From a history with industrial roots tied to immigrants and brewing, Milwaukee has evolved into a thriving modern city. Its many neighborhoods spread across the city and surrounding towns, and feature great places to stay to enjoy cultural and outdoor activities. Visit interesting attractions where everyone from beer makers, to Frank Lloyd Wright, to the Fonz left their mark on American history. Hotels and other accommodations are located in the busy downtown, along the Lake Michigan waterfront, and in green suburban neighborhoods. In Milwaukee it's easy to plan an exciting vacation around beer, golf, and much more.
Where to stay
in Milwaukee
Great Neighborhoods for Culture
Stay in Downtown Milwaukee for performing arts venues and museums showcasing Harley-Davison motorcycles, bobbleheads, and of course, beer. The Grohmann Museum centers on art relat-ed to human work and industry. See the Bronze Fonz statue nearby, honoring the famous character from the Milwaukee-based Happy Days television show. Hotels in nearby East Town are close to the Milwaukee Art Museum, with an impressive collection of works including German impression-ism and Haitian art. Take kids to Discovery World along the lake and enjoy bars and beaches in the neighborhood. Just south, the Historic Third Ward is a great place to stay for the Milwaukee Public Market and Henry Maier Festival Park along the lake, where summer brings a variety of festivals. Stay to the south in Racine for museums, artist galleries, and a symphony orchestra.
East Town
East Town is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Lake Michigan and Veteran's Park. See more of Milwaukee by jumping on the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop.
Recommended hotels in East Town
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.
Recommended hotels in Historic Third Ward
Racine
Unique features of Racine include the bars and waterfront views. Make a stop by Lake Michigan or North Beach Park while you're exploring the area.
Recommended hotels in Racine
Where to Stay for Outdoor Activities
Downtown Milwaukee is one of the best places in the city to relax in lovely green spaces. Book a hotel in the neighborhood to visit RiverWalk, Lakeshore State Park, and Veterans Park with its pretty marina. West of the city, Wauwatosa is a great place to stay to visit the Milwaukee County Zoo. The site of the Milwaukee County Fair is located here too. Stay in West Allis to watch the Brewers play major-league baseball at Miller Park. Golf is big in Milwaukee. Book accommodations in Brown Deer to play the course where Tiger Woods made his professional debut, or stay in Hartford for Erin Hills, the site of the 2017 U.S. Open. Enjoy the championship courses in Franklin and Menomonee Falls as well as other courses that are part of Milwaukee County Parks.
Wauwatosa
Wauwatosa is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Milwaukee County Zoo and Mayfair Mall while you're in town.
Recommended hotels in Wauwatosa
West Allis
West Allis is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Milwaukee Mile and Wisconsin State Fair Park.
Recommended hotels in West Allis
Hartford
Hartford is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Erin Hills Golf Course and Big Cedar Lake.
Recommended hotels in Hartford
Brown Deer
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Brown Deer. You might consider a stop by Walter Schroeder Aquatic Center while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Recommended hotels in Brown Deer
Franklin
Franklin is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Rock Sports Complex and Milwaukee County Sport Complex.
Menomonee Falls
Unique features of Menomonee Falls include the waterfalls and restaurants. Make a stop by Harley Davidson Factory or Purloin Studio while you're exploring the area.
Best Areas to Stay for Brewery Tours
Milwaukee calls itself the City that Beer Built. Book accommodations outside the city in West Allis for the Miller Brewery Tour, which celebrates the company's 170-year brewing history. Stay in the western part of Downtown Milwaukee to tour the Pabst Mansion, built in 1892 for Frederick Pabst, who introduced technology to the brewing industry that made Pabst Blue Ribbon the largest beer company in the U.S. in the early 20th century. Lakefront Brewery is not on the lake but on the Mil-waukee River, between neighborhoods known as Brewer's Hill and Schlitz Park, and boasts one of the city's zaniest tours.
West Allis
West Allis is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Milwaukee Mile and Wisconsin State Fair Park.
Recommended hotels in West Allis
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.
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