College Avenue Historic District Travel Guide
Appleton
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Popular places to visit

Hearthstone Historic House Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Hearthstone Historic House Museum in Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.
Trout Museum of Art
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Trout Museum of Art in Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
Fox River Mall
During your visit to Appleton, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Fox River Mall. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Community First Champion Center
Catch an event at Community First Champion Center during your trip to Appleton. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Lawrence University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Lawrence University during your travels in Appleton. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do

Hearthstone Historic House Museum Admission Ticket

Polish Cultural Workshop with Pierogi Dinner - Appleton, WI
Top hotels in College Avenue Historic District

AmericInn by Wyndham Appleton Downtown
The large pool area with the salt water pool was thoroughly enjoyed by my grandsons. The hot tub was large and very relaxing. The breakfast consisted of a waffle bar, another item my grandsons were extremely happy about. Our room was large and very comfortable. The staff that we interacted with were ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Wyndham Garden Appleton
Hot tub jets were not working. Breakfast was horrible!
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Appleton
Staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Hilton Appleton Paper Valley
This place nickel and dimes you to death. No continental breakfast. I requested a rollaway bed for $20 extra a night at check in and had to call at 9:30pm to request it brought to the room. We had 2 adults and 2 kids in our room and had to keep requesting an extra towel because they only put 3 bath ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Best Western Plus Paper Valley Hotel
Breakfast was cold
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites-Little Chute
I have nothing negative to say about this motel. We would stay again without hesitation. Our room was smallish but completely adequate. Decent breakfast.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
