Southern Door, Wisconsin This beautiful area encompasses the rolling fields and farmlands south of Sturgeon Bay. It is also the gateway to a rich Belgian heritage — historic votive chapels, red-brick farmhouses, one-room schoolhouses, and ethnic foods. Go tour! The architectural and cultural heritage of the original Belgian settlers is evident in the small towns […]

Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin This old harbor town was settled in 1835 as a logging center and is the gateway to the peninsula — Northern Door. Three historic districts, century-old lighthouses, and museums reflect its legendary maritime heritage. Go on a boat tour! Points Of Interest West Side An old-fashioned downtown. Wood buildings with tin facades […]

WASHINGTON ISLAND, WISCONSIN This wooded, rustic island is in the waters of Green Bay and Lake Michigan. Ferries transport visitors from the ‘top of the thumb’ to discover a world of parks, trails, beaches, and lush forests. It’s a great place to go biking! Friendly family shops offer Scandinavian gifts and imports, clothes, hand-made products, […]

SISTER BAY, WISCONSIN This historic village with deep Scandinavian roots bustles with activity every summer. Kids splash in the bay, families explore the shops, boats launch from the marina, and goats graze on the grass roof of a Swedish restaurant. Go see the goats! Friendly, family-owned shops offer Scandinavian imports, outdoor gear, holiday decorations, clothing, […]

JACKSONPORT, WISCONSIN This tranquil village, nestled on the shoreline of Lake Michigan, has sandy beaches, rocky shoreline cliffs, peaceful trails, quiet back roads, parks, festivals, and a great farmer’s market. Go hike, bike, swim — or just hang out! Quaint shops, in old homes and cabins, offer unique items — Amish quilts, pottery, yarn, antiques, […]

GILLS ROCK, WISCONSIN This authentic fishing village lies at the northernmost tip of the peninsula — known as the ‘top of the thumb.’ Island ferries, weathered fishing sheds , and an old fishing boat that sits on dry land reflect its historic maritime heritage. Go fishing! A fine restaurant with panoramic views, a few souvenir […]

FISH CREEK, WISCONSIN This old fishing village is reminiscent of the New England coastline with its string of century-old white clapboard buildings, horseshoe-shaped shoreline, and sailboats floating in the bay. Go explore Peninsula State Park! Wander the charming tree-lined streets to discover a variety of shops — souvenir, clothing, jewelry, Irish imports, artwork, bath products, […]

EPHRAIM, WISCONSIN This beautiful and picturesque village — dotted with pristine white clapboard buildings and picket fences — has unsurpassed views of the bay, museums, a long sandy beach, and endless ways to enjoy the water. Go splash around in the bay! Wander the tree-lined streets to find DC inspired art, pottery, clothes, jewelry, and […]

ELLISON BAY, WISCONSIN This pretty little hamlet is reminiscent of old DC. Wide, tree-lined streets without sidewalks, an old-fashioned general store, clapboard buildings, and neighborly folks who ride bikes around town add to its timeless quaintness. Go for a stroll! Imaginative potters and artisans create items inspired by the county, a friendly diner serves home-style […]

EGG HARBOR, WISCONSIN This classic DC village sits on the bay. Legend says its unusual name may be from a friendly egg battle between early fur traders as they raced to shore — or from a nest of ducks eggs found by the county’s first settler. Go swimming! Historic buildings, such as the old town […]