Things to do in Milwaukee’s Near West Side
The Near West Side is an active community with ongoing events to experience, landmarks, parks, and businesses to visit, and activities to explore.
Entertainment & Culture
Explore art, architecture, music and more at one of the many cultural institutions in the Near West Side, including concert venues, art museums and historic buildings.
1017 N 17th St. Milwaukee, WI 53233
Bridging the Gap is a golf company that offers programming and apparel and hosts tournaments with the overarching goal of increasing diversity in the golf industry. The golf company works to create learning opportunities and make golf more accessible for diverse communities.
2401 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53233
The Rave is a multi-hall concert and entertainment venue. Home to seven venues, the Rave hosts hundreds of concerts yearly for some of the biggest names in every genre.
3824 W Vliet St. Milwaukee, WI 53208
The Hmong American Friendship Association and Museum is a mutual assistance agency that works to support and increase the visibility of Southeast Asian communities in the Milwaukee area.
2133 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53233
The Irish Cultural and Heritage Center hosts a variety of events and works to preserve Irish culture and heritage while serving the entire community. From conferences to performances to weddings, this venue is the perfect spot for any event.
1234 W Tory Hill St. Milwaukee, WI 53233
The Haggerty Museum of Art, founded in 1984, is home to Marquette University’s art collection. They feature 8-9 exhibitions a year in addition to its vast permanent art collection.
770 N 12th St. Milwaukee, WI 53233
The Al McGuire Center is a sports arena home to Marquette women’s volleyball and basketball teams. The center also includes strength and conditioning and sports medicine facilities, an academic center for student-athletes, and a Marquette Athletics Hall of Fame.
3046 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53208
Brumder Mansion is a Victorian-style Bed & Breakfast and home to intimate professional theatre company The Milwaukee Entertainment Group. Tours are offered daily. Visit their website for information on upcoming shows.
2000 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53233
The Pabst Mansion is a museum and non-profit organization that works to preserve the legacy of the Pabst family and their impact on Milwaukee. The Mansion is open for tours. Visit their website to book tickets.
3000 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53208
Tripoli Shrine Center is a banquet and event hall available for events ranging from meetings, weddings, fundraisers, holiday parties, and more. Visit their website to book now.
Hotels & Lodging
Take a look at some of Milwaukee’s top employers and other Near West Side institutions that provide essential services and boost our city’s growing economy.
2308 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53233
The Ambassador Inn and Hotel at Marquette is an intimate stay for both business and leisure travel.
725 N 22nd St. Milwaukee, WI 53233
The Biller Hotel offers a clean, quiet, comfortable environment for those looking for any length of a stay or seeking temporary housing.
3001 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53208
The Village Inn is a hotel situated in the heart of downtown Milwaukee near several Milwaukee attractions and destinations.
Parks
Find scenic greenery, dog-friendly atmospheres and family play areas at one of our beautiful neighborhood parks.
W Highland Blvd. Milwaukee, WI 53208
461 N 35th St. Milwaukee, WI 53208
936 N. 19th St. Milwaukee, WI 53233
343 N 42nd St. Milwaukee, WI 53208
Places of Worship
The Near West Side accommodates a spiritually diverse community – whether you’re looking for a traditional chapel or a nondenominational space, a place of worship is never far away.
2810 W Highland Blvd. Milwaukee, WI 53208
639 N 25th St. Milwaukee, WI 53233
1145 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53233
2925 W State St. Milwaukee, WI 53208
1115 N 35th St, Milwaukee, WI 53208
2324 W State St. Milwaukee, WI 53233
3022 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53208
631 N 19th St. Milwaukee, WI 53233
1617 W State St. Milwaukee, WI 53233
2722 W Highland Blvd. Milwaukee, WI 53208
2812 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53208
3005 W Michigan St. Milwaukee, WI 53208
3320 W Vliet St. Milwaukee, WI 53208
Restaurants & Bars
A great meal is just around the corner. The Near West Side has an abundance of local eateries and national establishments alike, where you can find coffee, brunch, supper clubs and more.
2308 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53233
Upscale Eatery serving Midwestern Cuisine & Cocktails
2416 W State St. Milwaukee, WI 53233
Restaurant specializing in Steaks, Seafood, Wine & Cocktails
2308 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53233
Bar serving Artisan Cocktails, Wine, & Local Craft and Microbrews
2532 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53233
Takeout Restaurant serving Buffalo Wings, Gyros, Salads, and More!
1601 W Wells St. Milwaukee, WI 53233
Marquette-themed Restaurant serving Burgers and Fries
4000 W Clybourn St. Milwaukee, WI 53208
Bar and Restaurant
Retail
The Near West Side makes your weekend errands easy. Pick up groceries, fit in a workout or get a stylish haircut all in the neighborhood.
Arts
527 N 27th St. Milwaukee, WI 53208
Ardent Music Studios offers music instruction, recording, and production services.
2930 W Clybourn St. Milwaukee, WI 53208
The Lab at Tom Fritz Studio has offered quality lab services to the Milwaukee photography community for over 20 years.
Beauty & Salon Services
825 N 27th St. Milwaukee, WI 53208
Hair by ROZ is a hair salon.
Auto Services
2313 W Wells St. Milwaukee, WI 53233
John the Muffler Man is a full-service auto maintenance repair shop.
3706 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53208
Midas is an auto repair shop great for oil or tire changes, brakes, and all other maintenance.
2323 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53233
Scrub a Dub Car Wash offers car washes, oil changes, and other general car maintenance.
505 N 27th St. Milwaukee, WI 5320
Two Brothers Automotive Repair and Sales is an auto repair shop.
Pharmacy & Convenience Stores
930 N 27th St. Milwaukee, WI 53208
Family Dollar Store is a discount chain carrying a variety of goods, including groceries, household items & beauty products.
3727 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53208
Hayat Pharmacy provides pharmacy services such as free prescription delivery, medication therapy management, medication synchronization, and safe medication disposal.
1600 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53233
3522 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53208
Walgreens is a drugstore chain with health & beauty aids, prescriptions & photo services, plus mini-mart basics.
Food Markets
201 S Hawley Ct. Milwaukee, WI 53214
The Mobile Market is a grocery store on wheels that travels throughout Milwaukee County to provide fresh and healthy food.
2131 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233
Kassees Food Market is a grocery store in Historic Concordia.
2819 W Richardson Pl. Milwaukee, WI 53208
A full choice food pantry run out of Neighborhood House of Milwaukee providing emergency food for families and individuals in the 53208 and 53233 area.
3743 W Vliet St. Milwaukee, WI 53208
The Vliet Street Oasis Market is a seasonal produce stand offering fresh produce from local farmers, tasty treats, and community bonding.
2336 W Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53233
Quick Pick Food Mart is a local convenience store.
824 N 16th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233
Sendik’s Fresh 2 Go is a grocery store with a deli and bakery plus a selection of wine and takeaway fare.
Laundry Services
811 North 16th St. Milwaukee, WI 53233
Maytag Tanning & Laundry offers coin-laundry, drop-off laundry, and dry cleaning services.
509 N 27th St, Milwaukee, WI 53208
Peter’s Dry Cleaners is a dry cleaning shop.
547 N 27th St., Milwaukee, WI 53208
Suds your Duds is a coin laundromat.
