Visit Port Washington

08/16/2026

Some of the best summer memories aren't made rushing from one place to the next.

Spend your Sunday soaking up the sunshine at South Beach, enjoying Lake Michigan views, exploring Downtown shops, and making time for the people who matter most.

Whether it's a girls' day out, a mother-daughter adventure, or a relaxing afternoon by the water, Port Washington is the perfect place to slow down and enjoy one more day of the weekend. Travel Wisconsin

☀️ Relax
🛍️ Explore
🍹 Dine
🌊 Unwind

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08/15/2026

Meet the new look of Visit Port Washington! 🌊☀️

Inspired by the water, our iconic lighthouse, and the vibrant community we love, our new brand captures everything that makes arriving in our harbor so special. Whether you're viewing us from the sea or exploring our coastline, your next great getaway starts right here.

Check out our website to help you plan your getaway! We can't wait to show you what's new. 👇

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08/14/2026

The gardens in Port Washington are hitting peak perfection this time of year. Watch the pollinators hard at work in the many colorful flowerbeds of this and 🐝 🦋 🌺

08/13/2026

Did you catch the Port Washington takeover episode of What's Brewing Wisconsin? We loved having Stephanie Brown in town to tour Historic Franklin Street, learn about NOAA's Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary, see our newly restored 1935 Pierhead Light, and explore some of Port’s outdoor adventures.

⬇️ Check out the Franklin Street segment linked in the comments below. Downtown Port

08/12/2026

Big lake. Big catches. Big memories.

Fishing charters departing from Port Washington give anglers the chance to experience the thrill of reeling in salmon and trout from the deep waters of Lake Michigan. It’s the kind of adventure that keeps people coming back year after year.

Plan your charter fishing adventure at visitportwashington.com!

08/11/2026

A symbol of Port Washington's maritime heritage has been restored.

After years of planning, collaboration, and community support, the historic Breakwater Lighthouse has completed a major preservation project that addressed structural repairs, surface refinishing, and measures to protect the landmark well into the future.

Now is the perfect time to take a stroll down the breakwater and see it shining once again.

08/09/2026

What happens when coffee experts and chocolate experts come together? Something delicious. ☕🍫

Featured on John McGivern's Main Streets , Hollander Chocolate Co. is helping shape the flavors found in coffee shops across the country—all from Port Washington.

Visitors can step inside the company's unique tasting room, sample products in development, and even help influence future recipes during public taste-testing sessions. Then, head next door to Tulip Cafe, where those same premium chocolates are transformed into unforgettable mochas, drinking chocolates, lattes, and other handcrafted creations.

It's a sweet experience that's equal parts innovation, flavor, and community.

In Port Washington, life along the shores of Lake Michigan is shape...

08/08/2026

Today may have hit summer perfection here in Port Washington, WI. Beach, boats, and bands ☀️ 🛥️ ⛵️

08/08/2026

Some of the best summer moments are the quiet ones. 🎣

Sitting on the pier in Port Washington, casting a line, and simply enjoying the view of Lake Michigan and the shoreline is its own kind of perfect day.

08/07/2026