Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Milwaukee
Activities
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
AU$7
per adult
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
AU$13
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City of Neighborhoods: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Milwaukee
AU$11
per adult
Milwaukee Food Tour with 5 Local Favorites Tastings & Secret Dish
AU$146
per adult
Haunting Histories: An Audio Tour of Milwaukee‘s Wicked Westown
AU$13
per adult
Our pick of the best Downtown Milwaukee Hotel Deals
The Pfister Hotel
424 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is AU$242 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$242
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,215 reviews)
"Beautiful place"
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
700 N. Water Street Milwaukee WI
The price is AU$214 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$214
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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! (2,352 reviews)
"Yes"
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
139 E Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is AU$248 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$248
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,667 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
1028 East Juneau Avenue Milwaukee WI
The price is AU$195 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$195
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,023 reviews)
"Enjoyed the ambience and the environment. The glass bowl sink in the bathroom was a very nice touch. Was surprised that coffee/beverages and any sorts of breakfast amenities had additional fees. For a space of this price, one might anticipate those things being included in the stay. However, very ..."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Kimpton Journeyman Hotel by IHG
310 E Chicago St Milwaukee WI
The price is AU$317 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$317
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Great trip with dog. Location is perfect"
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG
525 N Jefferson Street Milwaukee WI
The price is AU$197 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$197
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"Room was going to be ready by 3. Arrived at 3 said room wasn't ready"
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Milwaukee
Find the best Downtown Milwaukee areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
Photo by NC Tourism - Bill Russ
Open Photo by NC Tourism - Bill Russ
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.
