North Point Mansions Walking Tour

About This Experience

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.

Experience Details

Map & Location

Use this map as a planning guide. Final meeting point and route details are confirmed by the travel partner.