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    Historic Third Ward Guided Walking Tour

    Trace immigrant stories and neighborhood change in Milwaukee’s Third Ward

    4.7 stars• 58 reviews

    Duration

    2 hours

    Includes

    Guided walking tour, Audio headsets

    Highlights

    Explore Milwaukee’s Third Ward through the stories of the communities that shaped it. Discover how immigration, industry, fire, and adaptive reuse transformed the neighborhood.

    • Explore the history of Irish and Italian immigrant communities
    • Discover how the 1892 fire reshaped the Third Ward
    • Learn about the LGBTQ+ community and other residents
    • See the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design and Commission Row

    Itinerary

    1. Tour begins at the Historic Milwaukee Store located at 235 E. Michigan St., Milwaukee, WI 53202.
    2. Follow a 1 mile walking tour route through the Third Ward
    3. This tour ends at the Milwaukee Public Market.

    What's Included

    • Audio headsets

    Important details

    • Arrive 10–20 minutes early to allow time for parking and check-in
    • Requires walking or using a mobility device for the duration of the tour
    • A credit card processing fee applies

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund available within 48 hours of booking. Tickets are non-refundable after that. Tours take place rain or shine and may be canceled in severe weather. If Historic Milwaukee cancels the tour, a refund is available.

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    FAQs

    Service dogs are welcome. Leave other pets at home.

    Gratuities for the volunteer tour guide are not required but are appreciated.

    Meeting details

    Historic Milwaukee Store, 235 E. Michigan St., Milwaukee, WI 53202

    Experience provided by Historic Milwaukee

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    Adult

    $17.78

    For Ages 13 and Up! Membership redemption on next page!

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    Child

    $9.05

    For Ages 5-12!

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    Infant

    $0.33

    For Ages 4 and Under!

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Great customer service from Kat. So glad I found this shop with perfect gifts for Milwaukee history enthusiasts.

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    John Krupka

    August 11, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Great customer service from Kat. So glad I found this shop with perfect gifts for Milwaukee history enthusiasts.

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    John Krupka

    August 11, 2026

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