Two children and two adults run and laugh along the shoreline of a sandy beach on a sunny day—classic fun that makes Wisconsin family vacations unforgettable, with calm water and a clear blue sky in the background.

Family Fun in Superior, Wisconsin

Instant Childhood memories

Discover, laugh, connect. Repeat.

When everyone wants something fun for the whole family, try a few uniquely Superior activities that might get kids asking: “When can we go back?”

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Superior Lanes

Get your bowl on in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Plus, good food and drinks and friendly staff.

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Colorful storefront of Sweeten Sweets candy and fudge shop with vibrant murals of ice cream, lollipops, and other sweets—an irresistible stop for Wisconsin family vacations; sign above the door reads "Sweeten Sweets.

OH GOODY!

You can’t miss the colorful murals outside of Sweeden Sweets, or the goodness inside. Sit at an old-fashioned ice cream bar for homemade treats and an experience that’s genuinely sweet. Across the street, play tabletop games at LevelUP, one of a handful of local stores for gaming, comics and collectibles.

Food & DRink

A cozy ship cabin ideal for Wisconsin family vacations, featuring three round portholes, a single bed with a green blanket and white pillow, wooden drawers beneath, a wall fan, and a book on the bed as light filters in from outside.

Time Travel

Step back in time with a look at old-fashioned firefighting rigs, a lumber baron’s mansion and the last of the Whaleback ships. Discover America’s Ace of Aces, a World War II fighter jet and stories honoring veterans.

Museums & Tours

Alex Morris otherwise known as The Ref because of his black and white striped shirt is doing rollerskating tricks in the colorfully lit venue.

Get Rollin’

Have a wheely good time together at the roller rink. Roller skating? You bet yer bell bottoms. Or take your game to the bowling alley. The family that bowls together, rolls together.

Learn MOre

A wooden boardwalk leads through tall grass to a sandy beach, with waves and a dramatic, cloudy sunset sky in the background—perfect for memorable Wisconsin family vacations.

Explore Outdoors

From boating and fishing to camping, hunting, hiking, biking and beyond, there are just so many ways to play here. Kids want to shred? Hit the skatepark or ski resort. Need some quiet time? Relax. We’ve got miles of beautiful beaches on the shores of the world’s greatest lake.

Outdoors

Family Biking Blog

A person relaxes in a hammock, reading a book, with one hand resting on a fluffy dog sitting on the ground. Surrounded by tall trees and warm, golden sunlight, it’s an idyllic scene perfect for Wisconsin family vacations.

We’re Dog Friendly

Bringing the family pet? Head to the Superior Dog Park to give a good girl or boi some room to roam. Or use a leash and head to any park. You’ll find a whole lot of restaurants, hotels and shops that invite your furry friend to be here on vacation, too. And that’s certainly reason to wag your tail.

Parks

Trails

Aerial view of a small, green island with buildings and a marina, surrounded by calm blue water—an ideal spot for Wisconsin family vacations—with a cityscape visible in the distant background.

Go Barkers

Want to hang, play and maybe take a dip at the beach? Try Barker’s Island, home to concerts and big events each summer and winter. Visit the S.S. Meteor Whaleback ship and play a round of mini golf. Swim the beach or bike the Osaugie Trail. Rent a stand-up paddleboard, or charter a sailing or fishing trip at Barker’s Island Marina.

More Info

Flyer for "CLICK & Learn!" digital literacy program at Superior Public Library. Sessions are Tuesdays in January, February, and March, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Help is available at the library. Includes computer icons.

CLICK & Learn w/Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board @ Superior Public Library – Superior

Tuesday, January 20 @ 10:00 am

Would you like to become more familiar with technology? A digital navigator from the Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board offers drop-in CLICK & Learn...