Top Wisconsin Half-day Tours

Kick off your morning with a guided e-bike tour around Milwaukee. Covering about 15 miles, you’ll ride through historic neighborhoods and scenic parks, with stops including the North Point Lighthouse and Villa Terrace Museum and Gardens. Capped at eight for a personalized experience, this tour is a fun, active way to pack in plenty of sightseeing. Hear facts and insights from your guide along the way.

The Midwestern city of Milwaukee is known for its beer and cheese and this walking food tour gives you a taste of the best. Join a small group and enjoy a walk through "Brew City" to sample a number of beers and regional snacks. Learn about the 19th-century Germanic population that immigrated to the area and its influence on today's local cuisine.

Half the history talk calories of the Old Milwaukee Tour but with all the full bodied flavor! Ride 15 miles on a pedal assist e-bike through the best of Milwaukee. Enjoy a frozen custard at the beach, a local speciality. See incredible variety! Ride through historic working class neighborhoods and past ornate mansions that were built when Milwaukee was the machine shop of the world. Admire hidden alley street art. Gaze up at massive frescos inside our finest cathedral. Cruise along lakeshore parks and past downtown architectural gems. Wrap it all up with a visit to a beer garden, a city tradition since 1848, and you'll have a real taste of Milwaukee.

Door County’s northern peninsula is a blend of small coastal villages, quirky oddities, and natural beauty. This self-guided driving tour takes you through the county’s most scenic landscapes, from Bailey’s Harbor on Lake Michigan to Fish Creek on Green Bay, while you listen to fascinating stories along the way. The tour starts at Anclam Town Park in Bailey’s Harbor. I’ll show you the area where Door County’s settlement began, when Captain Justice Bailey sought shelter from a storm in 1848. As you drive along the peninsula, you’ll travel through historic fishing villages, and visit scenic overlooks perched high above the water. Once you’ve completed a loop of the northern thumb, including stops at Sister Bay, Ellison Bay, and Fish Creek, the tour ends at Wood Orchard Market near Egg Harbor. Along the way, you’ll discover the perfect mix of natural beauty and local culture, and hear some of the stories behind this “Cape Cod of the Midwest.“

Milwaukee is called many names; Brew City, City of Festivals, and Cream City, but it is most recognized as the place for great beer and cheese in the Upper Midwest. The large 19th century Germanic population continue to influence our local food products and dishes while some of the best restaurants from the historic Third Ward to East Town Downtown. When booking our winter exclusive Skywalk Food Tour you'll get to experience and enjoy all the best we have to offer from a warm second-story perspective. You'll get to experience and enjoy all the best we have when you book our Secret Food Tour: Milwaukee. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!

Discover the natural and maritime heritage of southern Door County on this self-guided driving tour. Journey through Carlsville and follow the Sturgeon Bay Canal, where you'll learn how this engineering marvel reshaped the region’s shipping industry. Pass the bustling shipyards of Sturgeon Bay and spot the Coast Guard station that still protects these waters. Along the way, hear about Native American settlements, Scandinavian influences, and Door County’s cherry orchards. Take in stunning views at Whitefish Dunes, Cave Point, and historic lighthouses. There are plenty of opportunities to stop your car and explore on foot, uncovering the rich stories behind the scenic spots. By the end of this journey, you’ll have a deeper appreciation for the beauty, history, and resilience of Door County. Whether you're here for a day trip or a weekend getaway, you’ll leave with a newfound understanding of this remarkable place, and with plenty of ideas for what to explore next.

Explore the culinary delights of Downtown Kenosha on a 3-hour walking food tour. Sample iconic street tacos and the renowned pizza that Kenosha is famous for. Enjoy a unique discussion about Chicagoland's popcorn connection, followed by a refreshing stop at a local brewery. Throughout the journey, delve into the rich food history of Kenosha and the impact of immigration on its vibrant culinary scene. - 3-hour walking tour with 5 delicious food stops - Taste street tacos and Kenosha's famous pizza - Learn about Kenosha's food history and immigration influences - During the tour we will walk by murals and various historic architecture - End the evening with ice cream

Learn about Milwaukee’s thriving brewpub scene and taste up to 12 different beers on this guided brewery tour with a snack. See how beer is made and chat with brewery owners about their operations. Visit some of MKE’s most popular breweries, including Pilot Project, Perspective Brewing, and Dead Bird, to name a few. Round-trip transportation by bus in downtown Milwaukee is included. Please try to book your tour at least 72 hours in advance of the tour to confirm availability. Tours book up quickly, and tours booked inside this window may not have room.

Brew City Kayak's Cheese Curd Tour is about 4 hours long from 11:15 am to 3:15 pm. We launch from 820 South Water St, in the Walker's Point neighborhood. Each participant can expect a life jacket, paddle, paddle instruction, and cheese curds included in the tour price! Your guide will take you to 2-3 stops along the river system, showcasing Milwaukee, our history, and our cheese. (While cheese is included, other food and beverage items are not included in the tour cost.) **Tour stops may vary depending on timing and group interest.

The Equine Forest Experience is unique because guests get to interact up close and personal with a herd of horses and donkeys living at liberty, moving naturally in their own space. Unlike a typical horse ride or farm visit, participants are immersed in the herd, observing and connecting with the animals’ authentic behaviors. The day continues with a guided forest hike and ends at a cozy campfire, creating a complete nature- and animal-based experience that is grounding, restorative, and unlike any ordinary outdoor activity.