Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown skyline with Buildings along the Milwaukee River, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.; Shutterstock ID 523595590
Downtown skyline with Buildings along the Milwaukee River, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.; Shutterstock ID 523595590
Milwaukee Wisconsin City Skyline
On the lake.
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Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Downtown Milwaukee Hotel Deals

The Pfister Hotel

The Pfister Hotel

4.5 out of 5
424 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is NZ$352 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
NZ$352
30 Jan - 31 Jan
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,888 reviews)
Spacious and comfortable room. Cleanliness was good and the bathroom was elegant. Staff was very courteous. Nice elegant historical hotel. Breakfast was very good also.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 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 NZ$317 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
NZ$317
24 Jan - 25 Jan
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. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,532 reviews)
Room was fantastic!! Staff was exceptional!!! Fire alarms went off 3 times in the evening by because of an error with the system, but, they gave us a credit on our bill!! We plan on going back!

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

3 out of 5
700 N. Water Street Milwaukee WI
The price is NZ$199 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
NZ$199
27 Jan - 28 Jan
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! (2,023 reviews)
Very clean room, very friendly staff, and bonus happy hour coupon!!

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Home2 Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown

3 out of 5
515 N Jefferson St Milwaukee WI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$211 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
NZ$211
3 Feb - 4 Feb
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 helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (946 reviews)
Spqc

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown
Homewood Suites By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown

3 out of 5
500 N Water St Milwaukee WI
The price is NZ$194 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
NZ$194
29 Jan - 30 Jan
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 helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (877 reviews)
Comfortable room, loved the ceiling fan

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Homewood Suites By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown
Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Downtown

3.5 out of 5
611 N Broadway Milwaukee WI
The price is NZ$186 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
NZ$186
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Great front desk staff and service. Clean and spacious room.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Milwaukee Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Milwaukee

Milwaukee Art Museum

East Town

4/5(3 area reviews)

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.

East Town
#LoveMyTown because our lakefront is so beautiful. #Milwaukee

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.

Yankee Hill
Historic Third Ward

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.

Historic Third Ward
The Milwaukee Riverwalk System began in 1993, as a means to offer public access to the river.  Once complete, the Riverwalk will extend 3.1 miles along both sides of the Milwaukee River, from the site of the former North Avenue Dam, through Downtown and the Historic Third Ward to Lake Michigan.

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Westown

4/5(3 area reviews)

While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and Milwaukee Public Museum.

Westown
Charles Allis Art Museum which includes signage

Lower East Side

While visiting Lower East Side, you might make a stop by sights like Charles Allis Art Museum and Cass Street Park.

Lower East Side
Just had their grand opening! Try the espresso beer and Wicket Wheat! Or get a sampler like I did. Yum!

Fifth Ward

Fifth Ward is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Milwaukee Brewing Co. or Allen-Bradley Company Clock Tower.

Fifth Ward


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