Bay View Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Laurie B
Photo by Laurie B

Popular places to visit

Harley-Davidson Museum which includes interior views

Harley-Davidson Museum

5/5(1 review)

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.

Harley-Davidson Museum
Milwaukee County Zoo featuring zoo animals and interior views as well as a small group of people

Milwaukee County Zoo

This sprawling animal park houses a wide array of exotic wildlife, and is acclaimed for its conservation programs and educational resources.

Milwaukee County Zoo
Milwaukee Art Museum

Milwaukee Art Museum

5/5(1 review)

Peruse a vast collection of classic European and American art in this gallery that is housed in a striking modern building.

Milwaukee Art Museum
Milwaukee River Walk

Milwaukee River Walk

4.5/5(8 reviews)

After visiting Milwaukee River Walk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.

Milwaukee River Walk
Veteran's Park

Veteran's Park

Explore the great outdoors at Veteran's Park, a lovely green space in Milwaukee. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.

Veteran's Park
Milwaukee Public Market

Milwaukee Public Market

4/5(5 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Milwaukee Public Market during your stay in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Milwaukee Public Market

Activities

Grohmann Museum at Milwaukee School of Engineering

Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum

AU$8
per adult
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
Private Downtown Milwaukee Helicopter Ride

Private Downtown Milwaukee Helicopter Ride

AU$192
per adult
Private Downtown Milwaukee Helicopter Ride
Milwaukee: Sightseeing Bus Tour

Milwaukee: Sightseeing Bus Tour

AU$69
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Milwaukee: Sightseeing Bus Tour
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee

The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee

AU$14
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Milwaukee Art Museum

Milwaukee Tour

AU$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Milwaukee Tour
At the Pabst, Captain Frederick Pabst can been seen smoking backstage on a ghost tour of Milwaukee with Brew City Ghosts

Brew City Ghosts: Macabre Milwaukee By US Ghost Adventures

AU$50
per adult
Brew City Ghosts: Macabre Milwaukee By US Ghost Adventures
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Our pick of the best Bay View Hotel Deals

Sonesta Select Milwaukee Brookfield
Sonesta Select Milwaukee Brookfield
3 out of 5
16865 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI
The price is AU$144 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$144
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Brookfield. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,123 reviews)
Nice hotel, reasonable price
"Everything was good. My only complaint was that there was a large sticky spot on the carpet."

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Sonesta Select Milwaukee Brookfield
Sonesta Milwaukee West Wauwatosa
Sonesta Milwaukee West Wauwatosa
3.5 out of 5
10499 W Innovation Dr, Milwaukee, WI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$154 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$154
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,373 reviews)
"Overall it was a good experience. However, both the swimming pool and the hot tub were not available during my stay. I would have liked to use both but things didn't work out."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Sonesta Milwaukee West Wauwatosa
Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North Shore
Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North Shore
3 out of 5
8900 N Kildeer Ct, Milwaukee, WI
The price is AU$189 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$189
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Stayed here for one night when we went to summer fest. Check in was fast, 5 mins or so. Hotel was clean and the bed was really comfortable. They have a breakfast buffet but it’s not complimentary. We didn’t eat there. Would stay here again"

Reviewed on 26 Jun. 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Milwaukee North Shore
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
3 out of 5
700 N. Water Street, Milwaukee, WI
The price is AU$229 per night from 9 July to 10 July
AU$229
9 July - 10 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,791 reviews)
"It was great. I will stay again."

Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
The Pfister Hotel
The Pfister Hotel
4.5 out of 5
424 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI
The price is AU$332 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$332
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,654 reviews)
"Great location! Love the atmosphere and history. Walkable to summerfest."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

The Pfister Hotel
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
3.5 out of 5
375 S Moorland Rd, Brookfield, WI
The price is AU$153 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$153
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Brookfield. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (300 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay lots of food/drink options within the hotel and plenty around within walking distance. Staff was kind . Everything was clean"

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025

Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Bay View

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Historic Mitchell Street

You'll enjoy the restaurants and churches in Historic Mitchell Street. You might want to make time for a stop at Modjeska Theater or Koz's Mini Bowling.

Historic Mitchell Street
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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 Great Lakes Distillery.

Fifth Ward
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Walker's Point

If you're spending some time in Walker's Point, Great Lakes Distillery and Milwaukee Brewing Co. are top sights worth seeing.

Walker's Point
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
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
Milwaukee Public Library showing interior views

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

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