Willistead Manor Summer House Tours

Wednesdays, July 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2026: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Sundays, July 12, 19 and 26, 2026: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Prices: $7.00 adults, $6.00 students and seniors, $4.00 children 12 and under

Public tours of Willistead Manor are offered throughout the months of July and December each year. Summer is the ideal time to visit and see the building’s natural beauty. Tours of the manor include stories provided by the Friends of Willistead, and access to the enhanced and expanded Coach House Historical Exhibition. After exploring the exhibition, head across the parking lot to Willistead Manor for a tour of the grand estate. Members of the Friends of Willistead will be stationed throughout the building to answer questions from guests and provide some context and historical interpretation. Special Willistead-themed keepsake items are available for purchase on-site from the Friends of Willistead. Tour reservations are not required in advance. Tickets are purchased on-site upon arrival at the Coach House and may be purchased using cash, debit or credit.

These unique At the Manor events and initiatives take place in the City’s historic manor in Walkerville, co-produced by the City’s Culture Department and the manor’s exclusive caterer. Thyme To-Go Head Chef Julie Myers designs special menus that draw inspiration from Willistead’s history and from her travels around the world, created with fresh and local ingredients wherever possible.

Willistead Manor has a storied history in the community. Today, this cultural gem in Windsor is the perfect location for tours, weddings, receptions, meetings, performances and special events. Willistead Manor was recently recognized in the 11th Annual Best of Windsor-Essex Awards with the “Best Attraction – Historical” award for the third consecutive year and was also nominated for “Best Tour Experience.”