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Milwaukee Historic Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

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Milwaukee, USA
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On average, this is booked 33 (0) days in advance.

60 to 90 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

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.

What's Included

  • Go at your own pace, start anytime and pause anytime.
  • The Tour never expires
  • Location Aware, GPS, Hands-free experience, audio stories play as you walk using GPS.
  • No Food
  • No Drink
  • No Admission, it's all outside
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

North Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53203, USA

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End point

400 North Water Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA

The market, one of the best spots to stop in town and a local favorite, you'll hear it's history then end the tour with a chance to explore. Perfect last stop.

What To Expect

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Milwaukee Public Market

The tour ends at the Milwaukee Public Market, the perfect last stop, discover it's story and explore.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Wisconsin State Historical Marker 333: Kilbourntown

The tour starts at the Wisconsin State Historical Marker 333, the original Kilbournetown, where Milwaukee started.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Usinger's Famous Sausage | Fred Usinger, Inc.

One of the oldest in town, original, and one of the best, started by German immigrants, discover this spots story.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Wisconsin State Historic Marker 43: Invention of the Typewriter

Whats the story with this spot? Take the tour to find out.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pere Marquette Park

Discover the story of the area, and the park, learn it's story and many more on the tour.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Milwaukee

Explore the streets, sites, buildings, statues, parks and stories of Milwaukee. The tour goes to the oldest spots and shares their history.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bronze Fonz

The Fonz! Why is this statue here? Get a pic with the Fonz and hear his story.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Milwaukee City Hall (pass by)

Hear the story of the historic clock tower and discover the spots nearby.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Milwaukee Historic Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-222222P167

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18 reviews

Average 4.44 out of 5 stars based on 18 traveler reviews collected by City Sky Diving and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Go at your own pace, start anytime and pause anytime.
  • The Tour never expires
  • Location Aware, GPS, Hands-free experience, audio stories play as you walk using GPS.
  • Engaging stories that bring the city to life
  • No Food
  • No Drink
  • No Admission, it's all outside
  • No Human Guide, this is on our walking tour app and all outside

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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