Quick Tour
Around the Ward in 90 Minutes
"Growing up in Milwaukee, I enjoyed learning about my hometown. There were several times I was able to say, 'I didn't know that!' Oh yes, the food was delicious!!" — Barb N.
"Growing up in Milwaukee, I enjoyed learning about my hometown. There were several times I was able to say, 'I didn't know that!' Oh yes, the food was delicious!!" — Barb N.
The Perfect Introduction to Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward
The Historic Third Ward is now one of the most beautiful and frequently visited neighborhoods in Milwaukee, home to great restaurants, local boutiques, and some of the city’s swankiest new condos. Just beneath the surface, however, is the history of Milwaukee’s industrial past and its rebirth as one of the Midwest’s most thriving cities. Join us for a quick and in-depth tour of the Third Ward’s historic architecture, local artwork, and fascinating history, finished with a sweet treat from one of our favorite spots.
To enjoy a vegetarian-friendly tasting, you must notify us when you book. Sorry, but we can’t accommodate other food allergies or dietary preferences.
Highlights
A Deep Dive into Milwaukee’s Past – And Dessert (Of Course!)
- An in-depth experience led by a local expert tour guide, with time left over to explore on your own.
- Learn about Milwaukee’s secret history as the birthplace of its own style of pizza!
- Explore inside historic buildings and see incredible local artwork.
- Hear the harrowing history and bloody tales of the Third Ward before it became the cultural destination it is today.
- Finish your tour with a sweet treat from one of our favorite dessert stops!
Frequently Asked Questions
Hidden history led by a local Milwaukee expert.
Will local Milwaukeeans enjoy your tours?
Absolutely! More than half of our guests are local to the Milwaukee area, and they always say the same thing: “I learned so much about Milwaukee’s history and restaurant scene that I didn’t know!” Locals who come on our tours will find their new favorite date night spot, and can impress their visiting friends with all their Milwaukee “insider” knowledge.
I hate feeling like a tourist. Will the guide have a bullhorn and an umbrella?
Yeah, we hate that, too. And, no, no umbrellas or bullhorns. Our guides feel more like part of the group. They’re friendly without being annoying, and they don’t just recite a script. We hire people who love this city, and we train them extensively to make their job look effortless. No cringey tourist stuff, we promise.
This seems like a lot to spend on sample bites. How much do we get to eat?
This sightseeing tour includes only 1 stop for dessert. For a more filling experience, we recommend one of our full food tours!
What happens if it rains or snows?
Rain or shine, you gotta eat! Unless the weather looks like it’ll threaten the safety of our guests or guides, the tours will run in most conditions. If it’s too wet or cold, we’ll just spend more time indoors at our restaurant partners.
Can you accommodate my dietary restriction?
If you let us know when you book your tour, we CAN provide vegetarian-friendly tasting, but we CANNOT offer alternatives or substitutions for any other allergies (including lactose intolerant) or dietary restrictions (including vegan and gluten free). Vegetarian-friendly options must be requested in advance during the ticket purchase process.
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If you need to cancel your reservation and provide us 48 hours or more notice when doing so, you will receive a full refund. Any cancellations requested with less than 48 hours notice will not be refunded unless you added the Tour Ticket Insurance option for $2 per ticket during the check-out process. No-shows will be charged the full price unless they had taken out the tour insurance option.
In the event that you must cancel less than 48 hours prior to the tour date/start time, and did not have Tour Ticket Insurance, no refund will be provided.
Customers will also receive a full refund or credit in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation.