Milwaukee Pierhead Light, Milwaukee

Name: Milwaukee Pierhead Light
Address: (not the Breakwater Lighthouse), Milwaukee, 53202, United States

#47 among attractions in Milwaukee

Vernacular architecture, Lighthouse

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Facts and practical information

The Milwaukee Pierhead Light is an active lighthouse located in the Milwaukee harbor, just south of downtown. This aid to navigation is a 'sister' of the Kenosha North Pier Light. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 43°1'34"N, 87°53'43"W

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(not the Breakwater Lighthouse)Downtown Milwaukee (Historic Third Ward)Milwaukee 53202 United States

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Day trips

Milwaukee Pierhead Light – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee Public Market, The Shops of Grand Avenue, Betty Brinn Children's Museum.

1 miN
A-list art in an architectural landmark
Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee
25 min walk • The Milwaukee Art Museum, an architectural landmark and cultural beacon in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, stands as a testament to the city's commitment to the arts. This striking museum, known for its expansive collection and innovative design, draws visitors from around the...
0.9 miNW
Shopping, Flea market, Market
Milwaukee Public Market, Milwaukee
24 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Wisconsin's largest city, the Milwaukee Public Market is a vibrant fresh food emporium that has become a beloved institution for both locals and tourists alike. This bustling marketplace, located in the historic Third Ward neighborhood, offers...
1.3 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Shops of Grand Avenue, Milwaukee
33 min walk • The Avenue is an urban shopping plaza currently under renovation that spans three city blocks in the downtown neighborhood of Westown in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
0.9 miN
Museum, Children's museum
Betty Brinn Children's Museum, Milwaukee
24 min walk • The Betty Brinn Children's Museum is a non-profit children's museum located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
0.7 miN
Museum, Boat tours, Aquarium
Discovery World, Milwaukee
20 min walk • Discovery World is a nonprofit Science & Technology center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This museum is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of STEM majors through curiosity and creativity.
0.8 miN
Ship
Denis Sullivan, Milwaukee
20 min walk • The S/V Denis Sullivan is a replica three-masted, wooden, gaff rigged schooner from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She is a flagship of both the state of Wisconsin and of the United Nations Environment Programme.
1.3 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Music venue
Pabst Theater, Milwaukee
33 min walk • The Pabst Theater is an indoor performance and concert venue and landmark of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States. Colloquially known as "the Pabst", the theater hosts about 100 events per year.
0.9 miN
Bridge
Reiman Bridge, Milwaukee
24 min walk • The Reiman Pedestrian Bridge is a cable-stayed footbridge in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin that spans Lincoln Memorial Drive. It connects the Milwaukee Art Museum on the lakeshore to the east side of the downtown's central business district by way of O'Donnell Park, a multi-use park complex.
0.8 miW
Museum, History museum
National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum, Milwaukee
21 min walk • National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum is a museum devoted to bobblehead dolls. It is located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The museum claims to have 10,000 different bobbleheads from around the world, including a life-size bobblehead. It is the only bobblehead-specific museum in the world.
~1790 ftNW
Park, Music festival, Event
Summerfest, Milwaukee
9 min walk • Henry Maier Festival Park is a 75-acre festival park located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on the shore Lake Michigan and is the site of the annual Summerfest musical festival and the home of the American Family Insurance Amphitheater.
1 miN
History museum, Museum, Memorial
Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, Milwaukee
26 min walk • The Milwaukee County War Memorial is a memorial building located on Lake Michigan in Milwaukee, WI. It was designed by architect Eero Saarinen. Construction began in 1955 and the building was dedicated on Veterans Day in 1957.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Milwaukee Pierhead Light?

Nearby attractions include Marcus Amphitheater, Milwaukee (4 min walk), Erie Street Plaza, Milwaukee (9 min walk), Summerfest, Milwaukee (9 min walk), Lakeshore State Park, Milwaukee (11 min walk).

How to get to Milwaukee Pierhead Light by public transport?

The nearest stations to Milwaukee Pierhead Light:

Tram

Historic Third Ward • Lines: M (23 min walk)
Stop (23 min walk)

Train

Milwaukee (32 min walk)

Bus

Milwaukee Greyhound Station (33 min walk)
FlixBus Milwaukee • Lines: 2511 (39 min walk)