What to do and see in Milwaukee, Wisconsin (WI): The Best Sightseeing Tours

April 23, 2022 Frederic Celentano

Located on the shores of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee is perhaps best known for its famous breweries and the Major League Brewers, but there's more to the city than beer and baseball. Milwaukee is rich in historical and cultural attractions, making it the perfect place for a weekend of exploring. Check out the newly expanded Milwaukee Art Museum or the Mitchell Park Horticultural Society, which hosts an annual show of the same flora and fauna seen in Georgia O'Keefe's paintings. Those interested in the city's history can visit the grand Pabst Mansion, former home of one of the city's famous beer barons, or the Milwaukee Public Museum, to see what life was like in Old Milwaukee. If the kids are along, don't miss the Milwaukee County Zoo or the Betty Brinn Children's Museum. Of course a trip to the "Genuine American City" would not be complete without a tour of the Miller Brewing Company and a Brewers game at Miller Park.
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1. The Grand Walk: An audio tour through Milwaukee's historical and cultural heart

Milwaukee Public Library Central Branch, 814 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53233, USA VoiceMap Milwaukee
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Catch a glimpse of the turn of the century opulence that made this the grandest street in Milwaukee. This history-based, sightseeing self guided audio tour begins at the Milwaukee Public library and ends at the Milwaukee Art Museum.

Inclusions: Lifetime access to this tour in English, VoiceMap App for Android and iOS, Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Exclusions: Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route, Smartphone and headphones, Transportation, Food/Drink

2. Milwaukee Secret Food Tour w/ Private Tour Option

Milwaukee Public Market, 400 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA Secret Food Tours Milwaukee
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Milwaukee is called many names; Brew City, City of Festivals, and Cream City, but it is most recognized as the place for great beer and cheese in the Upper Midwest. The large 19th century Germanic population continue to influence our local food products and dishes while some of the best restaurants from the historic Third Ward to East Town Downtown. When booking our winter exclusive Skywalk Food Tour you'll get to experience and enjoy all the best we have to offer from a warm second-story perspective. You'll get to experience and enjoy all the best we have when you book our Secret Food Tour: Milwaukee.

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Reviewed By 561victorb

We had an awesome time with Ross during the tour. We got to experience Milwaukee through its food and did some walking downtown. We had a pretty fun experience, even though the weather was pretty cold outside we got to walk around downtown through the Skywalks.

3. Milwaukee Tour

Milwaukee City Hall, 200 E Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA Untapped Tours
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Tap into Milwaukee's famous attractions and history as well as other sights you may not have known existed. Don't just see Milwaukee, experience it!

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board

Exclusions: Does not include paid parking, available across Water Street in an underground parking garage., Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By marcia0427

We had a very pleasant day with Mike. He shared incredible insight into all aspects of this beautiful city. There was nothing he didn’t know.

4. Private Tour: Secret Food Tours Milwaukee

Milwaukee Public Market, 400 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA Secret Food Tours Milwaukee

Milwaukee is called many names; Brew City, City of Festivals, and Cream City, but it is most recognized as the place for great beer and cheese in the Upper Midwest. The large 19th century Germanic population continue to influence our local food products and dishes while some of the best restaurants from the historic Third Ward to East Town Downtown. When booking our winter exclusive Skywalk Food Tour you'll get to experience and enjoy all the best we have to offer from a warm second-story perspective. You'll get to experience and enjoy all the best we have when you book our Secret Food Tour: Milwaukee. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!

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Reviewed By Randy K

We had a group of 8 that enjoyed the food, history and walking throughout the River Walk area. Agent Ross was fantastic - funny, accommodating, informative and clearly passionate about what he does. He also managed to conjure up some pretty amazing weather. Highly recommended - for visitors to Milwaukee AND long-standing locals, too!

5. The best of Milwaukee walking tour

2333 S 6th St, Milwaukee, WI 53215, USA Fun Top Fun USA

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Kansas City is undeniably the home of barbecue, BBQ restaurants per capita than anywhere else in the world. Why is it also called The City of Fountains”? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Kansas City. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it! Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Where in Milwaukee was the typewriter invented? What’s so special about the Downtown Skywalk over the Milwaukee River? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Milwaukee. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time!

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6. Romantic tour in Milwaukee

2333 S 6th St, Milwaukee, WI 53215, USA Fun Top Fun USA

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Milwaukee is an interesting city that is widely known to have been built on swampland. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. What happened to the strange Milwaukee’s Love Rock in Lake Michigan? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

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