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Delafield
Spend a half‑day to a full day for lakes, trails and downtown shops; longer only if you want a relaxed weekend.
Delafield, Wisconsin sits in Waukesha County’s Lake Country between Milwaukee and Madison. It offers easy access to fishing, boating, hiking, a historic downtown, and a few boutique hotels. Most visitors enjoy a quick stop of 4–6 hours; a weekend works for a slower pace and extra dining.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Aug
- avoid Dec–Feb (snow, limited trail access)
- Airport
- MKE
- Nights
- 1–2
Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Delafield, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyDelafield is a low‑crime small town; typical US safety precautions apply.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / fire / ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMKE Milwaukee International Airport (about 30 min drive via I‑94).
- Getting aroundCar is easiest; I‑94 provides exits at Hwy C (downtown) and Hwy 83 (shopping).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)$2–$4
- BeerBeer (draft, bar)$4–$6
- Budget bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per roomUS$150
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per roomUS$200
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel, a night, per roomUS$260
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$70 · Mid US$120 · High US$180
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MKE Milwaukee International Airport (about 30 min drive via I‑94)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Feb
Avoid
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Mar
not flagged
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Apr
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
May
not flagged
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
not flagged
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Oct
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Nov
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Dec
Avoid
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Best: Jun–Aug. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C) low), wettest May (9 rain days), driest Jan (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Delafield: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−9°C (16°F)16°F (−9°C)
6 rd
Feb
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
6 rd
Mar
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
7 rd
Apr
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
8 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
9 rd
Jun
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9 rd
Sep
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
Oct
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
7 rd
Nov
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
7 rd
Dec
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−6°C (21°F)21°F (−6°C)
6 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is easiest; I‑94 provides exits at Hwy C (downtown) and Hwy 83 (shopping). Local streets are well‑marked; bike‑friendly on the state trails.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Milwaukee
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
I‑94 east, about 30 min drive
Lakefront museums, breweries.
Madison
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
I‑94 west, about 30 min drive
State Capitol, lakes.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
The Delafield Hotel
Boutique, central, good for couples; 5‑min walk to downtown.
Holiday Inn Express
Free breakfast, near Golf Rd; 10‑min drive to downtown.
Country Pride Inn
Budget‑friendly, close to Hwy 83.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $70–$100 excl. bed
- Mid
- $100–$150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel1 × 1 night × US$200 | US$200 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| Car rental (compact, 1 day)2 × US$55 · check | US$110 |
| eSIM data (7 days)2 × US$25 · check | US$50 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$60 |
| Trip total≈ US$330 per person per day, bed included | US$660 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights, car rental and major attractions excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café) | $2–$4 |
| Slice of pizza | $3–$6 |
| Beer (draft, bar) | $4–$6 |
| Bike‑trail rental (hour) | $5–$10 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Winter snow can close trail sections; check conditions before heading out.
- Traffic on I‑94 can be heavy during rush hour; allow extra travel time.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Fire / Ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- I‑94 to downtown Delafield (car): ≈30 min, $0 (self‑drive) – check parking
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Delafield. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Aug · avoid Dec–Feb (snow, limited trail access) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a bike‑rental day for the Glacial Drumlin Trail.
- Include a sunset theatre event at the historic inn.
Sources
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