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61 Available Tour Excursions in Milwaukee

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Our tour blends art, street art, architecture and history to provide an informative yet interesting tour. You will be provided excellent views of Lake Michigan and various photography spots for those who love to take pictures. Our goal is to keep prices low while still offering a quality product that is fun for the entire family. The comfort and ease of having everything organized for you takes away the stress when going on holiday. Plus, the extra support and experience of a guide and the chance to travel with and meet like-minded people makes this tour much more attractive. Kenosha is an exciting and vibrant community on the shores of Lake Michigan in Southeastern, Wisconsin. Come enjoy the history and art that make up the Downtown and Harbor Park communities.

Price: $29.99

Duration: 2 hours

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We all know the benefits of exercise: a healthier heart, stronger bones, improved circulation, and flexibility. The hobby of metal detecting can be both rewarding and enjoyable at the same time. The hobby is fun and has been around for decades and is becoming more and more accessible for everyone to try. People who metal detect find many interesting items, from coins to relics and everything in between. Come enjoy this family friendly tour that is perfect for all ages. We make it easy and simple, just bring the family and let us take care of the rest.

Price: $39.99

Duration: 2 hours

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Our trips are perfect for starters or advanced sailors. We offer a 2 -hour sailing trip overlooking views of the city of Racine and on clear day views of Milwaukee and Kenosha You can lay back and relax to the sounds of the waves, or we can teach you a little about sailing and you can start working as crew. I'm a USCG boat captain along with my son Richie (21) who is a small boat sailing instructor and is my dockhand. My daughter Kayle (24) and my wife Kelley will also help out with boat duties.

Price: $95.00

Duration: 2 hours

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Milwaukee is a city shaped by its waterways, its waves of immigrants, and its bold spirit-famous for its German heritage, its brewing traditions, and its knack for reinvention over nearly two centuries. Our journey today starts at Wisconsin Historical Marker three three three, which marks the heart of old Kilbourntown, walk through stories of rivalry, resilience, and remarkable change, all the way to the bustling Milwaukee Public Market in the Historic Third Ward. Go at your own pace. The tour never expires. This is a hand free experience, press play and put your phone in your pocket. The tour is location aware, and plays as you walk. It never expires.

Price: $9.75

Duration: 1-1 hours

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An immersive clue-solving adventure around RiverWalk Milwaukee. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule anytime with no fees. It's a scavenger hunt, escape room, and urban crawl all-in-one. Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more! Plan on about two hours of playtime, depending on your experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like! Bookings made a week or more in advance receive their kit in the mail. Last-minute bookings pick it up at the start point on the day of the adventure - exact location sent after booking.

Price: $75.00

Duration: 2 hours

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Milwaukee is called many names; Brew City, City of Festivals, and Cream City, but it is most recognized as the place for great beer and cheese in the Upper Midwest. The large 19th century Germanic population continue to influence our local food products and dishes while some of the best restaurants from the historic Third Ward to East Town Downtown. When booking our winter exclusive Skywalk Food Tour you'll get to experience and enjoy all the best we have to offer from a warm second-story perspective. You'll get to experience and enjoy all the best we have when you book our Secret Food Tour: Milwaukee. As a private tour, everything works around you! Our start times are much more easy going, dates can open up. It's a much more intimate and cozy experience. No need to shout over other tourists, you will have every question answered, and leave feeling like a native yourself!

Price: $103.36

Duration: 3 hours

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Explore the culinary delights of Downtown Kenosha on a 3-hour walking food tour. Sample iconic street tacos and the renowned thin crust pizza that Kenosha is famous for. Enjoy a unique discussion about Chicagoland's popcorn connection, followed by a refreshing stop at a local brewery to taste 4 beers alongside Wisconsin's beloved cheese curds. Throughout the journey, delve into the rich food history of Kenosha and the impact of immigration on its vibrant culinary scene. - 3-hour walking tour with 5 delicious food stops - Taste street tacos and Kenosha's famous thin crust pizza - Brewery visits includes sampling 4 beers and cheese curds - Learn about Kenosha's food history and immigration influences - During the tour we will walk by murals and various historic architecture - End the evening with ice cream

Price: $69.99

Duration: 3 hours

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This experience is for the budget friendly travelers. This bus tour has a minimum 8 guest requirement to operate. A 90-120 minute Tour Times: 10am. Embark with fellow guests on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Milwaukee, where history, culture, and vibrant energy converge to create an experience like no other. From the shores of Lake Michigan to the iconic Harley-Davidson Museum, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of this dynamic city. Explore the historic Third Ward, where cobblestone streets lead to artisan boutiques and eclectic galleries. Indulge in the delights of the city's diverse neighborhoods from the viewpoint of a local, showcasing the best of local flavors. Discover the marvels of Milwaukee's skyline, including the stunning Milwaukee Art Museum with its iconic wings. Whether you're a history buff, a restaurant lover, or an art aficionado, this Milwaukee tour promises to captivate your senses and leave you longing to uncover more of its hidden treasures.

