Downer Woods
Milwaukee
Visit Downer Woods
Popular places to visit
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.
Henry W. Maier Festival Park
Enjoy an outing to Henry W. Maier Festival Park during your stay in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Milwaukee County Zoo
This sprawling animal park houses a wide array of exotic wildlife, and is acclaimed for its conservation programs and educational resources.
Marquette University
Explore the campus of Marquette University during your visit to Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Wisconsin State Fair Park
Enjoy an outing to Wisconsin State Fair Park during your stay in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Top hotels in Downer Woods
The Pfister Hotel
Amazing hotel - charm, food selection, nice swanky lounge at top of hotel
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Great location for other places we wanted to get to in and around Milwaukee. Very affordable price for the quality of the room.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Great to have Pabst theater attached
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
Everything was good. The room could use a little tlc.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
The pool was closed for our entire stay with no explanation why.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Great location for family friendly stay.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downer Woods
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.
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 Lakefront Brewery and Bradford Beach, a few notable attractions nearby.
Lower East Side
While visiting Lower East Side, you might make a stop by sights like Cass Street Park and Oriental Theatre.
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.
Whitefish Bay
Visitors to Whitefish Bay like its restaurants and gardens, and Lake Michigan is a sight worth a stop.
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.
