StayAreasIs Third Ward & Walker's Point a good place to stay in Milwaukee?
Yes, especially for food, shopping and a stylish stay. The warehouses are full of character, though hotels are few.
Stay here if
- Couples
- Food lovers
- Motorcycle fans
Look elsewhere if
- You want lots of hotel choice
- You want a cheap stay during Summerfest
- You want the Art Museum on the doorstep
Hotels in Third Ward & Walker's Point
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Staying in Third Ward & Walker's Point
The Third Ward and Walker's Point are the most stylish place to stay in Milwaukee. Boutiques, galleries and restaurants fill the old warehouses, the Public Market is by the river, and The Hop runs to downtown for free.
The neighbourhood has been reborn from its industrial past. Shoppers browse the boutiques on Broadway, locals pick up cheese and seafood at the Public Market, and bikers from across the country pull up at the Harley-Davidson Museum. In summer, the Summerfest grounds on the lake fill with music fans.
The downside is the small number of hotels, which sell out fast during Summerfest. The Art Museum and Fiserv Forum are a walk or a streetcar ride away.
What makes the Third Ward special is the food. You can graze the Public Market at lunch, dine in Walker's Point in the evening and finish with a drink on a rooftop overlooking the warehouses.
Getting around
- Historic Third Ward8walk
- Milwaukee Public Market10walk
- Harley-Davidson Museum18walk
- Milwaukee Riverwalk19walk
- Pfister Hotel19walk
- Henry Maier Festival Park20walk
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)42
Third Ward & Walker's Point questions
Is Third Ward & Walker's Point a good area to stay in Milwaukee?
Yes, especially for food, shopping and a stylish stay. The warehouses are full of character, though hotels are few. It suits couples, food lovers and motorcycle fans.
How much does a hotel in Third Ward & Walker's Point cost?
A typical double is around $185 a night at a budget hotel, $260 mid-range and $340 for luxury, outside peak events.
How do I get from Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Third Ward & Walker's Point?
About 42 minutes door to door: Taxi or rideshare from the airport to the Third Ward.
How far is Third Ward & Walker's Point from the main sights?
Door to door from Third Ward & Walker's Point: Historic Third Ward 8 minutes on foot, Milwaukee Public Market 10 minutes on foot, Harley-Davidson Museum 18 minutes on foot and Milwaukee Riverwalk 19 minutes on foot.