Milwaukee
Attractions and Free-Time Options
Trolley Rides - Uniquely
designed tours take your group to out- of- the- way places, historic
sites and ethnic neighborhoods. Pre-planned itineraries or design
one for you using 45-passenger trolley or motor coach.
Milwaukee County Zoo - They
call themselves "the wildest place in town," and with
2,000 specimens representing 350 different species, they're not kidding! Walk among the 200 wooded
acres or ride the train or the St. Francis Bank's Zoomobile. Kids
will enjoy riding the Carousel sponsored by Penzeys Spices or watching the
Miller Brewing Company's
Oceans of Fun Seal/Sea Lion Show. Admission prices are $9.00 for
Adults, $8.00 for Senior Citizens (60 and over), $6.00 for Juniors
(3 to 12), and child (2 and under) are free.
Address: 10001 W. Bluemound Road, Milwaukee, WI 53226.
Phone: (414) 771-5500 for a recorded message, (414) 771-3040 for
people to call to speak to a live person.
January - March 31, 2006
Adult: $8.25
Junior (3 to 12): $5.25
Child (2 and under): FREE
Seniors (60 and over): $6.75
April 1 - October 31, 2006
Adult: $9.75
Junior (3 to 12): $6.75
Child (2 and under): FREE
Seniors (60 and over): $8.75
November 1 - December 31, 2006
Adult: $8.25
Junior (3 to 12): $5.25
Child (2 and under): FREE
Seniors (60 and over): $6.75
Milwaukee County residents with I.D. receive $1.75 off full
price paid
admission everyday except Wednesday. On Wednesdays, Milwaukee
County
residents with I.D. are admitted at a reduced rate of $4.50 for
adults
and
seniors and $2.00 for children (3 to 12). Group rates available.
Visit www.milwaukeezoo.org
for more information.
Old World Third Street
- Includes the Milwaukee County Historical Center, The
Spice House, Third Street Pier Restaurant, Edelweiss River
Cruises, Cafe Vecchio Mondo, African Hut Restaurant, Usinger's
Sausage and Mader's German Restaurant. Located downtown.
Address: 1030 N. Old World Third Street, Milwaukee, WI 53203
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Walking Tours
- Historic Third Ward -
Enjoy the ambiance of this turn-of-the-century neighborhood,
which boasts a high concentration of art galleries and antique
shops. Visit unique specialty stores, dine at distinct
restaurants or enjoy an evening at the theatre. For those who
like to explore, take a historic walking tour! Located just
two blocks south of downtown.
Address: 219 N. Milwaukee Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: 414/273-1173
Visit the Web site at: www.historicthirdward.org
- Brady Street Area Association
- Promotes the growth and preservation of the area. Eclectic
blend of shops, cafes, bars and great restaurants, the
neighborhood links the lakefront, downtown and the Milwaukee
River.
Address: 710 N. Plankinton Avenue, Milwaukee, WI
53203
Phone: 414/274-2551
Visit www.bradystreet.com
for more information.
- Historic Milwaukee, Inc.
- Walking tours and group bus tours of Milwaukee's historic
neighborhoods. Brochures available.
Address: 828 N. Broadway Suite 110 Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: 414/277-7795
Visit www.historicmilwaukee.org
for more information.
Milwaukee Art Museum - What
do Rodin, Winslow Homer, Degas, Monet, Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso,
Miro, O'Keefe, and Warhol all have in common? Yes, they're all
artists, but they also all have works on display at the Milwaukee
Art Museum. With a history dating back to 1888, the Museum's
far-reaching collections include nearly 20,000 works from
antiquity to the present. The Museum's permanent holdings include
important collections of Old Masters and 19th- and 20th-century
art. The Museum's collections of American decorative arts, German
Expressionism, folk and Haitian art, and American art after 1960
are among the nation's finest. Admission fees are $8.00 for
adults, $6.00 for seniors, $4.00 for students, and children 12 and
under are free when accompanied by an adult.
Address: 700 N. Art Museum Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: 414/224-3220
Visit www.mam.org for more information.
Milwaukee Public Museum
- Three floors of exhibits are passports to exciting
destinations including lands of dinosaurs and a tropical garden
of live butterflies. Handicap Accessible. No Smoking Available.
Located downtown.
Address: 800 W. Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI 53233-1478
Phone: 414/278-2722
Visit www.mpm.edu
for more information.
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Brewery Tour - Spend the
afternoon at Milwaukee's famous Miller Brewing Company for a free guided indoor/outdoor walking tour which
includes a theater presentation, visits to Miller's packing and
shipping centers, brew house, and historic caves. Adults will
enjoy product samples in the Bavarian-style Miller Inn or seasonal
outdoor beer garden.
Address: 4251 W.
State Street
Phone:414/931-2337
Visit www.millerbrewing.com/takeTour/takeTour.asp
for more information.
Irish Fest
- August 19, 2004 through August 22, 2004. Known as a
family-friendly festival, it's been said that Irish Fest truly is
a taste of Ireland. In addition to promoting and preserving the
Irish heritage, the organization also regards itself as a
community contributor through several outreach efforts. With over
70 international acts, you're sure to find something to your
liking whether it's music, dancing, food, shopping, arts, or
simply strolling by the Lake Michigan shoreline. Admission prices
are $10.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors 60 years and older, and
free for children 12 and under. Free Admission Friday at all gates
between 4:00 and 5:00 P.M.
Address: Henry Maier Festival Park - 200 North Harbor Drive,
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: 414/476-3378
Visit www.irishfest.com for more information.
Jazz in
the Park - One of downtown's most popular
after-work activities featuring exciting local and national jazz
performers every Thursday evening from 6:30 - 9
P.M. Admission is free. Bring a
picnic or try delicious food and wine from local vendors. Relax in
the park with friends and colleagues. Located downtown, at the SE
corner of Kilbourn and Jefferson.
Address: Cathedral Square Park
Phone: 414/271-1416
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Boat Tours
- Edelweiss - The Edelweiss
is a way to see Milwaukee like never before. Featuring dinner,
lunch, brunch and moonlight cruises. Handicap Accessible. No
Smoking Available. Located downtown.
Address: 1110 N. Old World Third Street, Milwaukee, WI 53203
Phone: 414/272-DOCK
Visit www.weissgerbers.com/edelweiss/ for more information.
- Iroquois Boat Line -
145-passenger vessel. Dock is located on the Milwaukee River
between Michigan and Clybourn St. Bridges. See Milwaukee's
skyline. Tours: 7 days a week, June through Labor Day. Group
tours available. Handicap Accessible. No Smoking Available.
Address: 445 W. Oklahoma Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207
Phone: 414/294-9450
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