West Milwaukee Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Milwaukee
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.
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.
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.
Milwaukee Art Museum
Peruse a vast collection of classic European and American art in this gallery that is housed in a striking modern building.
Activities
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
Milwaukee Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Private Professional Photoshoot in Milwaukee
The Ghosts of Milwaukee & the Haunted Third Ward: Private Tour
Our pick of the best West Milwaukee Hotel Deals
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Milwaukee West
I always come here to get a peace of mind, the breakfast is delicious, wish they had a hot tub though that would put the icing on the cake!!!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
The Pfister Hotel
Spacious and comfortable room. Cleanliness was good and the bathroom was elegant. Staff was very courteous. Nice elegant historical hotel. Breakfast was very good also.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Room was fantastic!! Staff was exceptional!!! Fire alarms went off 3 times in the evening by because of an error with the system, but, they gave us a credit on our bill!! We plan on going back!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
The room was clean and comfortable. The food and drinks were delicious. The service was great.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
The Iron Horse Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Very well treated.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Milwaukee
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.
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.
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.
Marquette
The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Marquette. A stop by Pabst Mansion or St. Joan of Arc Chapel might round out your trip.
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.
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.
