Things to Do in Milwaukee
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Things to Do in Milwaukee

10 curated spots from Milwaukee itineraries

Activities & Attractions

6 curated experiences

Black Cat Alley Street Art Walk
Do
late afternoon

Black Cat Alley Street Art Walk

Self-guided exploration of constantly-evolving murals and graffiti art; approximately 0.5 miles of visual exploration

1h · Free
Harley-Davidson Museum
Do
afternoon

Harley-Davidson Museum

Comprehensive motorcycle history spanning 1903-present; interactive galleries, restoration shop viewing, photo opportunities with rare bikes

2h · $18-22 per adult
Miller Brewery Tour & Tasting
Do
afternoon

Miller Brewery Tour & Tasting

Production facility tour explaining beer-making process; includes brewery history and authentic tastings; 90-minute experience

2h · $15-20 per adult
Milwaukee Art Museum
Do
late afternoon

Milwaukee Art Museum

One of the largest art museums in the U.S.; features contemporary and classic works; iconic architecture with opening/closing wing mechanism

1h 30m · $20 per adult
Milwaukee Public Museum
Do
afternoon

Milwaukee Public Museum

Natural history museum with 4+ million objects covering human and natural history; includes wildlife dioramas and interactive exhibits

2h · $20-24 per adult
Pabst Mansion Historical Tour
Do
morning

Pabst Mansion Historical Tour

Gilded Age mansion with guided tours through 1893 architecture, original furnishings, and local brewing history; photo-worthy interiors

1h 15m · $15-18 per adult

Restaurants & Food

4 local favorites

Colectivo Coffee
Eat
morning

Colectivo Coffee

Minimalist specialty coffee roastery with pastries and light breakfast items in an industrial-modern space

45m · $8-15 per person
Fuel Cafe
Eat
morning

Fuel Cafe

Neighborhood gem serving artisanal pastries, organic coffee, and creative breakfast bowls in a bohemian-modern setting

45m · $10-18 per person
Milwaukee Public Market
Eat
afternoon

Milwaukee Public Market

Browse local Wisconsin cheese, sausage, fresh produce, and grab lunch from vendors; focus on regional specialties

1h 30m · $15-30 per person
Odd Duck
Eat
evening

Odd Duck

Farm-to-table restaurant showcasing seasonal Wisconsin ingredients with inventive small plates; minimalist plating

2h · $35-50 per person

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