Riverwest
Milwaukee
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.
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.
Milwaukee Art Museum
Peruse a vast collection of classic European and American art in this gallery that is housed in a striking modern building.
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.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Milwaukee,Harley-Davidson Museum Day Trip from Chicago
Milwaukee Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide
Top hotels in Riverwest
The Pfister Hotel
Wonderful staff, clean room and quiet heater. The restaurants had tasty food and bartenders, servers were extra friendly.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Probably the best hotel bed I've ever slept in!
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was clean and the hot tub and pool were excellent.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
The Iron Horse Hotel
Room
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Room was clean and staff was amazing!
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Motel 6 Milwaukee, WI - Glendale
Great staff and management (Kesha)
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Riverwest
Lower East Side
If you're spending some time in Lower East Side, Oriental Theatre and Charles Allis Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
Downtown Milwaukee
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views, and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Milwaukee. Top attractions like Lake Michigan and Pabst Theater are major draws. Catch the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and Milwaukee Public Museum.
