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Overview

With 191 different blocks, it should come as no surprise that Milwaukee is known as a ‘City of Neighborhoods’. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll be introduced to two of its most interesting suburbs, Brady Street and the Lower Eastside, and their architecture. You’ll begin by discovering the impact that Polish and Italian immigrants had on Brady Street Historic District, including delicious Italian cuisine at Sciortino’s Bakery and Glorioso’s Deli. Finally, you’ll stroll down the city’s former Gold Coast to end this tour at the Oak Leaf Trail on Prospect Avenue, giving you the opportunity to continue your Milwaukee adventure independently on the Lake Line Trail. This family-friendly tour is an easy stroll, with the option to pop inside some of the city’s most interesting churches. Come hungry, there are plenty of opportunities to grab snacks, or discover your new favorite restaurant along the route.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

This self-guided audio tour starts in the parking lot at the five-point intersection on East Brady Street. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End Point

End point

This audio tour ends on North Prospect Avenue, a block away from the starting point.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

Itinerary

1. All Saints' Cathedral

On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll be introduced to two of its most interesting suburbs, Brady Street and the Lower Eastside, and their architecture. As you walk, you'll see and hear the history of All Saints' Cathedral.

2. St. Hedwig Three Holy Women Parish

On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll be introduced to two of its most interesting suburbs, Brady Street and the Lower Eastside, and their architecture. As you walk, you'll see and hear the history of St. Hedwig Parish

3. Peter Sciortino Bakery

You’ll begin by discovering the impact that Polish and Italian immigrants had on Brady Street Historic District, including delicious Italian cuisine at Sciortino’s Bakery and Glorioso’s Deli.

4. Glorioso's Italian Market

You’ll begin by discovering the impact that Polish and Italian immigrants had on Brady Street Historic District, including delicious Italian cuisine at Sciortino’s Bakery and Glorioso’s Deli.

5. St. Rita (Three Holy Women Parish)

Learn how St Rita’s Parish emulates the beloved Blessed Virgin of Pompeii Church, the original heart of the East Side’s Italian community

6. Cass Street Park

Spot Marina Lee’s colorful sculptures in Cass Street Park

7. Marshall Park

On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll be introduced to two of its most interesting suburbs, Brady Street and the Lower Eastside, and their architecture. As you walk, you'll see and hear the history of Marshall Park

8. St. Paul's Episcopal Church

You’ll visit Lower Eastside landmarks like the world’s largest Tiffany glass window at St. Paul’s Church and a building rumored to be a spite house, next to the historical and very ornate Miller House and Downer House.

9. Robert “Rabbie” Burns Monument by William Grant Stevenson, RSA

Meet the writer who composed 'Auld Lang Syne' at the city’s Robert Burns Statue

10. Jewish Museum Milwaukee

On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll be introduced to two of its most interesting suburbs, Brady Street and the Lower Eastside, and their architecture. As you walk, you'll see and hear the history of Jewish Museum of Milwaukee

11. Mexican Consulate

On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll be introduced to two of its most interesting suburbs, Brady Street and the Lower Eastside, and their architecture. As you walk, you'll see and hear the history of Mexican Consulate

12. Oak Leaf Trail

Finally, you’ll stroll down the city’s former Gold Coast to end this tour at the Oak Leaf Trail on Prospect Avenue, giving you the opportunity to continue your Milwaukee adventure independently on the Lake Line Trail.