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Sightseeing in Milwaukee - what to see. Complete travel guide

Milwaukee Lakefront 1. In Milwaukee, two big international airports accommodate flights from over a hundred cities. There is also railway service between Milwaukee and cities of other American states.
2. It is more interesting to admire architectural attractions in the evening. When it gets dark, many buildings are decorated with spectacular lights.
3. In Milwaukee, the most interesting festivals and holidays are held in summer. Most of the entertainment programs within them are free.
4. During the period between May and October, many museums and cultural centers are open up to 8 pm. For the rest of the year, they are closed earlier so it is recommended to clarify their opening hours beforehand.
5. In the city, there are a lot of hotels. The most expensive ones are located on central streets. On Howell Avenue, there are a lot of budget hotels. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
6. Shopping enthusiasts should walk along the most famous shopping street in Milwaukee, Brady St. There are a lot of exclusive brand shops, fashion boutiques, and special gift shops.
7. Those who prefer fish and seafood dishes should visit local restaurants on Friday. The city has an interesting tradition, “Fish Friday”. On this day, restaurants offer more inimitable dishes.
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8. Beer connoisseurs will be impressed by bars on N Water. Here, they can taste special beer from barrels produced in a local brewery.
9. The most comfortable type of public transport here is buses that run clearly on schedule. In Milwaukee, taxi services are quite expensive so it is fine only for a big company to travel within the city by taxi.
10. In summer, the Lake Express regularly runs from the port. This way, you can reach the most popular beaches and recreation areas on the shore of Lake Michigan.
11. In the city, there are a lot of beautiful parks that are thoroughly cared for. There are well-equipped areas for picnics. If you leave garbage in the wrong place, you will pay a hefty fine.
12. Bike trips are also very common in Milwaukee. In many districts and parks of the city, there are special bike paths.
13. Here, strict control over selling alcohol and tobacco products is established. Young people are recommended to have a passport with them.
14. Independent tourists who do not visit restaurants or cafes should drop in the Milwaukee Public Market. It offers a wide range of products at affordable prices.
15. Fickle weather is quite typical for Milwaukee so you should take warm clothes with you even if you travel in summer. It is also recommended to take an umbrella or a raincoat if you go for a walk.
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What to visit being in Milwaukee - unique sights

100 East Wisconsin

From the series “Famous buildings of Postmodern architecture”
Check on the map:   Distance from Milwaukee center - 0.4 km.
Another architectural landmark important for the city is located near it. This is the Northwestern Mutual Tower. It is slightly higher than the main competitor. But it is significantly inferior to it in its design characteristics. The best specialists of Clark Tribble Harris & Li Company worked on the construction of a skyscraper. They borrowed a lot of architectural solutions from the previous building when drawing up the project. Therefore, the skyscraper of 100 East Wisconsin is very similar to a historic building. … Read further

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