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Cedarburg, Wisconsin

· Cedarburg, WI

Why you should go…

Settled by German immigrants along Cedar Creek northwest of Milwaukee, Cedarburg's downtown is lined with limestone buildings, independent boutiques, and local eateries. The Cedar Creek Settlement, a former woolen mill, now houses shops, a winery, and event space, and the historic district draws day-trippers for festivals and antiquing.

  • #historic downtown
  • #small town
  • #shopping
  • #wisconsin
  • #day trip

Good to know

General sightseeing guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • The forecast is part of the ticket

    Haze, low cloud, and rain flatten a view. Clear-day visits are worth rearranging your plans for.

  • Golden hour sells out first

    Sunset slots at observation decks and cruises are the first to go, so book those further ahead.

  • Dress a layer warmer

    It is always breezier up high and out on the water than it feels at street level.

  • Timed entry is common

    Plenty of landmarks release tickets in windows rather than at the door, so check before you walk over.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Cedarburg, Wisconsin, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Milwaukee

    Free

    Wisconsin's largest city on Lake Michigan, known for breweries, museums, and its lakefront arts scene.

    16 mi awayMore like this

  • Tours
    Iconic

    Miller Brewery Tour

    Under $25

    Guided 75-minute walking tour of the historic Miller/MillerCoors brewery in Milwaukee with beer samples.

    18 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Museums
    Family Favorite

    Milwaukee Public Museum

    Under $25

    A natural history and culture museum in downtown Milwaukee with life-size dioramas and a giant dinosaur skeleton.

    18 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Tours
    Date Night

    Edelweiss Cruise Lines

    Under $25

    Milwaukee River and Lake Michigan boat cruises, from narrated sightseeing rides to dinner and party cruises.

    18 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Sightseeing
    Iconic

    Henry Maier Festival Park (Summerfest Grounds)

    Under $25

    Milwaukee's lakefront festival grounds, home to Summerfest, the world's largest music festival.

    19 mi awayMore like this

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Brookfield, Wisconsin

    Free

    Milwaukee-area suburb known as a shopping, dining, and entertainment destination.

    20 mi awayMore like this