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Things To Do

The Lake Geneva area (including Downtown Lake Geneva, Williams Bay, and Fontana) is a blast in the summer. The Abbey is in Fontana, a 7-minute drive from Williams Bay and a 15-minute drive from Downtown Lake Geneva. A few of our favorite spots and activities are below.

The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa

269 Fontana Boulevard, Fontana-on-Geneva Lake, WI 53125

The Abbey has a spa, a pool, golf course, volleyball courts, fire pits, restaurants, bars, bicycle rentals, lawn games, and live music at night.

Boating!

The Abbey and Gordy's Marina provide options to bring and launch your own boat or rent a boat. The family will have a boat up there for the weekend as well and would love to have you tag along! Other local businesses providing boat rental options are listed below.

Boat Rentals

GORDY'S MARINA (Closest to the Abbey) https://www.gordysboats.com/wisconsin-boat-rentals/ JERRY'S MAGESTIC MARINE (Closest to the Abbey) https://www.visitlakegeneva.com/listing/jerrys-majestic-marine/631/ MAHERATIME CHARTERS www.maheratimecharters.com ELMERS BOAT RENTALS www.maheratimecharters.com

Boat Tours on the Lake Geneva Cruise Line

"Full Lake Tour: Our most complete tour of Lake Geneva, this relaxing two-hour cruise takes you around the entire shoreline while our expert guides share fascinating stories, fun facts, and a bit of local lore along the way." "Best of the Lake Tour: Come aboard for a fun, fully narrated tour of Lake Geneva’s most famous estates and the families who built them – names you’ll recognize like Wrigley and Maytag." "Jazz Dinner Cruises: Unwind at the end of the week with dinner, drinks, and live jazz on Lake Geneva." "Fireworks Tour: Watch the lakeside fireworks from out on the lake! Get a fantastic view of the fireworks and the lake on our family-friendly Fireworks Tour!" "Sunday Brunch Buffet Cruises: Make Sunday special with a two-hour brunch cruise around Lake Geneva aboard the Grand Belle."

Golfing

Tons of beautiful golf courses in the area. The closest one is Abbey Springs, but there are other options at this link (including a Gary Player designed course, which Quinn says is "cool").

Lake Geneva Shore Path

Lake Geneva, WI 53147

The Lake Geneva Shore Path runs for 26 miles around the lake with beautiful views. A really peaceful and friendly place for a walk or jog. Bonus tip: You can get on and off the path at the Abbey or near the outdoor markets in Downtown Lake Geneva.

The Bottle Shop

617 West Main Street, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

The Bottle Shop is one of Mehgan's and her mom's favorites! It's a cozy wine shop with a great wine selection (and flights!) and board games. Feels like hanging out in a wine cellar.

Geneva Tap House

252 Broad Street, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

If you're on this website, you probably already know that Quinn loves a good IPA. It won't be hard for you to convince him to go here. Cute spot with outdoor picnic tables.

Topsy Turvy Brewery

727 Geneva Street, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

We love a brewery. See above.

Geneva Lake Distilling + Winery (Formerly "Studio Winery")

401 East Sheridan Springs Road, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

Wine & spirits tastings, art studio, and live music.

Blue Heaven Ice Cream

105 West Main Street, Fontana-on-Geneva Lake, WI 53125

Cute ice cream shop just a 5 minute walk from the Abbey.

The Candle Mercantile

870 West Main Street, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

Mehgan and her friends loved this spot for candle-making (with a bar!)

Farmer's Markets

THURSDAY: LAKE GENEVA FARMER’S MARKET 8am - 1pm | Thursdays | May 1 - October 30, 2025 Horticultural Hall 330 Broad Street, Downtown Lake Geneva MARKET AT TOWER PARK 3pm - 7pm | Thursdays | June 5 - September 11, 2025 Tower Park 107 E. Walworth Ave., Delavan *** FRIDAY: WILLIAMS BAY FARMER’S MARKET 8am - 1pm | Fridays | May 23 - August 29, 2025 Edgewater Park East Geneva Street, Williams Bay GENOA CITY FARMERS MARKET 3pm - 7pm | Fridays | May 23 - September 26, 2025 Veteran's Park 700 Fellows Road, Genoa City *** SATURDAY: SATURDAYS ON THE SQUARE 9am - 1pm | Saturdays | May 24 - August 30, 2025 Veteran's Park 100 W. Walworth Street, Downtown Elkhorn *** SUNDAY: GENEVA OUTDOOR MARKET 10am - 2pm | Sundays | May 4 - October 26, 2025 Lake Geneva House of Music N3241 County Rd H, Lake Geneva

Gordy's Boat House

336 Lake Street, Fontana-on-Geneva Lake, WI 53125

Casual restaurant and bar on the lake. Walking distance from the Abbey. Can arrive by boat, car, or foot.

Chuck's Lakeshore Inn

352 Lake Street, Fontana-on-Geneva Lake, WI 53125

Waterside spot with live music and casual American food. Walking distance from the Abbey.

Hunt Club Steakhouse

555 Hunt Club Court, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

Steakhouse sitting on a Gary Player designed golf course (which Quinn says means that it is an "important" golf course).

Oakfire

831 Wrigley Drive, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

Nice restaurant on the water with wood-fired pizza.

PIER 290

1 Liechty Drive, Williams Bay, WI 53191

Lakeside restaurant for casual American food.

Lake Geneva Ziplines & Adventures

N3232 County Trunk H, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

Ziplining, climbing tower, and high ropes course.