Free & Cheap Things to Do in Milwaukee, WI

  • The list below includes 156 free or cheap things to do in or near Milwaukee, Wisconsin, including 74 different types of inexpensive activities like Breweries, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Neighborhoods.
  • From Kettle Moraine State Forest to Marquette University, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Milwaukee and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Racine, Waukesha, Cedarburg and Franklin.
  • The list below includes 156 free or cheap things to do in or near Milwaukee, Wisconsin, including 74 different types of inexpensive activities like Breweries, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Neighborhoods.
  • From Kettle Moraine State Forest to Marquette University, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Milwaukee and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Racine, Waukesha, Cedarburg and Franklin.
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Lightspeed Entertainment 4251 South 27th Street, Greenfield, WI MoreLess Info
Go-karts whiz by at up to 25 mph on 1/10 mile track; multilevel, spaceship-themed 4,500 sq. ft. laser-tag arena designed with safety in mind
1.1 Miles
93% 1132 votes
Breweries 1872 N Commerce St, Milwaukee, WI 53212 MoreLess Info
This brewery has a variety of beers that include organic gluten free, and multiple seasonal beers. For a small fee you can take one of 3 types of tours which include a souvenir pint glass and 6 oz pours of beer.
0.7 Miles
94% 1822 votes
Specialty Museums 400 W. Canal St., Milwaukee, WI MoreLess Info
Bike enthusiasts will be able to spend hours at the Harley-Davidson Museum. Discover the history of the country's hog of choice and enjoy the many unique souvenirs at the gift shop.
0.8 Miles
92% 807 votes
Natural History Museums 800 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233 MoreLess Info
The Milwaukee Public Museum contains over 4.5 million objects in its anthropology, zoology, history, and botany exhibits, among many others. The museum also offers fun events for small children to adults, including sci-fi movie fests and alien world exhibits.
1.8 Miles
97% 154 votes
Other Entertainment 24 W Randolph, Milwaukee, WI 60601 MoreLess Info
Voted many times to be one of the best movie theaters in America, the Oriental Theater is one of the only remaining movie palaces in the country. It offers gourmet concessions and each movie is introduced with their trademark pipe organ, as it has done for the past 84 years.
1.0 Miles
92% 125 votes
Breweries 613 S. Second Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204 MoreLess Info
The Milwaukee Brewing Company is a microbrewery that offers visitors tours of their beer making operation, with samples of the various styles of beer provided. The brewery also hosts Saturday open houses that feature samples and Q & A sessions.
1.8 Miles
97% 92 votes
Movie Theaters 2230 N Farwell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53202 MoreLess Info
Showing the latest films and blockbuster hits, Oriental Theatre is a lavishly decorated building with East Indian artwork like elephants, towers, and Buddha sculptures. The theater also serves alcoholic beverages for the movie.
2.3 Miles
92% 76 votes
Bowling 2078 S 7th St, Milwaukee, WI 53204 MoreLess Info
Koz's Mini Bowl is a unique mini-bowling alley featuring 4 mini bowling lanes, a pool table, darts, an old jukebox, and full-service bar. Mini bowling lanes feature smaller bowling balls, half-length lanes, and mini-pins. Leagues and party reservations are available.
3.0 Miles
82% 606 votes
Breweries 4000 W State St, Milwaukee, WI 53208 MoreLess Info
This 45-60 minute guided tour begins with a movie that shows the history of Miller Brewing Company and it includes samples of 3 different beers. There is a gift shop and souvenir photos are available for purchase.
0.5 Miles
78% 423 votes
Science Museums 500 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202 MoreLess Info
Home to a variety of interactive science, technology, and fresh and salt water aquariums, Discovery World, contains over 120,000 square feet of exhibit space. Visitors can learn about the Great Lakes, nuclear energy, air travel and more.
2.5 Miles
88% 123 votes
Factory Tours 3301 W. Canal Street, Milwaukee, WI 53208 MoreLess Info
With Palermo's Pizza Tour, visitors can tour a pizza manufacturer's factory and learn about the pizza making process. The company also hosts events like pizza making lessons, and pizza and beer socials.
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