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Door County Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

easternmost county in Wisconsin, United States; a peninsula and nearby islands in Lake Michigan and Green Bay

About Door County

Considered theCape Codof the Midwest, Door County sits on a peninsula on Lake Michigan and is a very popular destination for vacations. The peninsula offers a unique mix of leisure, recreation, and natural beauty. The culture has a rich history of the arts, with more than 80 cultural establishments within the county, including galleries, museums, and theatres. Many offer courses to enjoy while vacationing there. For the nature lovers, Door County offers five state parks, over 300 miles of shoreline, and more than a dozen conservation areas. The ten lighthouses on the peninsula are popular attractions to history and nautical buffs.

Top Attractions in Door County

Explore the best things to see and do in Door County:

  • Cana Island Lighthouse
  • Door County Maritime Museum
  • Edgewood Orchard Galleries
  • Peninsula Players Theatre
  • Peninsula State Park
  • Stiletto Sailing

Where to Eat in Door County

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Al Johnson's Restaurant
  • 🍴Door County Confectionery
  • 🍴Shipwrecked Brewpub
  • 🍴Wilson's Diner

Where to Stay in Door County

  • 🏨Alpine Resort
  • 🏨Beachfront Inn at Bailey's Harbor
  • 🏨Chanticleer Guest House
  • 🏨High Point Inn
  • 🏨Little Sweden
  • 🏨Nordic Lodge

Door County Travel Guide Sections

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