Wauwatosa Travel Guide
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
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Fiserv Forum
Catch an event at Fiserv Forum during your trip to Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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
Why not visit the animals who call Milwaukee County Zoo home during your trip to Milwaukee? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Milwaukee River Walk
After visiting Milwaukee River Walk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Wauwatosa
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee-West Medical Center by IHG
"The property is old and dirty. We had several issues. Including having another guest enter our room at 11:00 PM. And the staff was unresponsive about our concerns. Another person in our group had their bathroom door fall off and they had to be moved to another room. Another in our group had a shower ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Renaissance Milwaukee West Hotel
"Very clean, modern, classy feel."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Milwaukee West/Wauwatosa
"This location is a hidden Gem! Quiet location by close to the Milwaukee County Zoo and local restaurants. Everything was no more than 8 minutes by car from us."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
"The staff was phenomenal!! Our rooms were clean and comfortable. They refilled coffee and water promptly when asked. The complimentary valet and free parking was a bonus."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
The Pfister Hotel
"It’s a beautiful hotel. The lobby is magnificent and the rooms are lovely. The staff is very well trained and attentive. The spa was a delight and was able to accommodate us with last minute hair appointments for a wedding. Fabulous concierge staff - very helpful and friendly. The food was fine but ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
"Room wasn’t clean clean drain had hairs needed vacuumed room little dirty my room had bags of trash or clothes by door or neighbors door. No free Bfast paid good money. The doors slam shut so every time a neighbor left slaaaammm!! 6 am slam 1am 3am slam!!! The staff knew nothing about the location. ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Wauwatosa
Downtown Milwaukee
Lake Michigan and Cathedral Square are a few top attractions in Downtown Milwaukee. Hop around the city on the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries.
West Allis
West Allis is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Milwaukee Mile Speedway and Wisconsin State Fair Park.
Historic Third Ward
Unique features of Historic Third Ward include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Lake Michigan or Milwaukee Public Market while you're exploring the area.
East Town
Lake Michigan and Cathedral Square are top sights in East Town, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.
