Downer Woods
Milwaukee
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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
Walk around the campus at Marquette University during your stay in 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
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour
Milwaukee Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Top hotels in Downer Woods
The Pfister Hotel
Always a pleasure
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
My wife and I had a three night stay to attend baseball games at American Family field and gamble a little. We were very happy with the location of the casino for exploring Milwaukee. The casino itself was very cleanly, secure and had many dining areas to offer. We were pleasantly surprised compared ...
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Great property, room was awesome
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
Great place if you are hanging out along Lake Michigan In Milwaukee.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Friendly, attentive staff. Rooms are clean and spacious. The evening snacks won my kids over!
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downer Woods
Shorewood
You'll enjoy the coffeehouses 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 travelers visit Riverwest. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Lakefront Brewery and Bradford Beach, a few notable attractions nearby.
Lower East Side
If you're spending some time in Lower East Side, Cass Street Park and Oriental Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Yankee Hill
When in Yankee Hill, you can plan a visit to Veteran's Park and Milwaukee Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Whitefish Bay
Restaurants and gardens are just a few things travelers like about Whitefish Bay. A stop by Lake Michigan is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
East Town
East Town is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Lake Michigan and Veteran's Park. See more of Milwaukee by jumping on the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop.