Riverwest Travel Guide

Milwaukee

A river surrounded by dense greenery and trees.
Two bicycles parked on a concrete surface near a body of water.
A wooden staircase ascending a hill, surrounded by fallen leaves and trees.

Stay near popular Riverwest attractions

Roverwest Dog Exercise Area

After visiting Roverwest Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Milwaukee. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
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Things to do

2-Hour Bus Tour in Milwaukee City

2-Hour Bus Tour in Milwaukee City

฿1,335
per adult
2-Hour Bus Tour in Milwaukee City
Picture 2 for Activity Milwaukee Ghosts: Macabre Milwaukee Haunted Walking Tour

Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

฿801
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours
Grohmann Museum

Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum

฿167
per adult
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

฿868
per adult
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour

Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour

฿2,270
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour
View of E. Wisconsin Ave. looking towards Lake Michigan

Downtown Milwaukee Walking Tour

฿534
per adult
Downtown Milwaukee Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Riverwest

Hyatt Regency Milwaukee

Hyatt Regency Milwaukee

4 out of 5
333 W Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿3,121 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿3,121
฿3,680 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,515 reviews)
"Everything was great"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

4 out of 5
700 N. Water Street Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿3,993 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,993
฿4,708 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (2,407 reviews)
"A nine out of ten we would come back"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel

Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel

3.5 out of 5
375 S Moorland Rd Brookfield WI
The price is ฿2,523 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿2,523
฿2,914 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Brookfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,219 reviews)
"The room we stayed had a sink that was backed up and clogged in the bathroom. It smelled horrible and when we asked for assistance, no one came or followed up."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
The Pfister Hotel

The Pfister Hotel

4.5 out of 5
424 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿5,956 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,956
฿7,022 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (2,294 reviews)
"Amazing, we will be back Definitely go to Blu"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

The Pfister Hotel
Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

4 out of 5
2308 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿2,537 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,537
฿2,991 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,407 reviews)
"Restaurant/bar was very good and shuttle to Brewers game"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

4 out of 5
139 E Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿5,430 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,430
฿6,402 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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. ...
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
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Where to stay in Riverwest

Find the best Riverwest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape with a river, green spaces, and modern buildings.

Downtown Milwaukee

Lake Michigan and Cathedral Square 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.

The Milwaukee County Zoo entrance with a sign, surrounded by trees and plants.

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.

A river with buildings reflecting on the water, a bridge, and a tall building with a green roof.

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.

A river with boats, a bridge, and historic buildings along the banks.

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.

A modern architectural structure with a unique triangular design, a glass facade, and a cable-stayed bridge.

East Town

Lake Michigan and Cathedral Square 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.

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