Price: $40.00

Duration: 1-2 hours

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Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Price: $23.20

Duration: 2 hours

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Brew City Kayak's Cheese Curd Tour is about 4 hours long from 11:15 am to 3:15 pm. We launch from 820 South Water St, in the Walker's Point neighborhood. Each participant can expect a life jacket, paddle, paddle instruction, and cheese curds included in the tour price! Your guide will take you to 2-3 stops along the river system, showcasing Milwaukee, our history, and our cheese. (While cheese is included, other food and beverage items are not included in the tour cost.) **Tour stops may vary depending on timing and group interest.

Price: $175.00

Duration: 4 hours

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With 191 different blocks, it should come as no surprise that Milwaukee is known as a ‘City of Neighborhoods’. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll be introduced to two of its most interesting suburbs, Brady Street and the Lower Eastside, and their architecture. You’ll begin by discovering the impact that Polish and Italian immigrants had on Brady Street Historic District, including delicious Italian cuisine at Sciortino’s Bakery and Glorioso’s Deli. Finally, you’ll stroll down the city’s former Gold Coast to end this tour at the Oak Leaf Trail on Prospect Avenue, giving you the opportunity to continue your Milwaukee adventure independently on the Lake Line Trail. This family-friendly tour is an easy stroll, with the option to pop inside some of the city’s most interesting churches. Come hungry, there are plenty of opportunities to grab snacks, or discover your new favorite restaurant along the route.

Price: $7.99

Duration: 1-1 hours

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Get to know one of Milwaukee‘s most haunted neighborhoods, Westown, and discover why Marquette University is considered one of the nation‘s most haunted schools. On this self-guided walking tour, you‘ll visit eleven haunted locations and hear some of Milwaukee‘s most spook-tacular tales! Starting in front of the Milwaukee Public Museum, you‘ll stroll around Marquette Campus and along Wisconsin Ave to Straz Tower, where our tour ends. Along the way, you‘ll meet some of Milwaukee‘s most famous ghosts, including a professor who continues to report to work, and a home-proud beer baron. You‘ll also see the site of one of the city‘s most notorious murders. Lace up your shoes and join me in discovering the haunted side of this historic neighborhood. This family-friendly hour-long walk does contain content that may be disturbing, including details of murders, mentions of suicide and accidental deaths. Please use caution when selecting this tour for very young or sensitive audiences.

Price: $8.99

Duration: 1-1 hours

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Why spend your precious time waiting in long shuttle or taxi lines. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style from Milwaukee Airport MKE to your Hotel in Milwaukee City Center by private vehicle and reach your final destination relaxed and refreshed.

Price: $80.24

Duration: 0-0 hours

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(48 reviews)

Hop on your pedal assist e-bike and get a helpful push as you ride about 16 miles through the best of Milwaukee. See what makes the city amazing and distinct. Ride through historic neighborhoods with differing architecture and traditions. See church steeples in every direction, each one telling an immigration story. Marvel at our 8 million brick city hall, an icon of our socialist legacy. Cruise paths that connect an astounding 15,000 acres of parks. Cross over valleys that are home to both industrial giants and urban wilderness. Understand the critical role water plays in the city’s past and future as you enjoy gorgeous lake and river views. You’ll ride the whole, not just old, Milwaukee.

Price: $79.00

Duration: 3 hours

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(28 reviews)

Brew City Kayaks offers kayak rentals for people who want to explore the Milwaukee River at their own pace. Rent a Single Kayak for up to 4 hours for only $55! Along your paddle you will discover the beautiful City Skyline and have the opportunity to stop and get out of your kayak. Many kayakers enjoy stopping at one of the many local breweries or restaurants along the river. Our kayaks are sit-on-top style which are safer, easier to get in and out of, and perfect for holding a cooler. Life vests and instruction are provided.

Price: $55.00

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Tap into Milwaukee's famous attractions and history as well as other sights you may not have known existed. Don't just see Milwaukee, experience it!

Price: $45.00

Duration: 2 hours

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(47 reviews)

On the campus of the Milwaukee School of Engineering, the Grohmann Museum is unique in that it's the only museum of its kind in the country, and perhaps the world. Nowhere else will you find a collection and exhibition program dedicated to the art of labor, engineering, and human achievement.

