Downer Woods Travel Guide
Milwaukee
Visit Downer Woods
Popular places to visit
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.
Milwaukee Art Museum
Peruse a vast collection of classic European and American art in this gallery that is housed in a striking modern building.
Milwaukee River Walk
After visiting Milwaukee River Walk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Milwaukee Public Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Milwaukee Public Market during your stay in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Walk around the campus at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee as part of your travels around Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Private Downtown Milwaukee Helicopter Ride
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour
Top hotels in Downer Woods
Hilton Milwaukee
Location is good by the Baird Center and 3rd Street Market. Hotel had a great vibe with the historical feel. We had a corner room, which had a great view of downtown. However, the TV was in the corner and was not adjustable, so it wasn't the greatest view from the bed. But staff was great across ...
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
industrial area
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Sonesta Milwaukee West Wauwatosa
It was ok
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Everything was amazing!
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
The Pfister Hotel
Rooms were clean, beautiful, and hotel concierge was very courteous.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
Clean room, staff was very friendly, very nice hotel all together
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downer Woods
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.
Northpoint
If you're spending some time in Northpoint, Bradford Beach and Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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 Martin Luther King Drive and Lakefront Brewery, a few notable attractions nearby.
Lower East Side
While visiting Lower East Side, you might make a stop by sights like Cass Street Park and Charles Allis Art Museum.
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.
Whitefish Bay
Visitors to Whitefish Bay like its restaurants and gardens, and Lake Michigan is a sight worth a stop.
