West Allis, near Wisconsin Dells is pleasant city of around 62,000 people which is within 2 hours commute of Wisconsin Dells. In 2006 the city celebrated its centenary, and more and more visitors are discovering this quieter alternative to its better-known neighboring towns.
West Allis, is bisected by the Kinmickimnic and Root Rivers. The city offers all the normal facilities with many schools, because of the popularity of the town with young families. The largest businesses in town include Siemens Power Corporation and Quad Graphics. Several local TV channels are also based in West Allis.
West Allis has lots of opportunities for getting out into the great outdoors. The
Wisconsin State Fair Park and Milwaukee Mile are nearby. The Wisconsin State Fair is one of the biggest annual events in West Allis, but farmer's markets are a regular event. Visiting a market gives the visitors and locals the chance to buy fresh produce and crafts from the local area.
Nearby Wisconsin Dells is the state's biggest tourist draws with many water and amusement parks, many restaurants and other attractions. Wisconsin Dells is a quiet alternative for those who want to stay within reach of the attractions but want a quieter town to base their vacation in.
West Allis is the type the classic American small town that many big city dwellers crave. With is low cirme rate this pleasant, family-orientated, town draws visitors and new visitors from other parts of the state and beyond. Check out the unassuming attractions of West Allis which has been drawing people in for more than one hundred years.