Third Ward Neighborhood

The Historic Third Ward is one of downtown Milwaukee’s most popular and frequently visited neighborhoods. The Third Ward is bordered by Lake Michigan to the east, Downtown Milwaukee to the north, the Milwaukee River to the west and Walker’s Point to the south. The Historic Third Ward offers plenty of things to do right outside your door!

Walk to the lakefront, stroll along the riverwalk, enjoy nearby restaurants, coffee shops, bars, boutique shopping, museums, Milwaukee’s Public Market, and more!  The Historic Third Ward is home to famous Milwaukee staples like Summerfest, Lakeshore State Park, The Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design (MIAD), the Milwaukee Public Market, and the Milwaukee Riverwalk.

The Historic Third Ward has a stellar Walk Score of 95, and is rated as a walker’s paradise.