Downer Woods Travel Guide
Milwaukee
Visit Downer Woods
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.
Milwaukee County Zoo
This sprawling animal park houses a wide array of exotic wildlife, and is acclaimed for its conservation programs and educational resources.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Top hotels in Downer Woods
The Pfister Hotel
We were shocked that the tv didn't work. There should also be a hot tub by the pool.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Clean room, nice staff, good location
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
This hotel is a hidden gem filled with old world vibes and clean comfortable rooms. I was truly surprised by the spacious room and well thought out amenities in the room. The availability of easily accessible onsite parking at a reasonable rate was an added bonus to my stay as I was in and out of ...
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hilton Milwaukee
Only issue is that we could not lower the heat. We were on the 19 floor and temp in room was always 75 degrees
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Very nice hotel and the staff was exceptional,
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Great service, and clean hotel
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
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.
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 Lakefront Brewery and Bradford Beach, a few notable attractions nearby.
Lower East Side
While visiting Lower East Side, you might make a stop by sights like Oriental Theatre 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.
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.
