Getting Around Town
Getting around the Milwaukee area is just as easy as getting to it! Local transportation options abound, and the city’s compact, walkable downtown makes exploring a snap. If you find yourself in need of assistance, just look for the blue shirt or jacket worn by the Public Service Ambassadors, Milwaukee’s walking concierges employed by our partner Milwaukee Downtown BID #21.
Walking
Milwaukee’s compact downtown makes it easily walkable. The 3-mile Milwaukee RiverWalk winds through downtown, connecting the Beerline B neighborhood to Old World Third Street Entertainment District and then the Historic Third Ward.
Public Transportation
MCTS buses, including the new CONNECT Bus Rapid Transit Line (BRT), run throughout downtown Milwaukee and the rest of the county. Download the Umo mobile app, which makes it easy for all to get around with route information and real-time bus tracking - you can even buy your fare directly from your phone!
Taxis
Ride with peace of mind with zTrip. Milwaukee’s largest, most trusted taxi company, zTrip offers reliable service without surge pricing. Book a ride 24/7 365 days a year to get to enjoy a night out, get to the airport, and so much more.
Trains
Located downtown, the recently renovated Milwaukee Intermodal Station features 14 total Amtrak departures daily between Chicago and Milwaukee, and daily direct departures between Minneapolis/St. Paul. Connect through Chicago to over 500 cities nationwide. Check the schedule here.
Electric Vehicles
Whether you are renting an electric vehicle or driving down with one, knowing where you can recharge is important. Milwaukee has charging stations located all throughout the city. Plugshare, ChargeFinder, EVHype and ChargeHub are helpful tools to keep your vehicles at full charge during your stay.
Streetcar
The Hop streetcar connects some of Milwaukee’s most popular neighborhoods and attractions on its 2-mile route, starting at the Milwaukee Intermodal Station and looping through downtown. To get real-time updates on Hop vehicles, click here for the Hop app. Best of all - rides on The Hop are free to all!
Ferry
The Lake Express Ferry is a state-of-the-art auto/passenger ferry linking Milwaukee with Muskegon, Michigan. The 2-hour trip offers passengers a faster and more direct route than driving south around Lake Michigan through the Chicago area.
Private Transportation
Milwaukee has several private transportation options that can accommodate groups both large and small. AccuTrans Group, Badger Coaches, Callaway Transportation, Coach USA Milwaukee/Wisconsin Coach Lines, Tootl, Lamers Bus Lines, Lamers Tour & Travel, Luxury SUV Rides, Milwaukee Food & City Tours, National Charter Bus, Blackline Limousines, City Tours MKE, GOJO Ride, GOGO Charters and Go Riteway Transportation Group are great options should you need a private bus rental while you explore the city.
Ride Share
Uber and Lyft both operate in Milwaukee. Use code VISITMKE ( or visit www.lyft.com/i/visitmke) for $10 off two rides from Lyft.
RV
Wisconsin State Fair Park is the only RV park in metro Milwaukee and is conveniently located just off I-94. Take advantage of proximity to top attractions and a variety of on-site amenities.
Accessibility
All Milwaukee city buses are wheelchair-accessible via a ramp at the front of the bus. Other accessible rides can be arranged through local non-emergency transportation companies, like Tootl or zTrip. The Amtrak train between Milwaukee and Chicago is also wheelchair accessible. Find accessibility resources in Milwaukee here.
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