Milwaukee Kayak Rental
Overview
Brew City Kayaks offers kayak rentals for people who want to explore the
Milwaukee River at their own pace.
Rent a Single Kayak for up to 4 hours for only $55! Along your paddle you will discover the beautiful City Skyline and have the opportunity to stop and get out of your kayak. Many kayakers enjoy stopping at one of the many local breweries or restaurants along the river. Our kayaks are sit-on-top style which are safer, easier to get in and out of, and perfect for holding a cooler. Life vests and instruction are provided.
What's Included
- Instruction
- Kayak
- PFD (Life Jacket)
- Paddle
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuity
Meeting Location
820 South Water Street
Milwaukee, WI 53204, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
• Arrive at Brew City Kayak (820 S. Water St.) Feel free to pull into the parking lot and park. Yes, we have FREE PARKING!
• Head down to the "Paddle Shack" and check in with one of our helpful and friendly staff members.
• Fill out Waiver, Get Fitted with Life Jacket, Look at Map of the River.
• Quick Paddle Lesson.
• Launch into River and head upriver into the lovely downtown Milwaukee, passing the Hoan Birdge, Bronze Fonz, and other City Highlights.
• Feel free to take your time and enjoy the city, you don't have to be back for 4 hours.
• Allow yourself 1.5 hour to get back to kayak launch when going all the way up river.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress for the Weather
- Activity Could Be Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
- Bring Water
- Bring Sunscreen (Optional)
- Bring Hat (Optional)
- Change of Clothes (Optional-From time to time you may get a little wet)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Is boating experience required for a boat rental?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-76249P1
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Average 4.94 out of 5 stars based on 32 traveler reviews collected by City Sky Diving and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Sky Diving customers.
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Yes, prior boating experience is required.
Feb 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- 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).
- Instruction.
- Kayak.
- PFD (Life Jacket).
- Paddle.
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase).
- Food and drinks (available to purchase).
- Gratuity.
The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Milwaukee Kayak Rental is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Milwaukee Kayak Rental will be included in your confirmation email from City Sky Diving. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Instruction
- Kayak
- PFD (Life Jacket)
- Paddle
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Food and drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuity
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress for the Weather
- Activity Could Be Canceled Due to Inclement Weather
- Bring Water
- Bring Sunscreen (Optional)
- Bring Hat (Optional)
- Change of Clothes (Optional-From time to time you may get a little wet)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
