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    2-Hour Kayak Rental in Milwaukee

    Paddle solo or share a tandem kayak on the water

    4.9 stars• 420 reviews
    From$41/ kayakincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 hrs

    Includes

    Single or tandem kayak rental

    Highlights

    Paddle at your own pace with a single or tandem kayak rental. Prepare for time on the water with practical items available for rent or purchase.

    • Paddle solo or with a partner in a tandem kayak
    • Keep essentials dry with a waterproof case available to rent or purchase
    • Pick up bottled water available for purchase
    • Bring sunscreen and water
    • Wear sandals or water shoes and a swimsuit
    • Pack a towel and change of clothes for after your paddle

    Important details

    • Complete a waiver before arrival; everyone in your party needs one

    Cancellation Policy

    Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice. No-shows are charged the full price. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

    FAQs

    Bring sunscreen, water, a swimsuit, sandals or water shoes, and a change of clothes. Pack a towel and extra clothes for after your paddle.

    Complete a waiver before arrival or onsite using the QR code. Everyone in your party needs a waiver.

    Dress for the weather and wear a swimsuit with sandals or water shoes.

    Meeting details

    820 S. Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53204

    Experience provided by Brew City Kayak LLC

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    Single Kayak Rental

    $41

    Select the number of single kayaks

    0

    Tandem Kayak Rental

    $75.17

    Select the number of tandem kayaks

    0

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
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    The vibe here is genuinely welcoming, with a crew that clearly knows how to make visitors feel taken care of. Multiple reviewers call out guides like Jenna, Emerson, Chris, and Ava by name, praising their friendly energy and local knowledge. Even longtime Milwaukee residents mention learning new things about their city on the tours. The booking process gets consistent thumbs up for being straightforward, and the team earns praise for handling logistics smoothly from check-in through equipment return. Most experiences involve enthusiastic guides who share interesting tidbits about the city, snap photos for guests, and maintain positive energy throughout the paddle. A couple reviews mention quieter guides or a no-show situation, though these seem to be outliers in an otherwise solid track record. The location itself is a bonus, with reviewers highlighting the nearby outdoor patio and food trucks as great spots to unwind after your time on the water. The flexible cancellation policy also gets specific appreciation from people who've had to adjust their plans.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Kayaking the Milwaukee River is an awesome way to experience the city from a different viewpoint, and we enjoyed renting through Brew City Kayak. We chose Brew City based on past experience, knowing that the staff are super friendly and the equipment would be in good shape and easy to use. There are other rental options that offer more direct drop in points further up the river, but we enjoy the moderate challenge of navigating the confluence of the KK and MKE river - and you can't beat the great view of the Hoan!! Listen to instructions, be courteous of other boats, wear sunscreen, be safe, and have fun.

    Photo of Erica Festge

    Erica Festge

    June 20, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Kayaking the Milwaukee River is an awesome way to experience the city from a different viewpoint, and we enjoyed renting through Brew City Kayak. We chose Brew City based on past experience, knowing that the staff are super friendly and the equipment would be in good shape and easy to use. There are other rental options that offer more direct drop in points further up the river, but we enjoy the moderate challenge of navigating the confluence of the KK and MKE river - and you can't beat the great view of the Hoan!! Listen to instructions, be courteous of other boats, wear sunscreen, be safe, and have fun.

    Photo of Erica Festge

    Erica Festge

    June 20, 2026

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