Historic Water Tower
Milwaukee
Visit Historic Water Tower
Popular places to visit
Bradford Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Bradford Beach during your travels in Milwaukee? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Lake Park
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Park, a lovely green space in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum
Visit this attractive Italian Renaissance villa with elegant formal gardens and an eclectic collection of paintings and decorative art works.
North Point Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Milwaukee with a visit to North Point Lighthouse. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
American Family Field
Catch an event at American Family Field during your trip to Milwaukee. Attend a baseball game or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
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.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
Personal and Detailed Milwaukee Sightseeing Bus Tour
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Top hotels in Historic Water Tower
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
"Gorgeous hotel and rooms were very nice!!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
The Pfister Hotel
"The Pfister Hotel is a lovely place to stay at. It's breathtaking, the food was delicious, very clean, and the staff was fabulous. We enjoyed our time at the lobby enjoying a drink and the music provided by the piano player. I highly recommend The Pfister when visiting Milwaukee/"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
"Beautiful decor, clean rooms except there were gnats in the room and from one nights stay, my son had about 9 bug bites on his leg. Also, there’s no microwave in the room."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Milwaukee Airport by IHG
"It is always a good experience in chrome Plaza. I’ve been coming to this place for a long time and it’s nice to see familiar faces when you get there."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"Great property will definitely be back"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
"Clean room great breakfast and excellent staff! Attentive. Pool was heated but strangely murky. Great location for family with kids for walking around!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Water Tower
Riverwest
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Riverwest. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Martin Luther King Drive and Lakefront Brewery, a few notable attractions nearby.
Lower East Side
While visiting Lower East Side, you might make a stop by sights like Oriental Theatre and Charles Allis Art Museum.
Shorewood
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and lake views in Shorewood. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Michigan or Atwater Park & Beach.
Yankee Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Yankee Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Veteran's Park and Milwaukee Art Museum.
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.
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.
