Airport Info

Appleton, Wisconsin

Appleton and the other 15 Fox Cities surrounding it are a microcosm of all the good things small town life can offer. Situated along the Fox River and Lake Winnebago, the area is 90 miles north of Milwaukee and offers an urban style all its own. The arts are prominent with numerous museums, galleries, vocal and symphonic ensembles and a significant performing arts center that regularly hosts Broadway touring shows. Appleton is home to the Timber Rattlers, a Class A affiliate of the Seattle Mariners and the area is popular with outdoor sport enthusiasts.

Airport Information

City

Appleton, WI

Airport Code

ATW

Airport Name

Outagamie Cty Arpt

Gates

8

Counter

Ground level next to United Express

Counter Hours

Mon-Fri:

4:30am-10:30pm

Sat:

4:30am-5:30pm

Sun:

7:30am-10:30pm

Check-In Information

Online Check-in

Yes

Kiosk Check-in

No

Curbside Check-in

No

Recommended Airport Arrival

Checking Bags

90 Minutes

Not Checking Bags

60 Minutes

*Minimum check-in time at the ticket counter or a kiosk is 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure.

Area Highlights

Restaurants:

More than 300 restaurants feature a wide range of cuisines and ambiance. Trim B’s has been a popular Appleton destination for years; The Melting Pot features a more romantic atmosphere and steakhouses abound in the Fox Cities’ area. Check rewardsnetwork.com/Midwest for descriptions and price ranges for Appleton area restaurants that also offer Midwest Miles rewards for dining.

The Arts:

Fox Cities’ Children’s Museum, The Paper Discovery Center (focuses on the papermaking industry), the Barlow Planetarium, Weis Earth Science Museum, the Appleton Art Center and the Bergstrom-Mahler Museum. The Outagamie Museum focuses on the life and illusions of Harry Houdini, and includes both tours and interactive exhibits.

Local Culture:

Lakes, rivers and woodlands abound with opportunities fishing, boating, hunting, golf, cross-country skiing and all other outdoor sports. The Fox River Mall, Wisconsin’s second largest shopping mall, offers 180 of the finest retailers and is a destination for shoppers from around the state.

Entertainment:

The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center regularly features Broadway shows and top entertainers. Numerous nightspots and clubs dot the area with specialties ranging from martinis to beer, country music to jazz.



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