Historic Water Tower Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Bradford Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Bradford Beach during your travels in Milwaukee? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Lake Park
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Park, a lovely green space in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
North Point Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Milwaukee with a visit to North Point Lighthouse. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum
Visit this attractive Italian Renaissance villa with elegant formal gardens and an eclectic collection of paintings and decorative art works.
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.
Activities
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Milwaukee Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Our pick of the best Historic Water Tower Hotel Deals
The Pfister Hotel
Beautiful hotel. If you have 3-4 people know that the rooms are double beds not queens. It was tight for my kids and not a great night sleep. Other than that, it was a wonderful stay.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Perfect spot downtown.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Did not have breakfast
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Everything was great! Love the staff!
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Room was clean and spacious. However the toilets are very small and very low to ground. I felt like I was in an elementary school bathroom. It is good thing we have good knees. The only other thing was the water was not what I would consider hot in the shower, although warm enough just not a hot ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
Clean room, kind attentive staff, the sunday night bartender was so attentive and kind.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Water Tower
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 Martin Luther King Drive, a few notable attractions nearby.
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.
Lower East Side
While visiting Lower East Side, you might make a stop by sights like Charles Allis Art Museum and Cass Street Park.
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.
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.
Downtown Milwaukee
Lake Michigan and Pabst Theater are a few top attractions in Downtown Milwaukee. Hop around the city on the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries.
