Racine County attractions
About 30 miles from Milwaukee and 60 miles from Chicago, Racine is a short drive to many attractions. However, visitors don't have to travel outside town to attend cultural events and to get close to nature. Racine offers many that are fun and educational for both children and adults.
Situated on the north shore of Lake Michigan, Racine, Wisconsin's, North Beach was rated the 10th best beach for families in the country in 2011 by Parents Magazine.
There is no shortage of Things to do in Racine County. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or a culture buff, a shopper or lover of architecture, Racine County has something for you.
OUTDOORS. For outdoor enthusiasts, numerous parks and trails are along the Root River. The Root, which winds through the City of Racine, is a popular for fishing, hiking, canoeing and kayaking. Lake Michigan, one of the nation's top sports fisheries, has recreational boating and charter fishing opportunities.
There are also excellent FISHING OPPORTUNITIES at Horlick Dam, Island Park and Lincoln Park. Canoeing and kayaking are popular on the Root and the 14-mile Fox River Water Trail in western Racine County.
NORTH BEACH, with 50-acres of beautiful sand, is a haven to visitors enjoying the Beachside Oasis, Kids Cove playground and live entertainment from May until September.
North Beach, a Certified Blue Wave clean beach, is one of USA TODAY "51 Great American Beaches."
ARCHITECTURE. If architecture is your passion, you'll want to seek out the world-renowned Frank Lloyd Wright architecture of SC Johnson. Located at the company's Racine headquarters campus, the Johnson Administration Building is the largest Wright-designed commercial project.
The adjacent Research Tower is where many trusted Johnson products were developed in the 1950s and '60s. Public tours are available by appointment for this building, the nearby Golden Rondelle Theatre (constructed as the SC Johnson pavilion for the 1964-65 New York World's Fair) and Fortaleza Hall, which houses "SC Johnson Gallery: Frank Lloyd Wright At Home" and a Frank Lloyd Wright library. Tours are also available for Wingspread, Wright's largest and last Prairie-style home. The 4,000-square-foot home, designed for a Johnson family member, is now operated as a conference center by the Johnson Foundation at Wingspread.
DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT: No visit to Racine is complete without a visit to a local bakery for Kringle, the oval-shaped Danish pastry produced predominately in Racine County. This delicious treat is the official Wisconsin State Pastry.
Racine area restaurants offer a delicious variety of options ranging from traditional to eclectic. The melting pot includes Greek, Italian, Chinese, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mexican and BBQ.
Foodies and shoppers can choose from seasonal farmer's markets to one-of-a-kind boutiques to national chain retailers. For those seeking nightlife, Racine County has clubs, pubs and plenty of live entertainment.
CULTURE AND FAMILY ATTRACTIONS: The stunning Racine Art Museum houses the country's largest contemporary crafts collection displayed in ever-changing exhibits.
Artists are inspired by the majestic Wind Point Lighthouse.
The charming lakefront setting of the Racine Zoo is an experience itself.
Other Racine County attractions include the Racine Heritage Museum and the Racine Theatre Guild.
There are plenty of attractions to catch your eye and keep you on the move in Downtown Racine. Visit our three museums – The Racine Art Museum, The Racine Heritage Museum and the Firehouse Museum. Take in our spectacular Lake Michigan views and experience the many ways it’s cooler near the lake.
ATTRACTIONS
Fortaleza Hall, SC Johnson
1525 Howe Street
At Home with Frank Lloyd Wright, SC Johnson
1525 Howe Street
First Presbyterian Church
716 College Ave
Golden Rondelle Theatre, SC Johnson
1525 Howe Street
Nest Play Space
505 6th Street
Seven Keys to Escape
606 College Ave
Splash Pad/Laurel Salton Clark Memorial Fountain
Sam Johnson Parkway
North Beach - Kid's Cove Playgound
100 Kewaunee Street
Racine Zoological Gardens
2131 N. Main Street
SC Johnson Research Tower & Administration Building
1525 Howe Street
The Johnson Foundation at Wingspread
33 E. 4 Mile Road
Williamsburg Garden-Racine Garden Club
700 Sixth Street
OUTDOORS & RECREATION
3rd Coast Bicycles
401 6th Street
Gaslight Pointe Marina
217 Gaslight Circle
Pugh Marina
1001 Michigan Blvd
Racine Riverside Marine
950 Erie Street
Reef Point Marina
2 Christopher Columbus Cswy
Root River Environmental Education (REC) Center
1301 W. 6th Street
West Shore Marine
811 Ontario Street
MUSEUMS
Firehouse 3 Museum
700 Sixth Street
Racine Art Museum
441 Main Street
Racine Heritage Museum
701 S. Main Street
SERVICES
Racine Public Library
75 7th Street
United States Post Office
603 Main Street
Racine Public Library
75 7th StRacine Public Library
75 7th StGood place to relax while reading good book.
Racine North Beach
100 Kewaunee StWonderful place to sunbathe and swim in the summer.
Racine Zoo
2131 N Main StExcellent place to bring your kids.
SC Johnson Golden Rondelle
1525 Howe StInteresting historical place.
Racine Art Museum
441 Main StInteresting place to visit.
4301 Douglas Ave
4301 Douglas AvenueBarbeque restaurant
BBQ ribs are the specialty of this chill, old-school bar & grill also serving burgers & steaks.
Comfort food · Cozy · Casual
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Oh Dennis! Saloon & Charcoal House
4301 Douglas AveBarbeque restaurant
BBQ ribs are the specialty of this chill, old-school bar & grill also serving burgers & steaks.
Comfort food · Cozy · Casual
Place seats 28 people but worth the wait. Good food and service. Small seating area.
Pico's Tacos and Cerveza
550 3 Mile RdPlace seats 28 people but worth the wait. Good food and service. Small seating area.