Paddle past Milwaukee’s skyline and landmark stories with a guide
1.5 - 2 Hours
Take a laid-back, guided paddle through downtown Milwaukee on the Milwaukee River. Your guide navigates the waterway and shares history behind notable landmarks.
Recommended age is 6+. Dress for the weather and plan to bring your own sunscreen, water, and a change of clothes.
Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Yes. Have everyone in your party fill out the waiver before you arrive, or sign it onsite using the QR code.
Bring sunscreen, water, a change of clothes and shoes, sandals or water shoes, and a swimsuit.
Dress for the weather. Towels and extra clothes for after your paddle are a good idea.
We are located at 820 S. Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53204
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.
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.
Erica Festge
June 20, 2026
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.
Erica Festge
June 20, 2026
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