Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide

Milwaukee

A river with a city skyline, including a tall building with a pointed roof, and a park with yellow trees.
A cityscape with a river, green spaces, and modern buildings.
A cityscape at dusk with a prominent historic building featuring a clock tower, a Christmas tree, and a snow-covered intersection.
A city skyline at sunset with a river in the foreground and a rocky shoreline.
A colorful boat with painted decorations and figures.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Milwaukee

The Pfister Hotel

The Pfister Hotel

4.5 out of 5
424 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿8,176 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿8,176
฿9,640 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (2,181 reviews)
"Without reservation, one of the great American hotel experiences."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

The Pfister Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

4 out of 5
700 N. Water Street Milwaukee WI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,045 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿5,045
฿5,948 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
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! (2,312 reviews)
"We really enjoyed the location, the breakfast, and evening buffet and drinks."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

4 out of 5
139 E Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿6,624 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿6,624
฿7,809 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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
The Knickerbocker on the Lake

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

3 out of 5
1028 East Juneau Avenue Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿4,520 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿4,520
฿5,329 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
525 N Jefferson Street Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿3,485 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿3,485
฿4,108 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG
Kimpton Journeyman Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Journeyman Hotel by IHG

4.5 out of 5
310 E Chicago St Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿5,902 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿5,902
฿6,958 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Kimpton Journeyman Hotel by IHG
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Where to stay in Downtown Milwaukee

Find the best Downtown Milwaukee areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Westown

While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.



Downtown Milwaukee Travel Guide