Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide

Milwaukee

A river with a city skyline, including a tall building with a pointed roof, and a park with yellow trees.
A cityscape with a river, green spaces, and modern buildings.
A cityscape at dusk with a prominent historic building featuring a clock tower, a Christmas tree, and a snow-covered intersection.
A city skyline at sunset with a river in the foreground and a rocky shoreline.
A colorful boat with painted decorations and figures.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Milwaukee

The Pfister Hotel

The Pfister Hotel

4.5 out of 5
424 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
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The price is £196 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
£196
8 Jul - 9 Jul
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! (2,155 reviews)
"N/a"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

The Pfister Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

4 out of 5
700 N. Water Street Milwaukee WI
The price is £133 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£133
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,273 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great pool and hot tub"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

4 out of 5
139 E Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is £161 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£161
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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! (2,655 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful hotel!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
The Westin Milwaukee

The Westin Milwaukee

4 out of 5
550 N Van Buren St Milwaukee WI
The price is £159 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£159
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (942 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay. The hotel is beautiful and very convenient to Summerfest, the lake and downtown. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

The Westin Milwaukee
The Knickerbocker on the Lake

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

3 out of 5
1028 East Juneau Avenue Milwaukee WI
The price is £102 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£102
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"This was like staying in a modern museum. You had both the beautiful artistry of the building with us manifesting"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

The Knickerbocker on the Lake
Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, WI

Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, WI

2.5 out of 5
515 N Jefferson St Milwaukee WI
The price is £101 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
£101
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"No coffee."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, WI
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Where to stay in Downtown Milwaukee

Find the best Downtown Milwaukee areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

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 Cathedral Square 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 Turner Hall and the Milwaukee Turners.



Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide

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