Milwaukee Historic Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour
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About the Activity
Milwaukee is a city shaped by its waterways, its waves of immigrants, and its bold spirit-famous for its German heritage, its brewing traditions, and its knack for reinvention over nearly two centuries. Our journey today starts at Wisconsin Historical Marker three three three, which marks the heart of old Kilbourntown, walk through stories of rivalry, resilience, and remarkable change, all the way to the bustling Milwaukee Public Market in the Historic Third Ward. Go at your own pace. The tour never expires. This is a hand free experience, press play and put your phone in your pocket. The tour is location aware, and plays as you walk. It never expires.1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes
Private Tour
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Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Travel Date
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
The Tour never expires
Engaging stories that bring the city to life
Go at your own pace, start anytime and pause anytime.
Location Aware, GPS, Hands-free experience, audio stories play as you walk using GPS.
No Food
No Drink
No Human Guide, this is on our walking tour app and all outside
No Admission, it's all outside
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Locations in the itinerary
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Milwaukee Public Market
400 N Water St, , Milwaukee, United States, 53202-5513The tour ends at the Milwaukee Public Market, the perfect last stop, discover it's story and explore. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
The tour starts at the Wisconsin State Historical Marker 333, the original Kilbournetown, where Milwaukee started. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
3
One of the oldest in town, original, and one of the best, started by German immigrants, discover this spots story. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
4
Whats the story with this spot? Take the tour to find out. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
5
Pere Marquette Park
900 N. Plankinton Ave., Milwaukee, United States, 53203Discover the story of the area, and the park, learn it's story and many more on the tour. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Milwaukee
Milwaukee, United StatesExplore the streets, sites, buildings, statues, parks and stories of Milwaukee. The tour goes to the oldest spots and shares their history. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location7
Bronze Fonz
117 E Wells St, , Milwaukee, United States, 53202-3503The Fonz! Why is this statue here? Get a pic with the Fonz and hear his story. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationHear the story of the historic clock tower and discover the spots nearby. View Location
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Kilbourntown, the spot that started it all. The tour starts at the beginning. And then guides you step by step through Milwaukee. View Location
End point
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The market, one of the best spots to stop in town and a local favorite, you'll hear it's history then end the tour with a chance to explore. Perfect last stop. View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Audio Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketBelow are the instructions to take the tour. Please read :) Thank you for booking the Milwaukee Historic Downtown Walking Tour. Quick overview: 1. Get the WalknTours app 2. Register 3. Unlock the tour by choosing the tour and use code fonz1010 to unlock it Full ticket: HOW TO TAKE YOUR TOUR *Do not purchase the tour in the WalknTours app. Use Code fonz1010 *If you purchased more than one ticket make sure each user registers a unique account and email address. You will use the same experience code fonz1010 Step 1: Download the WalknTours app on iPhone or Android. https://onelink.to/ffpuug Step 2: Register an Account or Login Step 3: Open the Tour Select Milwaukee (Or select the tour in the Near Me section) Select the Milwaukee Historic Downtown Walking Tour and click it. Click "Enter Experience Code" Enter the Experience Code fonz1010 Click apply The tour is now unlocked and you can take it anytime. To take the tour go outside the Wisconsin State Historical Marker 333 If you have questions call/text US +1 617-991-3269 or email info@walkntours.comCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Chicago time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by WalknToursCreated on 16 May 2025Created on 16 Jun 2025
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