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Three Day – Two Night Tour
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Day One:
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10:00AM
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There is no better place to start your journey than the Door County Maritime Museum in Sturgeon Bay. The museum offers docent-guided tours of exhibits that span the nautical history of Door County, from early American Indian canoes to post-World War II bulk carriers. And if there’s time, head across the bridge and enjoy the Door County Historical Museum, named the best small museum in the Midwest by the Chicago Tribune. Times vary. www.dcmm.org
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11:00AM
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Next, hop aboard the old Chicago Fire Boat, the Fred A. Busse, and take a cruise through the harbor. This fireboat was constructed in Sturgeon Bay after World War II and served the Chicago Fire Department for many years. It now houses a small museum dedicated to Chicago’s firefighting efforts. www.doorcountyfireboatcruises.com
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12:30PM
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Make your way north on Hwy 42 to eat lunch at Shipwrecked Restaurant, Brewery and Inn, in Egg Harbor. This historic location was one of Al Capone’s favorite hangouts back in the roaring ‘20s. Tunnels still remain underneath the building that lead all over Egg Harbor. Capone used these secret pathways for his quick escapes! Call for reservations. www.shipwreckedmicrobrew.com
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1:30PM
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After lunch, continue north on Hwy 42 to Eagle Bluff Lighthouse in Peninsula State Park, in Fish Creek. Built in 1868 and automated in 1926, the lighthouse played a crucial role in guiding ships through the narrow, treacherous east channel leading to the city of Green Bay. www.dcmm.org
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2:00PM
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Next, visit one of America’s oldest traditions at Lautenbauch’s Orchard Country Winery and Market in Fish Creek. This 100-acre farm features pick-your-own cherry and apple trees, a vineyard and winery open for tours and wine tasting. There is also a market and wine shop, picnicking and play areas. www.orchardcountry.com
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3:00PM
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See how things were done more than 100 years ago at the Corner of the Past and Anderson House Museums in Sister Bay. This historic site features late-1800’s furnishings as well as historical photographs and artifacts depicting Sister Bay’s rich history. These buildings include a large barn, granary, machine shop, two log cabins and a migrant worker's cabin, summer kitchen, sawmill and blacksmith’s barn—and they are all open for visitation and your enjoyment. www.sisterbayhistory.org
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4:00PM
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Check into your hotel for some R & R. Sales representatives listed below are available for assistance with hotel leads.
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6:15PM
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Experience a classic American dinner at the Sister Bay Bowl Supper Club in Sister Bay. After dinner, bowl a game on the vintage six-lane bowling alley. www.sisterbaybowl.com
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Day Two:
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9:30AM
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Board the Washington Island Ferry for a scenic, half-hour trip through Death’s Door straits en route to Washington Island. www.wisferry.com
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10:30AM
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Arrive on Washington Island and hop aboard the Cherry Train. Learn about the history, folklore and legends of island life with your expert tour guide. www.cherrytrain.com
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12:00PM
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Eat a “lawyer” for lunch (a locally caught fish, prepared just right) at KK Fiske Restaurant. www.washingtonisland.com/loyencollection
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2:00PM
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Return to the Washington Island Ferry and soak up the scenery on the way back to the mainland.
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2:30PM
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Enjoy an afternoon of R & R and/or shopping.
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5:30PM
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Indulge in a wonderful dinner at one of Door County’s finest waterfront restaurants: Florian II Lakeshore Rib & Steakhouse of Baileys Harbor. The restaurant specializes in steaks, fowl and seafood, as well as slow cooked ribs—an all American favorite! Phone: 920-839-2361
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7:00PM
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For the evening’s entertainment, take in a show at Peninsula Players Theatre in Fish Creek, America’s oldest professional resident summer theater. Arrive an hour before the show to see the sun setting over the waters of Green Bay, or take stroll on the cedar-lined shore and enjoy the colorful gardens. www.peninsulaplayers.com
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Day Three:
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8:00AM
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Enjoy breakfast at Pelletier’s in Fish Creek, where you’ll find homemade meals just the way you like them. Phone: 920-868-3313
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9:00AM
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On your way out of town, make one last stop at the Wisconsin Motorcycle Memorial on Mathey Road, north of Sturgeon Bay. This memorial is dedicated to a truly genuine American pastime.
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