analyzed 47 Oshkosh places and surfaced the ones that actually fit road trips.

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Typical spend

$35

Typical visit

2.8 hr

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Food & Drink

New Moon Cafe

New Moon Cafe is a good spot for a casual meal, coffee, or an evening drink with live music. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $10-25 per person on food and beverages.

FoodLive musicCocktails

$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Food & Drink

Golden Nest Pancake & Cafe

This cafe is a solid choice for a casual breakfast or lunch, especially for families. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person on a meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Food & Drink

Good Yolk

Good Yolk is a casual spot for breakfast or brunch, typically enjoyed as a relaxed meal to start a weekend day. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and about $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Becket's

Becket's is a solid choice for a romantic dinner or special occasion, offering riverfront dining with American fare and live jazz. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $35-75 per person, especially if enjoying drinks and dessert.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Starbucks Coffee Company

This Starbucks is a good stop for a quick coffee and pastry, suitable for a solo break or a casual meetup. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Food & Drink

Gardina's Kitchen & Bar

Gardina's Kitchen & Bar is good for a dinner outing, offering inventive American small plates and drinks. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and $35-75 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Family

Menominee Park Zoo

This seasonal, 8-acre zoo is ideal for a 1-2 hour family outing, especially with younger children, offering an outdoor experience with a rotating roster of animals. It's often free or low cost, making it a good part of a longer park visit.

AnimalsOutdoorsRelaxed

$0–$5 typical2 hr visiteasy parking

Food & Drink

Starbucks Coffee Company

This is a quick stop for a coffee, tea, or light snack, suitable for a solo break or a casual meet-up. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingCocktails

$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Wellness

The Osthoff Resort & Spa

The Osthoff Resort & Spa is a destination for a weekend getaway or longer, offering a full resort experience including dining, spa, and lakeside activities. Plan for multiple days and a significant budget, with activities suitable for various ages.

FoodOutdoorsWellness

$250–$800 typical48 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

The Ruby Owl Tap Room

The Ruby Owl Tap Room is a good spot for a casual meal and craft beers, suitable for a relaxed evening or a weekend outing. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-$45 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$20–$45 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Outdoors

South Park

South Park is a free outdoor space suitable for casual walks, picnics, or letting kids play. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and combine it with a meal elsewhere.

OutdoorsRelaxedPlayful

$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Food & Drink

Gabe's Wisconsin Kitchen and Tavern

Gabe's is suitable for a casual meal or drinks, offering a relaxed tavern atmosphere. Expect a visit of about an hour and a half, with an average spend of $15-35 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Shopping

Two Brothers Family Restaurant

Two Brothers is a casual diner suitable for family meals any time of day, offering comfort food at an affordable price point. Expect to spend about an hour here for a typical meal.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Outdoors

Menominee Park

Menominee Park is ideal for a leisurely afternoon with family, combining playground fun, animal viewing, and lakeside views. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and a modest amount if purchasing concessions or attraction tickets.

OutdoorsAnimalsViews

$0–$10 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Chester V's

Chester V's is a good stop for a casual evening meal or drinks with friends, typically lasting about 1.5 hours and costing $15-40 per person. It pairs well with a movie or other local entertainment.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Food & Drink

TJ's Harbor Restaurant

TJ's Harbor Restaurant is a good spot for a casual meal with a view, possibly paired with a lakeside walk. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and about $25-50 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsViews

$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Family

Pollock Community Water Park

This water park is a great spot for a fun family day out, offering slides and splash areas for a few hours. Expect to spend $5-15 per person on admission and snacks.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals

$5–$15 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Fox River Brewing Company Waterfront Restaurant

Fox River Brewing is a casual spot for American grub and house-brewed beer, suitable for a relaxed meal or drink. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $25-45 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$25–$45 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Food & Drink

The Chalice

The Chalice is a relaxed spot for American hearty fare with a bar and outdoor seating, suitable for a casual meal or drinks. Expect to spend 75-90 minutes and $15-$35 per person for a main dish and a drink.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Bar 430

Bar 430 is a good spot for a casual dinner or brunch with friends or family, offering classic bar fare and drinks. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-40 per person for a meal and a drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

The Bar - Oshkosh

The Bar is a casual sports bar suitable for an affordable meal or drinks, especially when watching a game. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $15-35 per person for food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsSports

$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Arts & Culture

The Grand Oshkosh

The Grand Oshkosh is a restored performing arts venue suitable for an evening out, often paired with dinner before or drinks after. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $30-100 per person on tickets.

Live musicArtsHistory

$30–$100 typical2.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Sports & Recreation

Oshkosh Arena | Managed by VenuWorks

The Oshkosh Arena is suitable for attending sports games or concerts, typically lasting a few hours. Expect to spend $20-$100+ per person on tickets and concessions.

SportsLive musicSocial

$20–$100 typical3 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Winkler's Westward Ho

Winkler's Westward Ho is suitable for a casual evening out, especially for live music or karaoke. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and between $15-40 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$15–$40 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking