Milwaukee lies on the shores of Lake Michigan at the confluence of three rivers—the Milwaukee, Menomonee and Kinnickinnic. For centuries before the arrival of Europeans, the area was inhabited by indigenous peoples, such as the Potawatomi, Menominee, Fox and Winnebago. In 1647, missionary Jacques Marquette came to Milwaukee’s shores, and fur traders soon followed. The settlement was a secondary trading post until after the Revolutionary War, when Jacques Vieau established the “Milwaukee Outfit” and made the outpost an important stop on the western shores of Lake Michigan.
Shore Excursions
Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.
Highlights of Milwaukee
See the sights of Milwaukee, on the shores of Lake Michigan, during a panoramic excursion.
Milwaukee Art Museum
Immerse yourself in the fine collection of art that adorns the walls and galleries of the Milwaukee Art Museum.
Milwaukee by Kayak
Explore Milwaukee from the vantage point of the rivers that run through it during an informative kayaking trip.
Churches & Chocolates
Explore the spires and steeples of Milwaukee and visit a local chocolate shop for a sweet treat.
Craft Breweries of Milwaukee
Visit some of Milwaukee’s finest brewers and discover age-old brewing techniques and modern innovations.
Bird-watching at the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
Grab your binoculars and head out with an ornithologist to view birdlife at the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center.
