If you prefer a good cup of coffee, try The Coffee Shop next door. The owners of this downtown mall have taken great care to restore the historic charm of the oldest commercial buildings in La Crosse. If you like crafts, stop in at A Stitch in Time Quilt Shoppe or Crosse Stitchery. At The Gift Basket, you can choose from a selection of prepared gift baskets, or create your own. Down the street closer to 3rd and Pearl is the Violet Flame, where they specialize in the soothing waters of Frankies Fountains and many more gifts to heal the heart and soul.
Next door is The Sage Boutique with very unique imported clothing, jewelry, and handcrafted gifts.
On Main Street, opposite the Cathedral is the Fitting Knit Shop which sells doll clothes and accessories for American Girl Dolls as well as fine yarns, patterns, and needles. For the kids, and also for you, pay a visit to the new Children's Museum, the Swarthout Museum in the library, Riverside USA Museum in Riverside Park and Hixon House. During the months from December through April, the Bobcats Basketball games at the La Crosse Center are great family fun. Downtown has an excellent selection of all types of eating establishments. For a restaurant open 24 hours a day, try Country Kitchen.