Burnham Park Travel Guide
Milwaukee
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Popular places to visit
American Family Field
Catch an event at American Family Field during your trip to Milwaukee. Attend a baseball game or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
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.
Henry W. Maier Festival Park
Enjoy an outing to Henry W. Maier Festival Park during your stay in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Milwaukee County Zoo
This sprawling animal park houses a wide array of exotic wildlife, and is acclaimed for its conservation programs and educational resources.
Marquette University
Explore the campus of Marquette University during your visit to Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Milwaukee Art Museum
Peruse a vast collection of classic European and American art in this gallery that is housed in a striking modern building.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Top hotels in Burnham Park
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Good hotel-stay in Junior Suite which was lovely!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Pfister Hotel
I would have liked a shower cap The room was clean and large Bedsheets and pillows comfortable Room was quiet love the night lights
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Iron Horse Hotel
This hotel hosts an event during the weekend of the Kentucky Derby. Unless you are attending the event- I would avoid the hotel during this weekend. Many hotel amenities are adjusted to cater to those participating in the Derby event- it’s not beneficial for guests who are not.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
The breakfast was great, wish they had bacon as well. Staff is great, late night bar was a good thing. We did note something paranormal happening in our room 500. My wife said someone was whispering in her ear. We also noted a clasp moving on one of bags, we would stop it then it would start again. ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
We had an issue when getting into our room. The front desk handled it immediately and even gave us free breakfast the next morning. All staff was very friendly! We went to dinner that night and the staff again was very friendly but the food was NOT good. We ordered a "smash" burger... it was just ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Great stay
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Burnham Park
West Milwaukee
Visitors to West Milwaukee enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, National Soldiers Home Historic District is worth a stop.
Menomonee River Valley
If you're spending some time in Menomonee River Valley, Potawatomi Bingo Casino and Harley-Davidson Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Walker's Point
If you're spending some time in Walker's Point, Great Lakes Distillery and Milwaukee Brewing Co. are top sights worth seeing.
Avenues West
While visiting Avenues West, you might make a stop by sights like The Rave-Eagles Club and Pabst Mansion.
Fifth Ward
Fifth Ward is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Milwaukee Brewing Co. or Allen-Bradley Company Clock Tower.
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.
