Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide

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Downtown skyline with Buildings along the Milwaukee River, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.; Shutterstock ID 523595590
Downtown skyline with Buildings along the Milwaukee River, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.; Shutterstock ID 523595590
Milwaukee Wisconsin City Skyline
On the lake.
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Top hotels in Downtown Milwaukee

The Pfister Hotel

The Pfister Hotel

4.5 out of 5
424 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is ₹16,656 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
₹16,656
₹19,638 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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! (2,035 reviews)
My favorite hotel in Milwaukee. Absolutely beautiful and perfect. I can’t wait to go back and stay at this property again.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Pfister Hotel
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

4 out of 5
139 E Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is ₹16,536 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
₹16,536
₹19,496 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
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! (2,589 reviews)
Have had an excellent experience at the Saint Kate in the past, however this time we had a couple of room issues that took a long time to get addressed. The first issue was with the in-room record player, however someone was sent right away to fix, so that was fine. But the second issue was with ...

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
The Knickerbocker on the Lake

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

3 out of 5
1028 East Juneau Avenue Milwaukee WI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹8,514 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
₹8,514
₹10,038 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
This is a lovely historic hotel close to the art and theatre district. Out room was clean but really needed an update. I understand it’s historic, but there were some soft spots on the floor in a couple of spots that were uncomfortable. The water in the shower was very touchy and unpredictable between ...

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

The Knickerbocker on the Lake
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

3 out of 5
700 N. Water Street Milwaukee WI
The price is ₹10,155 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹10,155
₹11,973 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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! (2,110 reviews)
Clean room. Friendly staff. Extra conveniences.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Home2 Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown

Home2 Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown

3 out of 5
515 N Jefferson St Milwaukee WI
The price is ₹9,329 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
₹9,329
₹10,999 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
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 helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (971 reviews)
Everything was good Except your paying 44$ per night for valet public parking They charge us double deposit on two separate cards then said they didn’t have my card on file that was charged when I used my card for the reservation still didn’t get my money back.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown
The Westin Milwaukee

The Westin Milwaukee

4 out of 5
550 N Van Buren St Milwaukee WI
The price is ₹13,139 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
₹13,139
₹15,491 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (877 reviews)
Very nice, clean and very friendly staff

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

The Westin Milwaukee
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Milwaukee

Milwaukee Art Museum

East Town

3/5(1 area review)

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
#LoveMyTown because our lakefront is so beautiful. #Milwaukee

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.

Yankee Hill
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
The Milwaukee Riverwalk System began in 1993, as a means to offer public access to the river.  Once complete, the Riverwalk will extend 3.1 miles along both sides of the Milwaukee River, from the site of the former North Avenue Dam, through Downtown and the Historic Third Ward to Lake Michigan.

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Westown

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.

Westown
Charles Allis Art Museum which includes signage

Lower East Side

While visiting Lower East Side, you might make a stop by sights like Oriental Theatre and Charles Allis Art Museum.

Lower East Side
Just had their grand opening! Try the espresso beer and Wicket Wheat! Or get a sampler like I did. Yum!

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.

Fifth Ward


Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide

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