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Mars Cheese Castle

No-one knows what Mars has to do with cheese or why it's in a castle. The vast selection of Wisconsin's finest and most famous dairy product prevents us from asking too many questions. In addition to an ungodly amount of cheese, the castle has imported chocolates, wine, local and imported beers, a deli, and touristy kitsch. Even if you don't buy anything, it's a nice place to stop, stretch your legs, and take a picture in front of the big sign.

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Address: 2800 W Frontage Rd
Getting there: take exit 340 off of I94, turn west onto Burlington road; turn south onto Frontage road and look for the entrance on the left
Hours: The hours are all over the place depending on the season, but it's usually 9AM - 7PM
Website: marscheese.com (opens in a new tab)

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