Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Milwaukee
Things to do

Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum

Milwaukee Food Tour with 5 Local Favorites Tastings & Secret Dish

City of Neighborhoods: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Milwaukee

The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Top hotels in Downtown Milwaukee

The Pfister Hotel
"Loved the afternoon tea, the view from the pool, the helpful concierge, beautiful lobby and artwork, and the proximity to the River Walk."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

Kimpton Journeyman Hotel by IHG
"Good place!"
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG
Where to stay in Downtown Milwaukee

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.

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.

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.

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.

Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.

























