Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Milwaukee
Things to do

Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum

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

The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Top hotels in Downtown Milwaukee

The Pfister Hotel

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
"Great location for us. We were within a short walk to the Third Ward and Milwaukee Market where our event was occurring. The breakfast was more than adequate and the evening snacks were basically a meal meaning we didn’t have to go out for a restaurant."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, WI

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

The Knickerbocker on the Lake
"We had a great stay at the Knickerbocker on the Lake! Having never been to Milwaukee before, the property and our suite exceeded our expectations, especially for the price point. Our suite overlooked Lake Michigan and offered some fantastic views. We were pleasantly surprised by just how spacious ..."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Milwaukee

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

























