Downer Woods Travel Guide
Milwaukee
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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 lively breweries 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.
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.
Top hotels in Downer Woods
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
"Tablet in room didn't work. Couldn't order room service to use F&B credit. Which meant I had to go down to Cafe to order and collect myself. This snowballed when checking out the room credit didn't apply automatically at check out, so they had to credit my card back at the counter and the person ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Pfister Hotel
"The Pfister Hotel is a lovely place to stay at. It's breathtaking, the food was delicious, very clean, and the staff was fabulous. We enjoyed our time at the lobby enjoying a drink and the music provided by the piano player. I highly recommend The Pfister when visiting Milwaukee/"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Iron Horse Hotel
"Hotel was great! Very unique, artwork, and inside and outdoor dining area was amazing. Room was very roomy and will definitely be back."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
"Staff was amazing and the amenities were top of the line! I felt safe and well taken care of traveling as a solo female."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
"Easy to find. Friendly staff"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"Some of the girls at the front desk were rude, and did not seem like they want to help. They were very short and had a poor tone."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downer Woods
Shorewood
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and lake views in Shorewood. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Michigan or Atwater Park & Beach.
Riverwest
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Riverwest. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Martin Luther King Drive and Lakefront Brewery, a few notable attractions nearby.
Lower East Side
While visiting Lower East Side, you might make a stop by sights like Oriental Theatre and Charles Allis Art Museum.
Yankee Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Yankee Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Veteran's Park and Milwaukee Art Museum.
Whitefish Bay
Visitors to Whitefish Bay like its restaurants and gardens, and Lake Michigan is a sight worth a stop.
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.
