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ABOUT
MILWAUKEE
WITH SO MANY
AT T R A C T I O N S , T O U R S ,
THE “BEST OF THE BEST”
IN MILWAUKEE
SPORTING EVENTS,
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KNOWING WHICH ONES
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WHY WE CHOSE SOME
FOR YOU.
s Main Attractions
Milwaukee is the only city in the world where the city icon – the Milwaukee Art Museum –
literally opens its “wings” to welcome all. Designed by renowned international architect Santiago
Calatrava, this striking architectural beauty features a “wing-like” sunscreen with a span equaling
that of a Boeing 747 that can be raised or lowered.
Unleash your inner rebel at the Harley-Davidson Museum. Starting with the first Harley ever
produced in 1903, the museum chronicles the history of an American legend and its role in pop
culture. Stop at Motor Bar & Restaurant for Route 66-inspired foods like chili and barbecued ribs.
s Neighborhoods
Discover the Historic Third Ward on foot! The revitalization of this turn-of-the-century
warehouse and manufacturing district has earned it comparisons to New York’s trendy SoHo
neighborhood. This six-square-block area contains the city’s highest concentration of art galleries,
as well as theaters and a selection of exclusive boutiques, specialty stores, restaurants, nightlife
and the Milwaukee Public Market.
From the Third Ward stroll along the RiverWalk, which extends for more than 15 city blocks.
You’ll see a variety of permanent and temporary public art displays along this scenic promenade
of restaurants, cafes, pubs and shops. At the southeast corner of Wells Street and the RiverWalk,
be sure to stop for a thumbs-up photo with the “Bronze Fonz” – a life-size statue of Henry
Winkler’s iconic character “Fonzie” from the Milwaukee-based “Happy Days” TV show.
Continue down the RiverWalk to Old World Third Street, a historic landmark zone where
Milwaukee’s German heritage is brought to life in the detailed facades of the 19th-century,
European–style buildings lining this cobblestone street.
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Take in Milwaukee’s phenomenal view and enjoy interactive learning at Discovery World.
s Brewery & Distillery Tours
s Discovery World
Whether you’re up for “Miller time” or craft brews, Milwaukee’s
entertaining brewery tours make for a fun afternoon. Take a tour
at Sprecher Brewing, Lakefront Brewery, Milwaukee Brewing
Company or MillerCoors to sample the beers that make
Milwaukee famous these days. Joining the ranks of brewery tours
is Great Lakes Distillery, Wisconsin’s first small batch distillery and
a national award winner for vodkas, gin and spirits.
It’s maritime heritage meets 21st century cool at Discovery World
on Milwaukee’s lakefront. Explore interactive science and industry
exhibits, pet the sharks in the Aquarium, lie on a bed of nails and
take a virtual walk through the universe.
s Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
It’s game on at Potawatomi Hotel & Casino for the excitement of
more than 3,100 slot machines, 100 table games, a bingo hall and
an expanded, off-track betting room. Treat yourself to one of the
many dining options and enjoy a show in the intimate, club-like
atmosphere of the Northern Lights Theater.
Opening fall 2014 — Potawatomi Hotel.
Clean, modern, and with a view of the lake — eighteen
floors, 381 rooms — an experience you won’t want to miss.
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s Sports
Make sure to check out some of Milwaukee’s amazing sports
teams and facilities. Help cheer on the Milwaukee Brewers at
the famous Miller Park, which features the only fan-shaped,
retractable roof in the nation – guaranteeing perfect conditions
every game.
If basketball is more your style, head over the BMO Harris Bradley
Center for a chance to see Milwaukee’s NBA team, the Milwaukee
Bucks, in action. If you’re more into college ball, Milwaukee is home
to two major universities and their corresponding basketball (and
all sports) teams, the Marquette University Golden Eagles and the
UW-Milwaukee Panthers.
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While you’re at the Bradley Center, you can catch the Milwaukee
Admirals the city’s American Hockey League team gliding on the
ice rink.
Looking to get outside and take part in the athletic activity? Each
fall, Milwaukee is home to an annual Boston Marathon qualifying
race, the Lakefront Marathon. The scenic route starts in Grafton,
Wis. and makes its way south along the shores of Lake Michigan to
finish just north of the Milwaukee Art Museum at Veterans Park.
If you’ve not quite caught the marathon bug yet, the Rock ‘n Sole Run
(a half marathon, quarter marathon or 5k) gives you a reason to get
in to town early before Summerfest, the world’s largest music festival.
After crossing the finish line, participants can celebrate at the postrace party on the festival grounds with live entertainment.
Finally, nothing beats the fast-paced scoring and excitement
found at an indoor soccer match at Milwaukee’s U.S. Cellular
Arena. A Milwaukee Wave game adds up to a winning experience
and lots of positive energy!
s Awards
Milwaukee continues to be recognized by top publications and travel experts as the place to see and be seen. Here are some of our
most recent accolades:
2014
– 2014 Top Family Destination by ABC Travel Guides
– Listed as a “hot destination” on JetSetter.com’s “Where to go in 2014”
– Named Top Destination for Lesbian Travel by Edge Magazine due to the city’s annual PrideFest
2013
– Milwaukee’s General Mitchell International Airport listed in Travel + Leisure’s “America’s Best Airports.”
– Festa Italiana named one of the “Best Italian Festivals in America” by 10Best.com, a division of USA Today Travel.
– Conde Nast Traveler readers have named the Iron Horse Hotel one of the “Best Hotels in the Midwest” three years in a row.
The hotel was also listed in Men’s Health Magazine’s “20 Manliest Hotels in America.”
– Complex Magazine’s listed the Captain Frederick Pabst Mansion as one of “20 Must-Visit American Homes.”
– Draft Magazine featured Milwaukee’s Palm Tavern, Roman’s Pub and Sugar Maple in their
“America’s 100 Best Beer Bars: 2013” list.
– OpenTable named Milwaukee as one of the country’s “Most Romantic Cities”
– Milwaukee’s PrideFest earned the city a spot on TravelNerd’s “Top 10 Destinations for Gay Travelers.”
– Forbes named Milwaukee’s General Mitchell International Airport as one of the “10 Best Airports”.
– MSN.com calls Milwaukee one of the “10 Coolest Cities in the Midwest.”
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