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Dodgeville
Spend a half‑day in Dodgeville to see the historic courthouse, mining‑camp cabin and museum; stay one night if you want a relaxed evening.
Dodgeville is a small Wisconsin city with a compact historic core. Its main attractions – Iowa County Courthouse, Dodge Mining Camp Cabin, Floyd School and the Historical Society Museum – are within a 10‑minute walk, so a half‑day covers the sights. One night lets you enjoy a local BBQ dinner and a comfortable stay.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–Oct
- avoid Nov–Apr (cold, limited daylight)
- Airport
- MSN
- Nights
- 1
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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
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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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
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Dodgeville911 ▾
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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 Dodgeville, 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
- SafetyDodgeville is a low‑crime small town; usual precautions apply, especially after dark in isolated parking areas.
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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
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- AirportMSN Dane County Regional Airport (about 55 km (34 mi) north, 1 h drive).MSN Dane County Regional Airport (about 34 mi (55 km) north, 1 h drive).
- Getting aroundThe historic district is walkable; most sites are on foot.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–3
- Street or quick mealSandwich at Cook's Room Cafe$5–8
- Budget bedBest Western Quiet House & Suites, a night, per roomUS$100
- Mid-range bedBest Western Quiet House & Suites, a night, per roomUS$150
- High-end bedBest Western Quiet House & Suites, a night, per roomUS$250
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$50 · Mid US$90 · High US$130
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
- MSN Dane County Regional Airport (about 55 km (34 mi) north, 1 h drive)MSN Dane County Regional Airport (about 34 mi (55 km) north, 1 h drive)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Feb
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0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Mar
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Apr
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
May
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Oct
Best
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Dec
Avoid
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Apr. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)), coolest Jan (−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C) low), wettest Jun (10 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Dodgeville: next 7 days
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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 (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C)
5 rd
Feb
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−11°C (12°F)12°F (−11°C)
5 rd
Mar
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
7 rd
Apr
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
8 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
9 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
10 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9 rd
Sep
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
7 rd
Nov
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
6 rd
Dec
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
5 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
The historic district is walkable; most sites are on foot. Parking is available near the courthouse and museum. No public transit within town.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Prairie du Chien
goDoor to door: ≈45 min round trip
US‑18 east ~30 km (19 mi), about 30 min driveUS‑18 east ~19 mi (30 km), about 30 min drive
Historic river town with museums.
Madison
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h round trip
US‑151 north ~55 km (34 mi), about 1 h driveUS‑151 north ~34 mi (55 km), about 1 h drive
Longer drive; better as an overnight base.
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.
Best Western Quiet House & Suites
Indoor/outdoor pool, free breakfast, pet‑friendly
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
- $50–70 excl. bed
- Mid
- $70–120 excl. bed
- High
- $120+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Best Western Quiet House & Suites1 × 1 night × US$150 | US$150 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$90 | US$180 |
| Parking near museum (free)2 × US$0 | US$0 |
| Museum entry (donation)2 × US$5 · Check donation suggestion. | US$10 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$34 |
| Trip total≈ US$187 per person per day, bed included | US$374 |
Check current rates.
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–3 |
| Barbecue plate at Bob's Bitchin' BBQ | $10–15 |
| Sandwich at Cook's Room Cafe | $5–8 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Winter months can bring snow and limited opening hours for the museum (check seasonal schedule).
- Some historic sites are open by appointment only; call ahead.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Fire / Ambulance
- 911
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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 Dodgeville. 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: May–Oct · avoid Nov–Apr (cold, limited daylight) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area 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
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- officialWikidata – Dodgeville
- secondaryIowa County Historical Society – Dodge Mining Camp Cabin
- secondaryIowa County Historical Society – Floyd School
- secondaryIowa County Historical Society – Museum
- secondaryBest Western Quiet House & Suites
- secondaryBob's Bitchin' BBQ
- secondaryCook's Room Cafe
- secondaryWikivoyage: Dodgeville, revision 4763770 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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