History Museum at the Castle Tours

Get to know the fascinating story of our intriguing past with an afternoon at History Museum at the Castle. With plenty of collections and exhibits to pore over, you'll discover lots of interesting stories here.

To visit this collection of historical artifacts, find your way to Appleton. You'll find loads of other worthwhile attractions in this area, including Hearthstone Historic House Museum, Gardens of the Fox Cities, and Fox Cities Performing Arts Center.

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Candlewood Suites Appleton by IHG

Candlewood Suites Appleton by IHG

2.5 out of 5
Price was $1,018, price is now $838 per person
$838
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Dec 25 - Dec 30
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Los Angeles (LAX) to Appleton (ATW)
17.6/10 Exceptional! (463 reviews)
Staff very friendly, great location. Loved my stay!

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025

Hampton Inn Appleton-Fox River Mall Area

Hampton Inn Appleton-Fox River Mall Area

2.5 out of 5
Price was $1,173, price is now $987 per person
$987
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Dec 25 - Dec 30
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Appleton (ATW)
18.8/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Jean at the front desk was great! She was friendly and outgoing. The room was clean and the location was convenient.

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025

Wyndham Garden Appleton

Wyndham Garden Appleton

2 out of 5
Price was $1,007, price is now $856 per person
$856
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Dec 25 - Dec 30
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Appleton (ATW)
16.8/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Was a very quite area easy to get to and rooms are newly painted and cleaned up

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

Popular places to visit

The Hearthstone Historic House Museum is a historic home in Appleton, Wisconsin, United States that has been converted into a museum. On September 30, 1882, it became the first residence in the world powered by a centrally located hydroelectric station using the Edison system. At that time, the house was the residence of Henry James Rogers, a paper company executive and entrepreneur. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 2, 1974. The house was previously known as the Henry J. Rogers House.

Hearthstone Historic House Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Hearthstone Historic House Museum during your travels in Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Hearthstone Historic House Museum

Lawrence University

Explore the campus of Lawrence University, during your travels in Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Lawrence University

Trout Museum of Art

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Trout Museum of Art during your trip to Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Trout Museum of Art

Building for Kids Children's Museum

You can take time to visit Building for Kids Children's Museum during your travels to Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Building for Kids Children's Museum

Jones Park

After visiting Jones Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Appleton. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Jones Park

Fox Cities Exhibition Center

Learn about the events happening at Fox Cities Exhibition Center during your trip to Appleton. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Fox Cities Exhibition Center

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Hilton Appleton Paper Valley

Hilton Appleton Paper Valley

3.5 out of 5
333 W College Ave Appleton WI
Hilton Appleton Paper Valley
CopperLeaf Boutique Hotel & Spa, BW Premier Collection

CopperLeaf Boutique Hotel & Spa, BW Premier Collection

3.5 out of 5
300 West College Avenue Appleton WI
CopperLeaf Boutique Hotel & Spa, BW Premier Collection
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Appleton Airport - Fox River Mall Area

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Appleton Airport - Fox River Mall Area

2.5 out of 5
355 Fox River Dr Appleton WI
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Appleton Airport - Fox River Mall Area
AmericInn by Wyndham Appleton Downtown

AmericInn by Wyndham Appleton Downtown

2.5 out of 5
3033 W College Avenue Appleton WI
AmericInn by Wyndham Appleton Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott Appleton Riverfront

Courtyard by Marriott Appleton Riverfront

3 out of 5
101 South Riverheath Way Appleton WI
Courtyard by Marriott Appleton Riverfront
DoubleTree by Hilton Appleton

DoubleTree by Hilton Appleton

4 out of 5
150 S Nicolet Road Appleton WI
DoubleTree by Hilton Appleton
Hampton Inn Appleton-Fox River Mall Area

Hampton Inn Appleton-Fox River Mall Area

2.5 out of 5
350 Fox River Dr Appleton WI
Hampton Inn Appleton-Fox River Mall Area
Economy Inn

Economy Inn

2.5 out of 5
210 N Westhill Blvd Appleton WI
Economy Inn
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Appleton

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Appleton

2 out of 5
200 North Perkins St. Appleton WI
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Appleton
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