Historic Third Ward Walking Tour

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About this activity

The Historic Third Ward was the first stop for many of Milwaukee's European immigrants, particularly the Irish and later the Italians. Close to cheap housing and available jobs, these new arrivals created close-knit communities. Like most major industrial cities, the Third Ward had a significant and destructive fire in 1892, which reshaped the landscape to much of what you see today. In the 1970s, this area experienced a resurgence that transformed factories and warehouses into condos and mixed adaptive reuse.

On this tour, learn about the neighborhood landscape as well as the Irish and Italian immigrants as well as the impact of the LGBTQ+ community and other residents. Stops include the Milwaukee Public Market (2005), Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD) (1974), and Commission Row (1894).

This walking tour is 1 mile in length.

Travelers are recommended to bring (weather permitting): good walking shoes, water, sunscreen, and/or umbrella.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min – 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–10
Audio guide: English
Guide: English
Operated by: Historic Milwaukee

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Audio Headsets

Itinerary

Stop 1

15 min

Meet your guide at the Historic Store located at the corner of E. Michigan St. and N. Broadway.
Historic Third Ward

Passing by

This tour explores Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward. This tour explores themes of industrial heritage, adaptive reuse, and social history present in this neighborhood. The Historic Third Ward was also one of the hubs for Milwaukee's Irish & Italian communities.
Stop 3

Passing by

An example of a “tied house” --tavern built and leased by brewers, served one brand exclusively, in this case Pabst
Milwaukee Public Market

Passing by

The iconic Milwaukee Public Market was built in 2005.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We meet at the Milwaukee Store which is located at 235 E. Michigan St. (on the corner of Michigan St. and Broadway).

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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
Not recommended for travelers who can not walk or use a mobility device for the duration of the tour