1860 Light Station and Museum Tours

A standout feature of the landscape, 1860 Light Station and Museum has been a shining light for many travel-weary sailors. Find out its role in saving lives throughout its time.

Situated in Port Washington, this longstanding beacon is well worth a look. But you'll find lots more to explore in the area. The Chocolate Chisel, and Possibility Playground are within close reach of 1860 Light Station and Museum.

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Marriott Milwaukee Downtown

Marriott Milwaukee Downtown

4 out of 5
Downtown Milwaukee
Price was $777, price is now $615 per person
$615
per person
Jan 1 - Jan 5
found 13 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Juan (SJU) to Milwaukee (MKE)
18/10 Exceptional! (697 reviews)
The bar was great. The food was awful.

Reviewed on Aug 23, 2025

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

4 out of 5
Downtown Milwaukee
Price was $845, price is now $617 per person
$617
per person
Jan 1 - Jan 5
found 13 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Juan (SJU) to Milwaukee (MKE)
19.6/10 Exceptional! (2,425 reviews)
Excellent hotel, very clean, pleasant staff

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino

4.5 out of 5
Menomonee River Valley
Price was $1,066, price is now $809 per person
$809
per person
Jan 1 - Jan 5
found 13 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Juan (SJU) to Milwaukee (MKE)
18/10 Exceptional! (1,357 reviews)
The hotel was beautiful, the room was super clean and the staff were super nice! Very good experience!

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025

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Nicky Boy Charters

Enjoy an outing to Nicky Boy Charters during your stay in Port Washington. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's festivals.

Nicky Boy Charters

Port Washington Ghost Walk

Enjoy an outing to Port Washington Ghost Walk during your stay in Port Washington. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's festivals.

Port Washington Ghost Walk

Possibility Playground

Enjoy an outing to Possibility Playground during your stay in Port Washington. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's festivals.

Possibility Playground

The Chocolate Chisel

Enjoy an outing to The Chocolate Chisel during your stay in Port Washington. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the area's festivals.

The Chocolate Chisel

Aurora Medical Center Grafton

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Aurora Medical Center Grafton

St. Lukes Hospital

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St. Lukes Hospital

Best Lodging Options Near 1860 Light Station and Museum

The Harborview on Lake Michigan, Ascend Hotel Collection

The Harborview on Lake Michigan, Ascend Hotel Collection

3 out of 5
135 E Grand Ave Port Washington WI
The Harborview on Lake Michigan, Ascend Hotel Collection
Chalet Motel Mequon

Chalet Motel Mequon

2.5 out of 5
10401 North Port Washington Rd Mequon WI
Chalet Motel Mequon
Baymont by Wyndham Mequon Milwaukee Area

Baymont by Wyndham Mequon Milwaukee Area

2.5 out of 5
10330 N Port Washington Road Mequon WI
Baymont by Wyndham Mequon Milwaukee Area
Sybaris Pool Suites Mequon

Sybaris Pool Suites Mequon

2.5 out of 5
10240 Cedarburg Rd, Hwy. 57 Mequon WI
Sybaris Pool Suites Mequon
Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North Shore

Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North Shore

3 out of 5
8900 N Kildeer Ct Milwaukee WI
Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North Shore
Candlewood Suites Milwaukee Brown Deer by IHG

Candlewood Suites Milwaukee Brown Deer by IHG

2.5 out of 5
4483 W Schroeder Dr Milwaukee WI
Candlewood Suites Milwaukee Brown Deer by IHG
Courtyard by Marriott Milwaukee Brown Deer

Courtyard by Marriott Milwaukee Brown Deer

3 out of 5
5200 W Brown Deer Rd Milwaukee WI
Courtyard by Marriott Milwaukee Brown Deer
Motel 6 Milwaukee, WI - Glendale

Motel 6 Milwaukee, WI - Glendale

2 out of 5
5485 N Port Washington Rd Milwaukee WI
Motel 6 Milwaukee, WI - Glendale
The Pfister Hotel

The Pfister Hotel

4.5 out of 5
424 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
The Pfister Hotel
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