Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide

Milwaukee

A river with a city skyline, including a tall building with a pointed roof, and a park with yellow trees.
A cityscape with a river, green spaces, and modern buildings.
A cityscape at dusk with a prominent historic building featuring a clock tower, a Christmas tree, and a snow-covered intersection.
A city skyline at sunset with a river in the foreground and a rocky shoreline.
A colorful boat with painted decorations and figures.

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A public market building with a rooster sign, a thatched-roof structure, and a tall tower in the background.
Photo by Dailey Adventurers
Open Photo by Dailey Adventurers

Milwaukee Public Market

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You can search for that perfect souvenir at Milwaukee Public Market during your stay in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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Things to do

Picture 2 for Activity Milwaukee Ghosts: Macabre Milwaukee Haunted Walking Tour

Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

Rp571.552
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum

Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum

Rp89.305
per adult
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

Rp464.386
per adult
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours
City of Neighborhoods: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Milwaukee

City of Neighborhoods: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Milwaukee

Rp142.709
per adult
City of Neighborhoods: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Milwaukee
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee

The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee

Rp160.570
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Milwaukee's German Heritage Walking Tour

Milwaukee's German Heritage Walking Tour

Rp357.220
per adult
Milwaukee's German Heritage Walking Tour
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Where to stay in Downtown Milwaukee

Find the best Downtown Milwaukee areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Milwaukee
Learn more about Downtown Milwaukee
A brightly lit Ferris wheel with colorful lights.

West Allis

West Allis is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Milwaukee Mile Speedway and Wisconsin State Fair Park.

The Milwaukee County Zoo entrance with a sign, surrounded by trees and plants.

Wauwatosa

Travellers come to Wauwatosa for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Mayfair Mall and The Mayfair Collection while you're in town.

A river with boats, a marina, and historic buildings along the waterfront.

Historic Third Ward

Unique features of Historic Third Ward include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Lake Michigan or Milwaukee Public Market while you're exploring the area.

A modern architectural building with a unique design, featuring a prominent tower and curved structures.

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.

A classical building with ornate columns and a dome, surrounded by blooming pink roses.
Photo by NC Tourism - Bill Russ
Open Photo by NC Tourism - Bill Russ

Westown

While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.

Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide