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Lake Express

2330 S. Lincoln Memorial Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53207
866-914-1010
Ranked #28 of 78 attractions in Milwaukee
3.5 of 5 stars 35 Reviews
Type: Ferries/ Boats
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Sheboygan
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

If you are trying to decide if it is worth the money to cross lake michigan on Lake Express, IT IS! We moved to the west coast of Michigan, from the east coast of Wisconsin. Traveling back to see friends and family gets so much easier and more enjoyable when the Lake Express Ferry is open. The money will save... More

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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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It is not the cheapest option, but the most relaxing way to cross Lake Michigan. They do a good job of loading and unloading the cars and passengers. It is a nice stable ride for those of us who sometimes get seasick. More

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Racine, WI
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

We've taken the Lake Express twice and really enjoyed it. It sure beats driving around Chicago. More

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

I took the ferry with my family partly to save time, but mostly for the experience. It really is worth taking at least once. It also makes a good start to a vacation in Grand Haven from Milwaukee. There really isn't much in Muskegon. Be sure to take anything you may want with you when you leave the car; you... More

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Ixonia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012
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It brought back memories of when we went across Lake Michigan on the Clipper. More

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Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

The couple times I have taken this ferry to MI, I never had a very bad experience, however both times there were either engine issues or other technical problems delaying my trip, making the trip slow and very turbulent. The accomodations are nice, but to ferry your car is more expensive than renting one at the terminal in Muskegon or... More

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Vernon Hills, Illinois
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2012

We really enjoyed the voyage across Lake Michigan. Stand on the bridge when you leave Michigan. Friendly staff! More

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Sussex, WI
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012

Has clean facilities, snack bar, movies, plenty of people to help you. Every time we've used, they have been on time. Nice waiting area on both sides of the lake. More

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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54 reviews 54 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2012

I take about 15 round trips per year and find it a fantastic way to travel across the lake. It may be a tad expensive if you are taking a car, but you should look at the cost of just riding and renting a car for a few days. Also there are times the lake will get rough but it... More

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New Berlin, Wisconsin
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 December 2011

A fantastic voyage. Ferried my car and two teenage sons. A memorable family vacation experience was more important then saving time and money. "Kids Sail Free" promotion made the price competitive. Bring an FM radio, with headphones, and listen to the movie broadcast. View the NOAA Lake Michigan wave forecast website before traveling, and consider choosing a later departure, if... More

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