Milwaukee, WI

Travel Guide

Milwaukee Art Museum featuring art and modern architecture
Milwaukee Art Museum
Milwaukee featuring a park
Milwaukee Art Museum showing a river or creek and a sunset
Basilica of Saint Josaphat

Where to stay in Milwaukee

Milwaukee

Downtown Milwaukee

Central business district with cultural, financial, and historical landmarks, Downtown Milwaukee offers shopping at The Shops of Grand Avenue, art galleries in the Historic Third Ward, high-end dining, and vibrant nightlife. Explore the Milwaukee Public Market and Riverwalk, or hop on the free streetcar system.

Downtown Milwaukee
Milwaukee Art Museum

East Town

4.5/5(1,037 area reviews)

East Town is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Lake Michigan and Veteran's Park. See more of Milwaukee by jumping on the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop.

East Town
Milwaukee County Zoo which includes dangerous animals and zoo animals as well as a small group of people

Wauwatosa

Wauwatosa is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Milwaukee County Zoo and Mayfair Mall while you're in town.

Wauwatosa
Milwaukee Public Library showing interior views

Westown

4.5/5(514 area reviews)

While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Fiserv Forum and Milwaukee Theatre.

Westown
Historic Third Ward

Historic Third Ward

4.5/5(32 area reviews)

Experience a historic warehouse district with a mix of specialty shops, art galleries, and restaurants. Visit the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design, and enjoy year-round gourmet options at the Milwaukee Public Market, easily accessible via The Hop.

Historic Third Ward
THE BEST Oreo cupcake!  The frosting tasted just like the center of an Oreo - and the recipe is top secret! #SweetSpot

Bay View

On the shores of Lake Michigan, this neighborhood boasts a vibrant art scene, with galleries along Kinnickinnic Avenue and local parks like South Shore Park and Humboldt Park offering various recreational activities.

Bay View
The Pfister Hotel
The Pfister Hotel
4.5 out of 5
424 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI
The price is SAR 693 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
SAR 693
SAR 817 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,610 reviews)
"Amazing property, top notch hotel, luxurious."

Reviewed on 10 March 2025

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 SAR 484 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
SAR 484
SAR 571 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,258 reviews)
Always great at the Saint Kate
"We stayed here , near Riverside Theatre. Close to lots of things in this area. Great sleep, as well as champagne on arrival, great bar and restaurant staff."

Reviewed on 12 March 2025

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Hyatt Place Milwaukee Airport
Hyatt Place Milwaukee Airport
3 out of 5
200 W Grange Avenue, Milwaukee, WI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 323 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
SAR 323
SAR 380 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Always a great place to stay right near the airport especially for early morning flights. Is a little bit older Hotel could use some updates. We do always stay here when we're flying out of Milwaukee Airport because of the convenience and staff."

Reviewed on 10 March 2025

Hyatt Place Milwaukee Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Plaza Hotel
The Plaza Hotel
3 out of 5
1007 N Cass Street, Milwaukee, WI
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,061 reviews)
"It was home away from home. This is my 2nd time staying here and I will come back again."

Reviewed on 24 February 2025

The Plaza Hotel
Kasa Westown Milwaukee
Kasa Westown Milwaukee
4 out of 5
840 West Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee, WI
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Fiserv Forum and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (70 reviews)
"Thanks for the offer but we have to head home today. The apartment is very nice. Great shower, great location and had all the amenities we needed. The only downside is the bed. The mattress is very hard and we didn't sleep well. Other than that everything was great!"

Reviewed on 24 February 2025

Kasa Westown Milwaukee
7 1/2 Acre Estate, Fishing Pond, Events! Discounts! Weddings, Heated pool
7 1/2 Acre Estate, Fishing Pond, Events! Discounts! Weddings, Heated pool
Caledonia
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Caledonia. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (177 reviews)
Weekend Escape
"What a fun and unique place! I'd love to be back in summer to make use of the pool and pond.Winter was still wonderful though with access to the hot tub and game room."

Reviewed on 25 February 2025

7 1/2 Acre Estate, Fishing Pond, Events! Discounts! Weddings, Heated pool
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Milwaukee

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Milwaukee is wonderfully random place on a great lake!

5/5 - Excellent

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Can't really say anything about it.... Milwaukee still closed from the Virus. Couldn't do anything.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Josh was VERY accommodating to my families needs. We didn't have soap in our room, he made sure we got it! He was always there (during his shift) when we needed something. THANK YOU JOSH :o) Ms. April...she went ABOVE & BEYOND to make our stay nice!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It was nice. It was kinda sad we went to see a base ball game but due to the Covid 19 places were closed al we could do was walk around the lake

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Safer at home order in place so not much to do but conveniently located to do lots of fun stuff when things open back up.