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Things to see in Milwaukee (United States): 55 places and when to go
Milwaukee is a major city in United States with around 1,388,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 55 places in and around it, mainly History (24), Food and drink (20), Temples (4). The best known are Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee City Hall and Basilica of St. Josaphat. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 50. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 43.0546, -87.9219
- Population
- About 1,388,000
- Places
- 55 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (24) · Food and drink (20) · Temples (4) · With kids (4) · Museums and art (3) · Wildlife (2)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- ORD Chicago, 120 km as the crow flies
What to see in Milwaukee
The places in and around Milwaukee, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Milwaukee Art MuseumArt museum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin2.6 km
- Milwaukee City HallMunicipal office in E. Wells St. Milwaukee, United States1.7 km
- Basilica of St. JosaphatChurch building in Milwaukee, United States of America5.8 km
- Milwaukee County ZooZoo in the United States10.0 km
- St. Joan of Arc ChapelChurch in Milwaukee, Wisconsin2.0 km
- Annunciation Greek Orthodox ChurchChurch building in Wauwatosa, United States of America10.0 km
- Cathedral of St. John the EvangelistCatholic cathedral in Milwaukee, Wisconsin2.1 km
- The Pfister HotelHotel in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States2.1 km
- Mitchell Park Horticultural ConservatoryConservatory in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States3.7 km
- Rockwell Automation Headquarters and Allen-Bradley Clock TowerOffice building located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA4.1 km
- Boerner Botanical GardensBotanical garden16 km
- Forest Home CemeteryCemetery in Milwaukee, Wisconsin6.5 km
- Henry Maier Festival ParkFestival park in Wisconsin3.3 km
- David W. Howie HouseHouse in Milwaukee, Wisconsin3.0 km
- American System-Built HomesA set of Frank Lloyd Wright-designed homes in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Illinois5.4 km
- Church Street Historic DistrictHistoric district in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin7.2 km
- Dr. Fisk Holbrook Day HouseSingle-family detached home in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin7.4 km
- Lakefront BreweryMilwaukee’s first microbrewery to achieve Regional Craft Brewery status1.4 km
- Lowell Damon HouseHistoric house in Wisconsin, United States7.0 km
- Milwaukee Public MarketBuilding in Wisconsin, United States2.4 km
- Mitchell Gallery of FlightAviation museum in Wisconsin12 km
- Oriental TheatreMovie theater in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States3.0 km
- Pryor Avenue Iron WellHistoric site in Milwaukee6.9 km
- Sherman PhoenixMall in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States3.8 km
And the other 31, by what you come to do:
- History: Astor on the Lake, Wauwatosa Woman's Club Clubhouse, Dubbel Dutch, Fairfield Inn & Suites Milwaukee Downtown, Hilton Garden Inn, Homewood Suites, Hotel Metro, Kinn MKE Guesthouse, The Brewhouse Inn & Suites
- Food and drink: Black Husky Brewing, Broken Bat Brewing Company, Cache Cider, Central Standard Craft Distillery, Component Brewing Company, Eagle Park Brewing Company, Explorium Brew Pub, Gathering Place Brewing Company, New Barons Brewing Cooperative, Northern Brewer, Sprecher Brewery, Supermoon Beer Company, The Emporium Brew Pub, Third Space Brewing, Torzala Brewing Company, Twisted Path Distillery, WI Wine Garden
- Snow: Brown Deer Park Ski Trails, Whitnall Park Ski Trails
- With kids: Reiman Aquarium, TOSA Pool at Hoyt Park
- Beaches: Texas Rock
When to go to Milwaukee
The best time to visit Milwaukee is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:09
- FebPossible10:18
- MarBest time11:39
- AprBest time13:11
- MayBest time14:28
- JunBest time15:10
- JulBest time14:53
- AugBest time13:46
- SepBest time12:17
- OctBest time10:47
- NovPossible9:29
- DecPossible8:50
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 50. In June, 53 of the 55 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Milwaukee
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, Chicago), 120 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Waukesha, Wisconsin18 places26 km
- Racine, Wisconsin13 places37 km
- Hubertus15 places39 km
- Mukwonago9 places45 km
- West Bend, Wisconsin17 places46 km
- Newport13 places49 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Milwaukee?
The best known: Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee City Hall, Basilica of St. Josaphat, Milwaukee County Zoo, St. Joan of Arc Chapel. In all, 55 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Milwaukee?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 50.
How do you get to Milwaukee?
The nearest main airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), 120 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Milwaukee as the destination and these 55 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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