Downer Woods Travel Guide

Milwaukee

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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

8.2/10 (968 reviews)
Walk around the campus at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee as part of your travels around Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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Things to do

Picture 2 for Activity Milwaukee Ghosts: Macabre Milwaukee Haunted Walking Tour

Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

฿803
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum

Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum

฿167
per adult
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
2-Hour Bus Tour in Milwaukee City

2-Hour Bus Tour in Milwaukee City

฿1,339
per adult
2-Hour Bus Tour in Milwaukee City
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour

Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour

฿2,276
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

฿1,071
per adult
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee

The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee

฿301
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
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Top hotels in Downer Woods

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino

4.5 out of 5
1611 West Canal Street Milwaukee WI
Fully refundable
The price is ฿5,291 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿5,291
฿6,238 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,674 reviews)
"Overall better than most properties. A microwave would be nice but I suspect then want you to dine in the casino. Other patrons commented on the lack of view. Enjoyed the free parking but traversing thru the casino is kind of a hassle. Valet is available."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
The Pfister Hotel

The Pfister Hotel

4.5 out of 5
424 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿7,420 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿7,420
฿8,748 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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! (2,156 reviews)
"Best hotel in MKE"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

The Pfister Hotel
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel

Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel

3.5 out of 5
375 S Moorland Rd Brookfield WI
The price is ฿3,553 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿3,553
฿4,104 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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! (977 reviews)
"Room and facilities overall were clean; staff were nice and helpful. We didn’t use amenities so can’t comment on use but from what we saw, it looked fine. The room could use some TLC though. The bathroom had undergone some repairs it seams, to the wallpaper and sink counter, it was not well done, ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
The Iron Horse Hotel

The Iron Horse Hotel

4 out of 5
500 W Florida Street Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿7,020 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿7,020
฿8,277 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
The Iron Horse Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

4 out of 5
700 N. Water Street Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿5,037 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
฿5,037
฿5,939 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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 ...
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Hyatt Regency Milwaukee

Hyatt Regency Milwaukee

4 out of 5
333 W Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿3,662 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿3,662
฿4,317 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,346 reviews)
"It was ok"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
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Where to stay in Downer Woods

Find the best Downer Woods areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river with a city skyline, including a tall building with a pointed roof, and a park with yellow trees.

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.

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 Eschweiler Buildings while you're in town.

A brightly lit Ferris wheel with colorful lights.

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 marina, and historic buildings along the waterfront.

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 building with a unique design, featuring a prominent tower and curved structures.

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.

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