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Milwaukee Travel Guide

Milwaukee, Wisconsin derives its name from the Native American Algonquian word ‘Millioke’, meaning the good, beautiful, pleasant land. Situated along the wonderful landscape of the bluffs and shores of Lake Michigan and the convergence of three rivers: the Menomonee, the Kinnickinnic and the Milwaukee Rivers, its easy to understand why.

When planning to visit Milwaukee, don’t forget to pack your jacket! Due to its proximity to the Great Lakes, the city is subject to rapidly changing weather and experiences a full range of seasonal climate conditions. As a result, Milwaukee has the second-coldest average annual temperature in the United States.

The largest city in the state of Wisconsin, Milwaukee is home to several Fortune 500 companies such as Johnson Controls, Kohl’s, Northwestern Mutual and Harley-Davidson. However, despite only representing a fraction of its bustling economy, Milwaukee is probably best known for beer. Home to the Miller Brewing Company, Milwaukee has an innumerable amount of taverns, bars, pubs and microbreweries.

In recent years the city has been trying to revitalize its metro area with other attractions. It recently restored a warehouse district into a registered National Historic Landmark, now known as the artsy Third Ward, which features dining, nightclubs, art galleries, and shopping. The city also hosts the annual Summerfest, listed in the Guiness Book of World Records as the largest music festival in the world.

Other Milwaukee attractions include the Milwaukee County Zoo, the Milwaukee Public Museum, and the Bradley Center. Sports fans can catch an NBA Bucks or NHL Admirals game at the Bradley Center or root for the Brewers at Miller Park. The city also features several fun cruises on Lake Michigan and the Milwaukee River. So whether your family is looking for a good time or just a good beer, you’re bound to find it in Milwaukee!

Milwaukee Area Attractions

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