Black Point Estate Experiences

Lake Geneva Cruises are the Only Way to Tour the Famous Estate.

Chicago beer baron Conrad Seipp built Black Point Estate in 1888 as his family’s elegant summer retreat. You too can slip away to the immaculately landscaped grounds and historical mansion to learn about 19th century life on the shores of Lake Geneva.

The Black Point Estate tours are usually about 3.5 hours in length and include a 45-minute boat cruise each way to the mansion.

Please note, we recommend these estate tours for those comfortable walking and climbing a series of approximately 100 stairs.

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Black Point Estate Tours

Get Up Close to History

Black Point Estate Tours

Journey back to the late 19th century on this unique narrated cruise and guided tour of Black Point Estate.

Adults

$53

3.5 hours

Complimentary Glass of Beer or Wine!

Black Point Estate Nooks and Crannies Tours

Explore Black Point Estate’s hidden gems, including off-limits rooms. Enjoy expert stories, architectural details, and a celebratory toast with beer or wine to Conrad Seipp.

Adults

$58

3.5 hours

Limited Spooky Halloween Cruise!

Poe at the Point – 10/16-10/18

Cruise the lake under the light of the October moon before arriving at the Black Point Estate for chilling live performances of Edgar Allan Poe’s most famous works, including "The Tell-Tale Heart" and "The Raven".

Adults

$68

3 hours

Celebrate Fathers This Weekend!

Beer Barons Cruise

On your way to Black Point Estate, cruise the shores of Lake Geneva and learn the fascinating stories of the beer barons who built their summer retreats here in the late 1800s.

Adults

$70

3.5 hours

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Special Mother's Day Cruise!

Remarkable Women of Lake Geneva Cruise

Celebrate the incredible women who shaped Lake Geneva’s history on this special cruise to Black Point Estate.

Adults

$68

3.5 hours

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For Women, by Women!

She Sips & Sails: A Ladies’ Brew Adventure

Embark on an adventure led by women for women! This exclusive historical cruise, program, and tasting highlight the evolution of the brewing industry with a unique twist, celebrating beers that are deeply rooted in the area's history.

Adults

$70

3.5 hours

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About Black Point Estate

Discover the opulence of the Gilded Age at Black Point Estate and Gardens.

This magnificent estate, considered a premier example of Victorian architecture and furnishings in the Midwest, transports visitors back in time to an era of lakeside grandeur.

Delve into Victorian high society and social rituals through immersive events, or simply relax on the veranda as guests once did.

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