North Point Mansions Walking Tour

2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Set on a bluff, overlooking the northern point of Milwaukee’s harbor, this neighborhood boasts an incredible collection of mansions from the early twentieth century. The tree-lined blocks feature a variety of styles including German Renaissance Revival, English Tudor Revival, Mediterranean Revival and others popular from 1890-1940. The houses were designed by some of the most notable Milwaukee architects including Eschweiler, Clas, Niedecken and even Wisconsin’s own Frank Lloyd Wright. Beyond the architectural details, the neighborhood’s past residents include many prominent Milwaukeeans who made money in wheat, railroads, straw hats, fur coats, ice cream and more.

The tour also includes non-residential neighborhood landmarks like a historic hospital complex, water tower and lighthouse, as well as a Frederick Law Olmsted designed park.

This walking tour is 1.4 miles in length.

We recommend bringing (weather permitting): good walking shoes, water, sunscreen, and/or umbrella.

What's Included

Exterior of the Homes
Audio Headsets
Interior of the Homes

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the fountain across from the North Point Water Tower.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    North Point Water Tower

    Meet your guide at the fountain across from the North Point Water Tower.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    This tour features the North Point neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI. This neighborhood features a variety of eclectic or period homes built by notable Milwaukeeans. This tour is an outdoor tour on public sidewalks. It does NOT include entry into these homes

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Frank Lloyd Wright House located in the North Point neighborhood

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The North Point Lighthouse is located within Milwaukee's Lake Park. This park was designed by Frederick Law Olmstead. Olmsted was famous for Central Park and Prospect Park in NYC and Lincoln Park in Chicago

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Historic Milwaukee
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Tags

Private and Luxury
Audio Guides
Architecture Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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