I am looking for ideas for local coffee shops or cafes (near Saint Mary’s University).

Winona loves its coffee, which can be found at an array of home-grown coffee shops [...]

Is there a facility that could accommodate a small-ish (50 people) convention for roleplaying games?

Visit Winona publishes a meeting guide to assist meeting planners. Visit Winona’s resources are readily [...]

Is there public hunting allowed on the city owned property adjacent to prairie island road throughout the marsh area around Barlett lake toward Minnesota City?

Hunting is not allowed on the city side of Prairie Island but it is on [...]

Where can I camp with an RV in/near Winona in October?

Camping in an RV in October is available at both Prairie Island Campground and Pla-Mor [...]

Do you have a link to snowmobile clubs in the Winona area?

There is a an active Winona/Lewiston snowsports snowmobile club and they have a facebook page [...]

Do you have any suggestions for a fishing guide service?

Captain Jon Borreson with Great River Guide Service is an avid bass tournament fisherman and [...]

What options are there for free group activities? I have a group of about 30 high school teens and 10 adult chaperones (40 people total) for a day trip.

Winona has many interesting options for larger groups and the following list will provide groups [...]

What are guidelines for having outdoor celebrations or events at a city park?

The City of Winona has many lodges, shelters, gazebos, fields, historic places, and fields for [...]

My family is thinking about moving to Winona. We love the outdoors. Can you tell us about living in the area and what areas are good to live in?

Winona is a wonderful place to live, especially if raising a family. It has a [...]

I’ve never been to Winona before. I made two hotel reservations for the same night. Which one is better/which one should I stay at/which one do you prefer?

From campgrounds to chain hotels, we have plenty of lodging options for you to choose [...]

What are some things to do with younger children?

Winona has lots of outdoor parks and playgrounds for children! City of Winona has park [...]

Where can I go ice skating?

Winona’s Parks and Recreation department has done a fantastic job of making ice rinks accessible [...]

Where is the best place to view Fall Colors in Winona?

Winona is surrounded by bluffs that turn many beautiful colors in the Fall. We have [...]

Is there a restaurant that serves Polish food?

The Polish Museum hosts an annual celebration of the apple season with live music, ethnic [...]

Is there a hotel on the Mississippi River?

There are many lodging properties in Winona with an array of lodging for every traveler’s [...]

Where is a good long (like 10 miles) flat paved bike trail in Winona?

Because Winona is located in a valley, most of the biking is flat and includes [...]

We would like to be able to sit down at a restaurant, not fast food or a Walmart, and possibly have a variety of menu options with some adult beverages.

Winona has several restaurants to eat at ranging from home-cooked goodness to white-linen sophistication. Here [...]

When can I see fireworks in Winona?

Winona’s fireworks take place during Steamboat Days in June. Steamboat Days, Winona’s annual summer festival, runs the [...]

Where can I rent a canoe or kayak in Winona?

Watercrafts are plentiful in Winona and here’s some places you can rent them: Lake Lodge: [...]

How long do the swans, blue herons, eagles stick around in the spring?

Birds are fairly weather dependent and will take advantage of weather patterns when migrating. However, [...]

Where is the trail to Sugar Loaf?

Reaching nearly 85 feet into the sky, Sugar Loaf is a storied symbol of Winona [...]

Where are the nearest airports?

The closest airport to Winona is in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, 30 miles from Winona. The Lacrosse Regional Airport [...]

Is there Amtrak service to Winona?

There is an Amtrak Train depot in Winona and it is located at 65 E. [...]

Does Winona have an airport?

The Winona Municipal Airport is located at 106 Galewski Drive. The City of Winona owns [...]