Historic Water Tower Travel Guide
Milwaukee
Visit Historic Water Tower
Popular places to visit
Bradford Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Bradford Beach during your travels in Milwaukee? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Lake Park
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Park, a lovely green space in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
North Point Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Milwaukee with a visit to North Point Lighthouse. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum
Visit this attractive Italian Renaissance villa with elegant formal gardens and an eclectic collection of paintings and decorative art works.
Harley-Davidson Museum
Delve into the history of one of the world’s most famous motorcycle brands via interactive exhibits, photo galleries, workshops and behind-the-scenes tours.
Milwaukee County Zoo
This sprawling animal park houses a wide array of exotic wildlife, and is acclaimed for its conservation programs and educational resources.
Things to do
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
Milwaukee Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Top hotels in Historic Water Tower
The Pfister Hotel
Everything was fabulous
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
The art galleries on site are fabulous. Everything was too notch.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Friendly staff, variety of breakfast food options.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Friendly staff and nice clean room.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
The Iron Horse Hotel
Great room, great bar and food. If you like unique, brick wood and leather, and dim lighting, you’ll love this place. Had a really cool vibe to it.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The room was clean, the staff was attentive and welcome was well received.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Water Tower
Riverwest
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Riverwest. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Lakefront Brewery and Bradford Beach, a few notable attractions nearby.
Lower East Side
While visiting Lower East Side, you might make a stop by sights like Charles Allis Art Museum and Cass Street Park.
Shorewood
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and lake views in Shorewood. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Michigan or Atwater Park & Beach.
Yankee Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Yankee Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Veteran's Park and Milwaukee Art Museum.
East Town
Lake Michigan and Veteran's Park are top sights in East Town, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.
Downtown Milwaukee
Lake Michigan and Pabst Theater are a few top attractions in Downtown Milwaukee. Hop around the city on the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries.
