Explore Milwaukee’s historic mansions and landmarks on a scenic 1.4-mile walking tour. Discover architectural gems and fascinating local history.
Explore Milwaukee’s historic mansions and landmarks on a scenic 1.4-mile walking tour. Discover architectural gems and fascinating local history.
- North Point Water Tower - Join the guide at the fountain opposite the North Point Water Tower.
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North Point - This tour highlights the North Point neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI, showcasing a range of unique and historic homes built by prominent Milwaukee residents.
This is an outdoor tour conducted on public sidewalks and does NOT include…
- North Point Water Tower - Join the guide at the fountain opposite the North Point Water Tower.
- North Point - This tour highlights the North Point neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI, showcasing a range of unique and historic homes built by prominent Milwaukee residents.
This is an outdoor tour conducted on public sidewalks and does NOT include access to the interiors of these homes.
- Fredrick Bogk House by Frank Lloyd Wright - A Frank Lloyd Wright-designed house situated in the North Point neighborhood.
- North Point Lighthouse - Located in Milwaukee’s Lake Park, the North Point Lighthouse is part of a park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, renowned for creating Central Park and Prospect Park in NYC, as well as Lincoln Park in Chicago.
- Exterior of the Homes
- Audio Headsets
- Exterior of the Homes
- Audio Headsets
- Interior of the Homes
- Interior of the Homes
Perched on a bluff with a view of Milwaukee’s northern harbor, this neighborhood is home to a stunning array of early 20th-century mansions. The tree-lined streets showcase diverse architectural styles such as German Renaissance Revival, English Tudor Revival, Mediterranean Revival, and others that were popular between 1890 and 1940. These homes were…
Perched on a bluff with a view of Milwaukee’s northern harbor, this neighborhood is home to a stunning array of early 20th-century mansions. The tree-lined streets showcase diverse architectural styles such as German Renaissance Revival, English Tudor Revival, Mediterranean Revival, and others that were popular between 1890 and 1940. These homes were crafted by some of Milwaukee’s most renowned architects, including Eschweiler, Clas, Niedecken, and even Wisconsin’s own Frank Lloyd Wright. In addition to the architectural beauty, the neighborhood was once home to many notable Milwaukee residents who prospered in industries like wheat, railroads, straw hats, fur coats, and ice cream.
The tour also highlights non-residential landmarks in the neighborhood, such as a historic hospital complex, a water tower, a lighthouse, and a park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted.
This walking tour covers 1.4 miles.
It is recommended to bring (weather permitting): comfortable walking shoes, water, sunscreen, and/or an umbrella.
- This tour has a moderate to brisk pace, this tour is not recommended who can not walk or use a mobility device for the duration of the tour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
