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Historic Third Ward

Milwaukee, WI 53202
414-273-1173
Ranked #14 of 78 attractions in Milwaukee
4.5 of 5 stars 68 Reviews
Type: Neighbourhoods
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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

I've spent extended time in Milwaukee over many years, but only recently discovered how wonderful this corner of the city has become. Anchored by the festival grounds on the east (and the lakefront), and by the Milwaukee River on the south and west, the Third Ward is most impressive for its rehabbed apartment/condominium buildings, and the trendy shops and restaurants... More

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chicago, IL
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012 NEW

Love the Milwaukee Public Market, it is a great place to eat and shop! Love all the quaint little restaurants over here, lots of good food and libations. More

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Third Ward is an easy choice especially on a warm day, when all the boutiques and bars have the doors and windows open (very inviting). In the Third Ward variety is king! I am personally drawn to the bustling City Market to enjoy a bite to eat and a cocktail to sip. My family and I love the Pizzeria located... More

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WIsconsin
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

We headed for the Milwaukee Ale House down the Riverwalk from our room at the Hyatt. Wanted to check out their beer offereings which are great, try the Soloman Juneau beer, littly citruisy, but on a warm May day tasted good. Nice service, great view. Walked out onto Water Street and over to the Milwaukee Public Market...way cool place to... More

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Chilton, Wisconsin
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

This is the "fun downtown area" of Milwaukee. A few blocks from Lake Michigan...on the river! Wide variety of restaurants and clubs. More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

There are a lot of shops and restaurants to check out. Nice place to wander around. More

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Park Ridge, Illinois
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4 reviews 4 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012
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Both Milwaukke Ale House & Wicked hop are great resraurant options with great beer selections. More

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Detroit, Michigan
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

So many good restaurants, art exhibits, bars. Lots of people out enjoying this up-and-coming area. Especially great: Milwaukee Public Market, Swig Restaurant, Splash Studio! More

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Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

It is historic but we need grassy areas/parks in which to walk our dog (who we clean up after religiously) and another part of town calls us. We do drive there for lunch on weekends and are enjoying the restaurants. More

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Omaha, Nebraska
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

My daughter loved the campus...all the dorms are on one side of the central mall...and all the academic buildings are on the other Side. More

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