Historic Downtown Racine Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Wind Point Lighthouse
This historical landmark and fully functioning lighthouse offers a great spot for a summer picnic with views over Lake Michigan.
Racine Zoological Gardens
This compact animal park features a host of exotic species big and small, and a range of kid-friendly amusements and educational resources.
Wingspread
You can find out about the history of Wind Point when you stop by Wingspread. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its bars.
Reef Point Marina
Explore the waterfront in Historic Downtown Racine with a trip to Reef Point Marina. Stroll along this family-friendly area's lakeside or simply enjoy its bars.
Racine Masonic Center
Find out about the history of Racine when you take a trip to Racine Masonic Center. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its bars.
Living Light Community Center
Living Light Community Center is just one of the places to see in Racine, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its bars.
Top hotels in Historic Downtown Racine
Hotel Verdant
"Cool hotel facing the lake in central Racine. A decent value considering price, hotel quality, and things to do nearby Best: the size of the room was impressive, a sauna on site was nice (a little small though), and good location in town to stroll Could be better: things to do like board games & ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Racine Harbourwalk
"Great hotel and kind compassionate staff. We were there for my husband's funeral in Racine. They were so wonderful and accommodating to us all."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Milwaukee Airport by IHG
"It is always a good experience in chrome Plaza. I’ve been coming to this place for a long time and it’s nice to see familiar faces when you get there."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Clarion Pointe Milwaukee Airport
"The place is very clean and nice… I didn’t like the tv… you had to stream or login only.. no options for just local channels and that was really the only draw back. Conveniently located by lots of restaurants"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Best Western Executive Inn Kenosha/Pleasant Prairie
"Perfect for our stay of less than 12 hours. Great breakfast! At check-in, they offered us a carpeted room or a non-carpeted room. It was nice to have the choice. Clean, basic accommodations."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Pleasant Prairie Kenosha
"Very nice (affordable) hotel to stay at while needing a break on a road trip"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
