Visit Fifth Ward
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 lively breweries while you're in the area.
Veteran's Park
Explore the great outdoors at Veteran's Park, a lovely green space in Milwaukee. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Discovery World
An interactive journey through local conservation, modern innovation and science, proving that education can be creative and fun.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Milwaukee Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide
Milwaukee Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Top hotels in Fifth Ward
The Iron Horse Hotel
This is a beautiful hotel. Stunning art, beautifully designed and creatively crafted. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Plus the lobby smells wonderful! Can I give it six stars instead of just five?
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Pfister Hotel
Everything was perfectly impeccably organized! The art was spectacular and the lobby takes you to another space and time! The service was excellent! The room was very clean! Valet was a breeze! The one thing I have never experienced was housekeeping stopping by to see if we needed anything! I will ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hilton Milwaukee
Very nice hotel, excellent location.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
Great location walking distance
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Great rooms
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Everything was great, staff was super nice
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fifth Ward
Walker's Point
If you're spending some time in Walker's Point, Great Lakes Distillery and Milwaukee Brewing Co. are top sights worth seeing.
Historic Third Ward
Unique features of Historic Third Ward include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Lake Michigan or Milwaukee Public Market while you're exploring the area.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.
East Town
Lake Michigan and Veteran's Park are top sights in East Town, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.
Marquette
The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Marquette. A stop by Pabst Mansion or St. Joan of Arc Chapel might round out your trip.
Downtown Milwaukee
Lake Michigan and Pabst Theater are a few top attractions in Downtown Milwaukee. Hop around the city on the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries.
