Fifth Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Fifth Ward
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.
Milwaukee County Zoo
This sprawling animal park houses a wide array of exotic wildlife, and is acclaimed for its conservation programs and educational resources.
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.
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.
Fiserv Forum
Catch an event at Fiserv Forum during your trip to Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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 lively breweries 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 Fifth Ward Hotel Deals
The Iron Horse Hotel
"Clean, comfortable, unique, & dog friendly. A perfect spot right next to all the action of downtown MKE without noticing the noise. Will definitely be back!"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
"Only complaint was pillows I never saw such small pillows for sleeping! Also ask for extra quilt or you’ll be quite cold. Hotel is great, the casino cleanliness is questionable. Especially at the drink self serve stations. If a smoker the 2 areas do not have great ventilation nor are they cleaned ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
"Clean Room.friendly staff"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Milwaukee Airport by IHG
"Last option! Look elsewhere"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
The Pfister Hotel
"Room was clean and onsite dining was quality"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
"i loved everything about it."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Fifth Ward
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
