Fifth Ward Travel Guide
Milwaukee
Visit Fifth Ward
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Henry W. Maier Festival Park
Enjoy an outing to Henry W. Maier Festival Park during your stay in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Milwaukee County Zoo
This sprawling animal park houses a wide array of exotic wildlife, and is acclaimed for its conservation programs and educational resources.
Marquette University
Explore the campus of Marquette University during your visit to Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Milwaukee Art Museum
Peruse a vast collection of classic European and American art in this gallery that is housed in a striking modern building.
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
Top hotels in Fifth Ward
The Iron Horse Hotel
Easy to get to. Clean. Nice room.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Such a great spot, the rooms were clean & spacious. The casino is so big & the staff were all so helpful!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
The breakfast and happy hour were amazing
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
I was very pleased with my room, staff & property. The only issue I had was, the tv reception did not work at all. I hope that gets remedied. If so, I will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Overall a very pleasant experience! Great location, staff and comfortable and clean! Hotel bar a great place to hang!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Pfister Hotel
Excellent in every way!!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fifth Ward
Walker's Point
If you're spending some time in Walker's Point, Great Lakes Distillery and Milwaukee Brewing Co. are top sights worth seeing.
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
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.
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.
Menomonee River Valley
If you're spending some time in Menomonee River Valley, Potawatomi Bingo Casino and Harley-Davidson Museum are top sights worth seeing.
