Historic Third Ward

Historic Third Ward

Historic Third Ward
4.5
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Every trip to Milwaukee should start in the Historic Third Ward. Explore our locally owned restaurants, spas, theaters, galleries, and boutiques all in a historic warehouse setting. The neighborhood is home to the award-winning Third Ward Riverwalk, the nationally acclaimed Milwaukee Public Market, and the world's largest music festival, Summerfest. Located just south of downtown Milwaukee.
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Kkoleary
Scottsdale, AZ783 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2021 • Couples
Full of restaurants and bars not much else. The St Paul Fish Restaurant is worth a visit for a quick bite … good food and service but too noisy to sit and chat. I would not go out of my way to visit 3the Third Ward or the Public market unless I specifically wanted to eat there.
Written June 6, 2021
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Kirstin D.
Port Huron, MI470 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2019
I love stopping by the Third Ward. My friend had a condo there foorbyesrs before moving out into the country. He introduced me to the great restaurants and to sushi, but I found the gorgeous florist, coffee shops, theatres, and Broadway Paper and stationery on my own. It is always fun and interesting. Depending on the time of the eeek occasionally the parking is a bit tight, but sometimes it is as easy as pie.
Written January 12, 2020
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Hi Kristin! Thank you so much for your kind words and for exploring the Ward. We're thrilled you have made it one of your favorite places. See you again soon.
Written January 13, 2020
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Anne M
Thousand Oaks, CA54 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022
We went on a Monday and it was pretty crowded I can't imagine a busy day. There is a cookie place with yummy vegan choc. chip cookies. Head upstairs with food for a bit more space.
Written April 24, 2022
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RonL40
Utica, NY3,633 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022
First time in Milwaukee, we visited the spectacular art museum and then walked to the Third Ward. Great place for people watching, the river walk, the public market, great restaurants and for us, a beautiful place to hunt books at Downtown Books. Excellent rethinking of what a historic neighborhood can be while retaining its character. If you're looking for a great rooftop bar, try the Benelux Cafe!
Written October 28, 2022
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Kelly Cathcart
Valparaiso, IN1,191 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023
This is a great neighborhood. There are lots of food and shopping. The mix of shops is resale to boutique paper shops. There are a few well priced parking lots. The Public Market is right here as well, a great place to grab a bite and people watch.
Written January 31, 2023
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Tom T
Milwaukee, WI362 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Friends
Best walking area of Milwaukee, great restaurants and bars, Charlie’s is great. Can’t beat the Milwaukee public market in this area. ..indeed plenty of something to see or do for everyone.
Written January 16, 2020
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Hi Tom! Thanks so much for exploring the Ward! See you again, soon!
Written January 17, 2020
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Mary Ann P
Fox Lake, Illinois12 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • Couples
Third Ward is a fun experience if you can stand crowded space. The Market has too many sellers to even try mentioning. There is a little bit of everything for sale from bloody marys to jewelry.
Written September 6, 2023
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CRoss121
New York City, NY41 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
Great collection of shops and restaurants. There is an Anthropologie and a Restoration Hardware outlet as well as some cute funky local boutiques and shops. There is a great Art Gallery (go!) and numerous restaurants. Spend an afternoon/evening and meander. You won’t be bored!
Written August 29, 2020
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Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Can't wait to see you around the Ward again soon.
Written October 6, 2020
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Paul U
Chicago, Illinois, United States3 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
Great spots to eat and shop - No chains and variety. Fish at St. Paul's is worth the wait. Anything in the Public Market is good. Local spots from pasta to bbq are all excellent.
Written March 5, 2020
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Hi Paul! Thanks so much for exploring the Ward. And you're right - the Hop is a great way to get here!
Written March 6, 2020
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James L
Bangor, WI156 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2021
Public market was good. Was told there were many little boutique shops, but honestly was not impressed with those. Many restaurants and looking at the old archit. buildings was more of what made Third Ward interesting.
Written October 9, 2021
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