Washington Heights Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Milwaukee Art Museum
Peruse a vast collection of classic European and American art in this gallery that is housed in a striking modern building.
Milwaukee River Walk
After visiting Milwaukee River Walk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Milwaukee Public Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Milwaukee Public Market during your stay in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
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.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
The Original Milwaukee Ghost Walk - Third Ward
Top hotels in Washington Heights
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Great view of the Lake
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hilton Milwaukee
Parking structure isn’t attached to the building so there’s a 0.5-1 block walk. You also have to pay $38/night. Very clean and looks nice for the most part but the interior elevator wall handle was broken and dangling. Also a section of the hotel, I think an eatery, was taped off with black plastic ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Sonesta Milwaukee West Wauwatosa
Yes
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
The staff is 10/10!! Great room. Lots to do in the area. The kick back hour and bar were fun. The room was spacious and clean.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Sonesta Select Milwaukee Brookfield
Lobby was very nice didn’t have breakfast
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
The Brewhouse Inn & Suites
The property and rooms are beautiful, especially if you are a beer enthusiast as the building is the former Pabst historic brewhouse. The surrounding area takes advantage of this theme, including breweries within a stone’s throw of the hotel.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Washington Heights
Wauwatosa
Travellers come to Wauwatosa for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Milwaukee County Zoo and Mayfair Mall while you're in town.
Marquette
The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Marquette. A stop by Pabst Mansion or St. Joan of Arc Chapel might round out your trip.
West Milwaukee
Visitors to West Milwaukee enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, National Soldiers Home Historic District is worth a stop.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Brewers Hill
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in Brewers Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Lakefront Brewery or Martin Luther King Drive.
Harambee
While Harambee may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Martin Luther King Drive and Lakefront Brewery.
