Wauwatosa Travel Guide

Milwaukee

A stone bridge with a wooden walkway surrounded by lush greenery.
A park with a pond, trees, and people walking.
A red barn with 'Northwestern Mutual' and 'FAMILY FARM' signage.
A bridge with a sign reading "BUGS! Larger than life!" and a caution sign indicating a height limit of 9 feet.
A forested area with a bridge and a sign that reads "BUGS! BIGGER THAN LIFE".

Stay near popular Wauwatosa attractions

Mayfair Mall

8.4/10 (878 reviews)
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Mayfair Mall during your stay in 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

฿1,051
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

฿164
per adult
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
2-Hour Bus Tour in Milwaukee City

2-Hour Bus Tour in Milwaukee City

฿1,314
per adult
2-Hour Bus Tour in Milwaukee City
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour

Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour

฿2,234
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

฿1,051
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

฿295
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
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Top hotels in Wauwatosa

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee-West Medical Center by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee-West Medical Center by IHG

2.5 out of 5
11111 W North Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿3,561 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿3,561
฿4,128 total
19 Jul - 20 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 helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The location was perfect. Parking was great. Staff were friendly."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee-West Medical Center by IHG
Renaissance Milwaukee West Hotel

Renaissance Milwaukee West Hotel

4 out of 5
2300 NORTH MAYFAIR RD Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿5,389 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿5,389
฿6,245 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (948 reviews)
"The staff is amazing helpful."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Renaissance Milwaukee West Hotel
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino

4.5 out of 5
1611 West Canal Street Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿5,272 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿5,272
฿6,215 total
13 Jul - 14 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! (1,640 reviews)
"Loved staying here the hotel in casino was clean.Everybody was friendly"

Reviewed on 9 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 ฿7,393 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿7,393
฿8,717 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! (2,163 reviews)
"Great staff super helpful"

Reviewed on 9 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 ฿3,540 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿3,540
฿4,089 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! (955 reviews)
"Room was unready for guests, specifically the shower curtain and lack of drainage in the bathtub. Our selected room was not ready at 8p upon arrival and we were told it would take another 2-3 hours before it would be ready so we were a little disappointed. Otherwise, bed was comfortable and check ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield 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 ฿4,317 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿4,317
฿5,090 total
23 Jul - 24 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! (2,302 reviews)
"The hotel staff was friendly and the location was convenient. The only downside- one of the amenities of the hotel was to provide dinner and drink tickets which was great; however, the food choices were limited and if you're a vegetarian or pescatarian there was no alternate option. Please note that ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
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Where to stay in Wauwatosa

Find the best Wauwatosa 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.

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.

A classical building with ornate columns and a dome, surrounded by blooming pink roses.
Photo by NC Tourism - Bill Russ
Open Photo by NC Tourism - Bill Russ

Westown

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

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