Price: $5.00

Duration: 1-3 hours

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Brew City Kayaks offers kayak rentals for people who want to explore the Milwaukee River at their own pace. Rent a Tandem Kayak for up to 4 hours for only $85! Along your paddle you will discover the beautiful City Skyline and have the opportunity to stop and get out of your kayak. Many kayakers enjoy stopping at one of the many local breweries or restaurants along the river. Our kayaks are sit-on-top style which are safer, easier to get in and out of, and perfect for holding a cooler. Life vests and instruction are provided.

Price: $89.75

Duration: 4 hours

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Key Info for Visitors

  • Currency: USD
  • Languages: German
  • Climate: Humid Continental
  • Timezone: America/Chicago
  • Population: Approximately 570,000
  • Best Time to Visit:
  • Visa Requirements Milwaukee follows US visa policy. Citizens of the US, Canada, and most Western European countries (EU, UK) can visit visa-free for up to 90 days under the Visa Waiver Program if arriving by air or sea. Others may require a visa or ESTA approval before travel. Always check current requirements before booking.

About Milwaukee

Milwaukee is a dynamic city on the western shore of Lake Michigan, blending industrial heritage with modern innovation. Known as the "Cream City" for its cream-colored brick buildings, Milwaukee offers a unique mix of Midwestern charm and urban sophistication. Visitors are drawn to its rich brewing history, lively arts scene, and scenic lakefront. The city is home to world-class museums, beautiful parks, and a thriving food and craft beer culture. Milwaukee’s festivals, such as Summerfest—the world’s largest music festival—add to its appeal. Whether you’re interested in history, outdoor recreation, or simply enjoying a cold beer by the lake, Milwaukee provides a welcoming and memorable experience for all types of travelers.

Milwaukee Tours & Experiences

  • Top Attractions: Highlights of Wisconsin
  • Duration Range: 2-8 hours
  • Group Size: Intimate Groups
  • Difficulty Level: All Comfort Levels
  • Recommended For: Visit between May and October for the best weather and festival season. Pack layers, as temperatures can vary. Milwaukee is generally safe, but use common sense in urban areas. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carry some cash for small vendors. Tipping is customary in restaurants and for services.

Average Tour Price: $80

Lowest Price Tour: $39

Highest Price Tour: $220

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Important Tour Information

  • Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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  • Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
  • Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation

Top Attractions

1. Milwaukee Art Museum: Iconic architecture and impressive art collections, including works by Georgia O’Keeffe and Andy Warhol. 2. Harley-Davidson Museum: Celebrates the history and culture of the legendary motorcycle brand. 3. Lakefront Brewery: Offers tours and tastings, showcasing Milwaukee’s brewing heritage. 4. Milwaukee Public Market: A bustling indoor market with local food vendors and artisan goods. 5. Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes): Three unique glass domes featuring exotic plants and seasonal displays.

Popular Activities

Explore the Milwaukee RiverWalk, a scenic pathway along the river with public art and dining. Enjoy lakefront activities such as biking, boating, and visiting Bradford Beach. Experience the city’s vibrant music and arts scene at venues like the Pabst Theater. Join a brewery tour to sample local craft beers. Attend one of Milwaukee’s many festivals, including Summerfest, German Fest, or the Wisconsin State Fair.

Frequently Asked Questions

The best time to visit Milwaukee is late spring through early fall (May to October), when the weather is mild and outdoor festivals are in full swing.

Downtown Milwaukee is walkable, but to explore more widely, public transit or a car is recommended.

Milwaukee is famous for its breweries, lakefront attractions, and vibrant cultural festivals.

We have tours designed for various age groups and fitness levels. Each tour description includes specific requirements and recommendations.

Local Food & Cuisine

Milwaukee’s food scene is a delicious blend of German, Polish, and American influences. Signature dishes include bratwurst, cheese curds, and butter burgers. Don’t miss a fish fry on Fridays, a local tradition. Notable restaurants include Mader’s for German cuisine and Lakefront Brewery for pub fare and beer. The city also boasts a growing craft beer and cocktail scene.

Getting Around

Milwaukee is accessible by air via Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, by train (Amtrak), or by car. The city has a reliable bus system (MCTS), and rideshare services are widely available. Biking is popular, especially along the lakefront. For exploring beyond downtown, renting a car is convenient but not essential for most tourist activities.

Travel Tips

Visit between May and October for the best weather and festival season. Pack layers, as temperatures can vary. Milwaukee is generally safe, but use common sense in urban areas. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carry some cash for small vendors. Tipping is customary in restaurants and for services.

Culture & Customs

Milwaukee is known for its friendly, down-to-earth residents. The city celebrates its German and Polish heritage with festivals and traditional foods. Social etiquette is relaxed, but politeness is appreciated. Major events include Summerfest, German Fest, and Polish Fest. Locals take pride in their sports teams, especially the Milwaukee Brewers (baseball) and Bucks (basketball).

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