Waukesha Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Waukesha is a city in and the county seat of Waukesha County, Wisconsin. It is part of the Milwaukee metropolitan area.
Waukesha is a city in and the county seat of Waukesha County, Wisconsin. It is part of the Milwaukee metropolitan area.
These landmarks are throughout town, celebrating the birthplace and burial place of the amazing guitarist/inventor, Les Paul.
Fox river @ Frame Park in Waukesha.
500px Photo ID: 36655356 - http://randy-scherkenbach.artistwebsites.com/featured/sunset-between-the-oaks-randy-scherkenbach.htmlSunset view from the top of Glacier Cone Park in Waukesha, WI USA

Where to stay in Waukesha

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Vernon

Vernon might not have many top sights, but Fox River Park and Vernon Village Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Vernon
Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Brookfield

Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Brookfield

2.5 out of 5
20925 Watertown Road Waukesha WI
The price is Rp1.440.550 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp1.440.550
Rp1.627.821 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Waukesha. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (781 reviews)
Exactly what we needed for a weekend gymnastics tournament. Place to sleep, coffee, tea, and a gym.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Brookfield
The Pfister Hotel

The Pfister Hotel

4.5 out of 5
424 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is Rp2.857.282 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp2.857.282
Rp3.368.603 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,021 reviews)
Everything was over the top grand. I just could not get past the haunted reputation and could not relax to sleep. There was nothing that the hotel did, but i could never sleep there again.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

The Pfister Hotel
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

4 out of 5
139 E Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is Rp2.958.127 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
Rp2.958.127
Rp3.487.633 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,585 reviews)
Great artistic touches. Room a bit cool.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
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The Plaza Hotel

The Plaza Hotel

3 out of 5
1007 N Cass Street Milwaukee WI
Stay at this aparthotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,156 reviews)
The room was very clean, the staff was lovely.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

The Plaza Hotel
Kasa Westown Milwaukee

Kasa Westown Milwaukee

4 out of 5
840 West Juneau Avenue Milwaukee WI
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Fiserv Forum and Harley-Davidson ...
9/10 Wonderful! (125 reviews)
Great location to walk to Fiserv center, clean, on-site parking, great amenities! Would love to stay here again!

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Kasa Westown Milwaukee
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Outfield sign at miller park

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.

American Family Field
Harley-Davidson Museum showing interior views

Harley-Davidson Museum

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Harley-Davidson Museum
Milwaukee County Zoo which includes zoo animals and interior views as well as a small group of people

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 County Zoo
#LoveMyTown because living right on the lake is beautiful! Milwaukee sunrises are a sight to see!

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 top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Henry W. Maier Festival Park
Downtown, Milwaukee

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.

Marquette University
Ferris Wheel 11

Wisconsin State Fair Park

Enjoy an outing to Wisconsin State Fair Park during your stay in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Wisconsin State Fair Park

Things to do

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

Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

Rp403.776
per adult
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours
Grohmann Museum at Milwaukee School of Engineering

Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum

Rp84.120
per adult
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee

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

Rp151.248
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
At the Pabst, Captain Frederick Pabst can been seen smoking backstage on a ghost tour of Milwaukee with Brew City Ghosts

Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

Rp538.368
per adult
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours
King Gambrinus at Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery.

Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour

Rp1.144.032
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour
Milwaukee 1-Day Tour from Chicago

Milwaukee,Harley-Davidson Museum Day Trip from Chicago

Rp2.103.000
per traveller
Milwaukee,Harley-Davidson Museum Day Trip from Chicago
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Milwaukee Art Museum showing modern architecture and art

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