Riverwest Travel Guide
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.
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 County Zoo
This sprawling animal park houses a wide array of exotic wildlife, and is acclaimed for its conservation programs and educational resources.
Milwaukee Art Museum
Peruse a vast collection of classic European and American art in this gallery that is housed in a striking modern building.
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.
Top hotels in Riverwest
The Pfister Hotel
Lovely old yet modern hotel. Great location to everything in Milwaukee.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
I asked to clean up the room after the 3rd day and they did not do that
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
The place was fine the room was big n comfy and comfy beds
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
Was there 3 days and couldn’t get sheets or my room cleaned.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
The Iron Horse Hotel
Fun rooms and very helpful and friendly staff. Great location, you can walk to so many fun places to eat and drink!!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
Loved the stay! Loved the vintage feel, the amenities, coffee and little kitchen. Location is amazing. The only thing is the walls are very thin. Heard some dude railing his girl next door for an hour from midnight to 1am. I might as well been in the damn room with them. Sandwiched my head between ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Riverwest
Lower East Side
While visiting Lower East Side, you might make a stop by sights like Oriental Theatre and Charles Allis Art Museum.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.
