Bay View Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Activities
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Our pick of the best Bay View Hotel Deals
Kinn Guesthouse Bay View
Super convenient location and the property was really nice. Great little common area with good amenities. Would be great for a longer stay. It’s an old building so bring earplugs if you’re a light sleeper because the walls are pretty thin. Overall we enjoyed it and would stay again.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
The Pfister Hotel
Employees were phenomenal! The room was perfect for me and my sister and definitely coming back!
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Have had an excellent experience at the Saint Kate in the past, however this time we had a couple of room issues that took a long time to get addressed. The first issue was with the in-room record player, however someone was sent right away to fix, so that was fine. But the second issue was with ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
This is a lovely historic hotel close to the art and theatre district. Out room was clean but really needed an update. I understand it’s historic, but there were some soft spots on the floor in a couple of spots that were uncomfortable. The water in the shower was very touchy and unpredictable between ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Clean room. Friendly staff. Extra conveniences.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
TV and internet intermittent problems.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bay View
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.
Walker's Point
If you're spending some time in Walker's Point, Milwaukee Brewing Co. and Allen-Bradley Company Clock Tower are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Downtown Milwaukee
Lake Michigan and Milwaukee City Hall 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.
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.
Menomonee River Valley
If you're spending some time in Menomonee River Valley, Potawatomi Bingo Casino and Harley-Davidson Museum are top sights worth seeing.
