Why Milwaukee?

Top Ten Reasons to Choose Milwaukee

There are many reasons why Milwaukee should be the first choice on your short list– here are ten of them to start with.

  1. Value

    Whether you are looking to book a block of rooms, organize an executive banquet or see the sights via coach tour, Milwaukee offers a price to satisfy every pocketbook. Our city features big-city entertainment at small-town prices. Each month, this City of Festivals hosts more than 150 events, attractions, exhibits and performances—many available for free or less than $10. So no matter how big your guest list is, you never have to worry.

  2. Convention Center

    Milwaukee’s Frontier Airlines Center is one of the most distinctive in the country. In addition to the first-class amenities available to every group, its halls are lined with a $1.2 million public art display that transforms an already spectacular convention facility into a vibrant and alluring museum. The diverse artwork represents the fascinating history, geography and culture of Wisconsin.

  3. Accessibility

    One of the nation’s top three airports in user friendliness is located just eight miles from downtown, with plenty of shuttles, taxis, limousine services and coach transports to get groups back and forth. An Amtrak station is conveniently located right outside the terminal. Milwaukee’s Intermodal Station, with Amtrak and Greyhound Bus facilities, is mere blocks from the Convention Center Campus. Interstates 94 and 43 flow into and out of the city for quick freeway access throughout downtown and the outlying areas. Once you’ve settled in, you’ll discover an inviting summer trolley line, plenty of taxis and a great public transportation system that make getting around town a breeze.

  4. Redevelopment

    Milwaukee’s heritage shines through in the city’s rich traditions, including some of the world’s largest cultural and ethnic celebrations. We’re proud of our roots, which include our legendary brewing legacy, world-class park system and down-to-earth attitude.  Milwaukee offers the one-of-a-kind attractions that make a meeting memorable, including the world’s only Harley-Davidson Museum and Potawatomi Bingo Casino, the nation’s largest Native American casino. From the colorful food vendors and lively atmosphere of the Milwaukee Public Market, to the soaring wings of the acclaimed Milwaukee Art Museum, exclusive attractions, shops and restaurants await in every corner of our city.

  5. A Green City

    VISIT Milwaukee is a proud member of the Convene Green Alliance—an organization created to promote green practices throughout member cities. Milwaukee makes it easy with one of the nation’s best park systems alongside one of the world’s largest bodies of fresh water. Through numerous eco-friendly initiatives, Milwaukee is preserving and protecting these treasures for future generations. At the same time, we’re increasing our “green appeal” to visitors who have an environmentally friendly approach to travel.

  6. Unique Meeting Venues

    If you’re looking to step outside of the meeting “box,” look no further. Take your event to the next level with a gathering that will leave your attendees talking. Whether it’s the opportunity to marvel at the world’s first motorcycle at the Harley-Davidson Museum, the chance to stand beneath a magnificent pair of steel wings as big as a Boeing 747 at the Milwaukee Art Museum, or taking in the lakefront from the fabulous vista of a 1920s Italianate villa, we’ve got you covered.

  7. Diversity and Neighborhoods

    From its very beginnings, Milwaukee has proven itself to be a place where people with ethnic roots from all over the world come together to form a community of great cultural diversity. This multicultural population has flourished and grown over the years, influencing every facet of the city’s evolving personality and creating the “majority-minority” Milwaukee that exists today.You’ll find Milwaukee’s heritage reflected in its eclectic neighborhoods just minutes from downtown. The former warehouses of the Historic Third Ward have given way to the city’s newest arts and fashion district. Brady Street offers a bohemian mix of coffee houses, boutiques and nightlife. In East Town, you’ll find an array of restaurants to suit any taste and budget, along with some of Milwaukee’s trendiest bars and clubs.

  8. Downtown Walkability and Safety

    Whether you want to sail the harbor, hoist a tankard in the Old German Beer Hall, gather with friends for a shopping spree on Brady Street or take in a world-class opera or ballet, you can achieve it all in downtown Milwaukee. Most of the finest attractions are within walking distance of each other. Or take advantage of the convenient public transportation system that will help you see the sights and then some. And you’ll always feel comfortable in the city ranked the second-safest in America by yahoo.com

  9. Warm Welcome

    Milwaukee has the world-class meeting facilities and the diverse cultural arts scene. It has the attractions. It also has something other places don’t have: the people. What distinguishes Milwaukee from other cities is the warm hospitality and friendly attitude of the people who live and work here. This personal touch and heartfelt welcome make it an extraordinary place to visit, and one that will leave a positive impression on every attendee.

  10. VISIT Milwaukee CVB

    Without a proper guide, the charms of a city may be lost to those who visit it. Not so in Milwaukee. Our award-winning convention services department can be counted on to provide assistance sure to catch meeting planners’ attention. The 300+ members of our volunteer corps exhibit an unbridled enthusiasm for the city and possess a wealth of knowledge about its attractions, hotels, restaurants and transportation. From leading tours to providing meet-and-greets at the airport, these experienced and enthusiastic professionals make every event special, helping you get the most out of your Milwaukee experience.