Hook Lighthouse in Wexford, Ireland, is a delightful lighthouse built 800 years ago, and this amazing medieval tower that is a popular tourist attraction, will take visitors on fascinating journeys through the ages, as they listen to fascinating and interesting stories of light keepers who kept beacons alight for the safety of sailors. Our lighthouse offers informative guided tours throughout the year, conducted by friendly, knowledgeable tour guides, and as visitors climb the 115 worn steps, they will meet life-size figures of monks from the 5th century, and finally reach the balcony where spectacular vistas await them. Finally, when back on the ground floor, visitors to Hook Lighthouse can pop into the gift shop before heading to the onsite cafe for welcome refreshments.READ MORE

The Eagle Bluff Lighthouse Museum in Fish Creek, Door County, Wisconsin offers a long tradition and history going back with the lamp of lighthouse offering solace to many sailors suffering through a storm's gale on a dark night as they say. The historical society that has restored the lighthouse in tribute to the keepers who kept the lamp burning all those years ago, now offers guided tours with knowledgeable guides who share stories of the keepers from all those years ago, and there are original furnishings and authentic period antiques to view. The Eagle Bluff Lighthouse Museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the past with the maritime and navigational history a testament to the dedication of the keepers that provided safe passage back in the day.READ MORE

The Crooked River Lighthouse and the Carrabelle Lighthouse Association in Carrabelle, Florida, USA have a long history going back where for almost 118 years the lighthouse guided timber ships, oystermen and local fishermen through the treacherous pass between Dog and St. George Islands. The Carrabelle Lighthouse Association was formed when, despite it's inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places, the Crooked River Lighthouse was decommissioned, and they are dedicated to preserving, restoring and keeping the lighthouse open to the public. Come for a slice of fascinating maritime history, there's a Keeper's House Museum and gift shop, and for a small fee you can climb the lighthouse Wednesday through Sunday, plus they host many events here.READ MORE

Highland Light in North Truro, Massachusetts, USA is Cape Cod's first lighthouse owned by the National Park Service as part of Cape Cod National Seashore, and after a 69 step climb up a narrow staircase, you get to see the most spectacular views of Cape Cod and beyond. There's a Keeper's Shop and daily tours, and the fascinating Highland House Museum is adjacent the lighthouse. Highland Light welcomes school groups and tour groups, and they host regular not to be missed events here, come for a memorable visit and learn the history, climb the steps and see the views.READ MORE

Piedras Blancas Light Station in Cambria, California, is a historical lighthouse that was built in 1874 to a height of 100 feet, and after structural damage resulting from earthquakes, 3 levels were removed and today stands at a height of 70 feet. Access to this unique lighthouse is only through guided tours on specific days, and these tours give visitors an interesting insight into the vital role that a lighthouse served in maritime navigation. Volunteer guides at Piedras Blancas Light Station are knowledgeable and friendly, and with binoculars conveniently placed in the lighthouse visitors are able to see seals, pelicans, whales, dolphins frolicking in the surrounding waters.READ MORE

Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse in South Portland, Maine, offers unique and exciting opportunities of exploring the interior of an active, working lighthouse accompanied by a tour guide who will entertain you with interesting and funny stories. The maintenance and upkeep of this lighthouse is funded by public donations, grants, ticket sales and fundraising events. The Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse was originally built to warn mariners of a dangerous ledge that was the cause of many a shipwreck and groundings. A visit to The Spring Point Ledge Lighthouse is a fun and interesting excursion, and offers something of interest to each and every visitor. READ MORE

The Janet Head Lighthouse in Gore Bay on Manitoulin Island, Ontario is a stunning attraction owned by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans and is leased to the Municipality of Gordon Barrie Island. This is a functioning lighthouse with an occulting, solar-powered LED light that flashes on for three seconds at a time, and runs 24 hours every day of the week. The Janet Head Lighthouse was built all the way back in 1879, and was originally lit with a kerosene lamp, and magnified with a thick circular glass for magnification, and the then lighthouse keeper was required to light it at nightfall and extinguish it every morning, and interestingly on sunny days would draw a heavy curtain round the room to prevent light reflecting off the glass and starting fires in the nearby woods, in foggy weather he would sound a fog horn at intervals. Come visit and take a step back in time through the fascinating history of this lighthouse, admission is free.READ MORE

The Rogers Street Fishing Village in Two Rivers, Wisconsin is a fascinating place to visit with the Great Lakes Guard Museum, the 1886 historic lighthouse, shipwreck displays and artifacts. Here they celebrate over 175 years of commercial fishing and showcase fishing exhibits, and the museum complex is on the National Register of Historic Places, and there are five historic building portraying fascinating stories of days gone by. Explore the fishing sheds, step aboard a 1936 wooden fishing tug named Buddy O, there's an antique Kahlenburg marine oil engine as well as Great Lakes Coast guard shipwreck exhibits and so much more. The Rogers Street Fishing Village is a must visit and offers fascinating tours with groups welcome, they reveal the fascinating and rich history of Two Rivers and it's lakeshore region through artifacts, buildings, archives, and collections.READ MORE

Split Point Lighthouse Tours in Aireys Inlet, Victoria, Australia offers guided tours of the White Queen as the lighthouse is known, and stunning ever changing coastal vistas will take your breath away. This functioning lighthouse is open for daily tours which begin on the hour, and tours include lighthouse stories, local history and amazing views, and don't forget the camera. Split Point Lighthouse Tours require a moderate level of fitness as the lighthouse climb is steep and quiet strenous and appropriate footwear must be worn. Private access is available for weddings and functions and tour guides are employed by Eco-Logic Education and Environmental Services, who manage the lighthouse tours, and all guides have attended an Australian Maritime Safety Authority training course, and maintain a level two or above first aid experience.READ MORE

Marblehead Lighthouse in Marblehead, Ohio, is a beloved lighthouse that over the years has faithfully shone its bright light to protect boaters sailing the unpredictable waters of Lake Erie. As a renowned and most photographed landmark, the grounds around the lighthouse are perfect for delightful picnics with family and friends, and provides stunning views of Lake Erie, Kelleys Island and more. Tours of the lighthouse are conducted by willing volunteers. The museum at Marblehead Lighthouse has many interesting exhibits and artifacts and is operated by Marblehead Lighthouse Historical Society. READ MORE