Milwaukee
Mural of beloved NBA Bucks champion, Giannis Antetokounmpo; (c) Visit Milwaukee
Milwaukee is reshaping its tourism identity beyond beer capital and Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Words like a beautiful waterfront, engaging downtown area, and festival nirvana come to mind.
History
In 1835 Joe Oliver, a respected cook, was most likely the city’s first Black resident
Cultural Sites
Enhanced by a new location, America’s Black Holocaust Museum is a must-visit
Restaurants & Nightclubs
An update is coming in June 2025
A family selfie backgrounded with the Brise Soleil wing atop Milwaukee Art Museum; credit VM
Shops & Galleries
An update is coming in June 2025
Spas
If you’re looking for creative eye-catching nail design Bijou, is the spot
Places of Worship
Greater Galilee Baptist Church and others have a commanding community presence
Edelweiss cruise ships on Milwaukee River; credit Milwaukee CVB
Historic Sites
With close proximity to Canada, Milwaukee was a key stop on the Unground Railroad
Family Attractions
Your kids will discover hours of curiosity and edutainment at Discovery World
General Attractions
After taking selfies with Brise Soleil in the background, the choices are many
Dwayne Wade returns to his alma mater, Marquette University; credit Milwaukee CVB
Another Take on Milwaukee Dining
By our friends at Cuisine Noir
The Arts
Milwaukee Art Museum has one of America’s defining icons of the 21st-century
Trivia & Famous Residents
Old School Al Jarreau and New School Giannis Antetokounmpo head a distinguished list