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    Best of Milwaukee Half-Day Kayak Tour

    Paddle Milwaukee’s riverfront and visit famed breweries on a guided half-day adventure.

    From$145/ person

    Duration

    4 hrs

    Includes

    Kayak gear, Brewery samples

    Highlights

    Explore Milwaukee's riverfront by kayak, stopping at iconic breweries and local landmarks along the way. Enjoy guided paddling, beer tastings, and scenic city views during this half-day outing.

    1. Start with a dry-land paddle lesson for confidence
    2. Launch smoothly using the Yak Port system
    3. Paddle to Lakefront Brewery for craft beer samples
    4. Continue to Rock Bottom Brewery and photograph the Bronze Fonz
    5. Visit Usinger's Sausage and Old World Third Street shops

    What's Included

    1. Kayak, paddle, and life jacket
    2. Guided brewery tours
    3. Beer samples

    Things to know

    All participants must complete an online waiver before arrival. Bring a mask, swimsuit, sunscreen, water, and a change of clothes.

    Cancellation policy

    Customers receive a full refund with 24 hours’ notice. A full refund is also provided if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.

    Experience provided by Brew City Kayak
    Experience provided by Brew City Kayak

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    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    Person

    $145

    Ages 6+

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    Each booking directly supports small businesses in our community.

    4.9 stars• 415 reviews

    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    415 reviews•Google Maps

    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

    We had a wonderful time! Chris was the the best tour guy and took us all over the city and we had such amazing food and drinks. He even took a bunch of photos and air dropped them to us!

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    Kelsey Westman

    September 5, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had a wonderful time! Chris was the the best tour guy and took us all over the city and we had such amazing food and drinks. He even took a bunch of photos and air dropped them to us!

    Photo of Kelsey Westman

    Kelsey Westman

    September 5, 2025

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