Downer Woods, WI
Milwaukee
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Popular places to visit

Harley-Davidson Museum
Delve into the history of one of the world’s most famous motorcycle brands via interactive exhibits, photo galleries, workshops and behind-the-scenes tours.

Milwaukee County Zoo
This sprawling animal park houses a wide array of exotic wildlife, and is acclaimed for its conservation programs and educational resources.

Milwaukee Art Museum
Peruse a vast collection of classic European and American art in this gallery that is housed in a striking modern building.

Milwaukee River Walk
After visiting Milwaukee River Walk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Milwaukee Public Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Milwaukee Public Market during your trip to Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Explore the campus of University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee as part of your travels around Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Things to do

Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum

The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Downer Woods Hotel Deals

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
The staff is 10/10!! Great room. Lots to do in the area. The kick back hour and bar were fun. The room was spacious and clean.
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Great hotel too stay
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

Sonesta Milwaukee West Wauwatosa
Amazing staff, very kind and accommodating
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
This hotel is nice, the people who work behind the reception desk are very kind and helpful. The room we got, single king, was a weird set up, but we weren’t spending a lot of time in the room, just there to sleep and shower and leave. I can’t say there is anything that is super special about the ...
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

Sonesta Select Milwaukee Brookfield
This was our second time staying here. The rooms are comfortable and clean. The staff is super friendly and helpful and the beds are comfortable. This is a great place to stay on a budget.
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Everything was great at Ambassador. Food, drinks, service was amazing!
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Downer Woods

Northpoint
If you're spending some time in Northpoint, Bradford Beach and Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Shorewood
You'll enjoy the coffeehouses and lake views in Shorewood. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Michigan or Atwater Park & Beach.

Riverwest
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Riverwest. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Martin Luther King Drive and Lakefront Brewery, a few notable attractions nearby.

Harambee
While Harambee might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Martin Luther King Drive and Lakefront Brewery.

Lower East Side
If you're spending some time in Lower East Side, Cass Street Park and Charles Allis Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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.

