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Milwaukee City Tours

Milwaukee is a fantastic city with hidden gems that bring the rich history and vibrant lifestyle options alive.  Join one of our public tours, the calendar for which can be viewed below and explore what Milwaukee has to offer. Public tickets are $30 each.   

Private Walking Tours: There are still milestones to celebrate and we can help you plan a fun outing to do just that because these walking tours are available for private groups of friends or family. We require 6 or more guests for a private tour. The rate is $30 each plus 25% gratuity. Private tours can be arranged by emailing  [email protected]  or by calling  262-853-5239 . 

Private Sightseeing Tour: Lastly, we are offering our classic sightseeing tour of Milwaukee via a chauffeured vehicle for private groups of 2 or more guests. Your chauffeur will handle the hassles of parking and transportation while your tour guide will show you Milwaukee’s key neighborhoods and you can stop for selfies along the way. Tours can be arranged by emailing  [email protected]  or by calling  262-853-5239 . 

Our City Tours

Around the ward in 90 minutes.

Enjoy a Milwaukeean-led tour with stops inside historic buildings, a chance to see local art work, and a sweet ending with a small treat from one of our favorite spots.

Streetcar History Tour

The streetcar known locally as The Hop weaves through multiple neighborhoods that you will hear  in-depth from your tour guide. Part streetcar ride, part walking tour, this tour provides a close-up view of some of the best parts of Milwaukee.

InstaMKE Photo Walk

Whether you’re a local looking to show off this city to friends and family, or a tourist passing through and wanting photographic evidence to answer your friends’ question of “Why Milwaukee?,” the InstaMKE tour is a great way to explore the city through a new lens!

All Of Our Upcoming Public Tours

What our guests are saying, 115+ reviews, 550+ reviews, 320+ reviews, all our upcoming public tours, theresa's team, your milwaukee insiders.

Led by Theresa Nemetz, a Certified Tourism Ambassador (CTA), an alumna of Future Milwaukee, a 40 Under Forty by the Milwaukee Business Journal, our team has a passion for Milwaukee and all it has to offer. We pride ourselves on being local insiders, and will have you discovering the sights and savoring the flavors of Milwaukee’s most historic neighborhoods and delicious eateries. We are proud of the commentary often provided by our tour attendees, “I’ve lived here my entire life and never explored Milwaukee like I did today.” We invite you to immerse yourself into our culture in a fun and intimate way by experiencing one of our Milwaukee Food & City Tours.

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We hope you brought an appetite! Milwaukee has a burgeoning culinary scene that blends innovation and farm-fresh ingredients, offering a place and flavor to satisfy all palates! The diverse food scene honors the past and welcomes the changing times and tastes.

On our Secret Food Tour: Milwaukee, our experienced guides will show you the city's historic buildings, storefronts, and restaurants that span cultures and cuisines along the Milwaukee River. After a full day of tastings, you will feel like a local talking about who has the best brats, cheese curds, fish fry, and custard.

And if all of that doesn't convince you to spend an afternoon with us, "The Fonz" gives this tour a double thumbs up! AYYY!

• Our tour starts in front of Usinger's Famous Sausage, where you will have an opportunity to explore over 40 different varieties of gift boxes containing gourmet sausage, Wisconsin-made cheese, and delicious extras! A perfect purchase to commemorate your time in the city.
• Our first taste is at a Milwaukee staple, where you will discover how a humble shop now provides some of the best gourmet cheese in the city. It also features our delicious Secret Taste of the tour!
• Next, you'll visit Milwaukee's original German beer hall, which features beer imported from the Munich Hofbräuhaus. Here you will become an expert on "wursts."
• As you continue the tour, you'll discover the secret spot where all guests are referred to by their "Agent" name and where we'll enjoy delicious fried cheese curds.
• Last but certainly not least, you will end the tour with a sweet treat synonymous with Wisconsin, the flavor of the day custard!
• Weissgerber Amber American Lager
• Lakefront Private SpyPA
• Brandy Old Fashioned Slushie

* Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.

If a tour is fully booked, or you are looking to book a *Group or Private Tour - please email us about Group & Private Tours options.

*Please note - Group & Private Tours are specifically organised for your group and therefore subject to a premium price.

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• A hometown sausage made with a classic 19th-century recipe.
• Fried cheese curds with dipping sauces.
• Local fish-fry, with sides.
• A sweet treat to end the tour!
• Our delicious Secret Dish!
• Locally brewed beers, cocktails & nonalcoholic options are available to buy.

Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.

Secret Food Tours Milwaukee

Daily 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m.

In front of Usinger's Famous Sausage - 1030 N Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53203.

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That is very easy! Go to our "Book Now" page, where we detail our tours. Select your tour and the time of your tour and book it! Are you looking for something special or are you organizing an event? Just email us at Group & Private Tours and we will do our best to arrange something that suits you. After your booking is made, we will send you an automatic e-mail confirmation. If you have any questions before booking, feel free to contact us via email

*Please note if you are using a special promo code then enter it in the "Voucher Code" section before you select the amount of tickets you would like to purchase*

All the delicious food and drinks mentioned above, but if you want more alcohol (and who doesn't?) We offer a upgraded drinks package that gives you 3 drinks.

You can find the meeting spot here and if it's not clear you can always contact us.

The meeting spot is in front of Usinger's Famous Sausage. Our guide will be waiting in the Palm Garden upstairs area, with an orange umbrella and a big smile! »»CLICK HERE FOR DIRECTIONS««

Milwaukee tour will end on Old World Third Street, right by the river surrounded by a number of bars and breweries where you can slide right into happy hour if you choose.

Due to the nature of creating a well balanced and thoughtful gastronomy experience, many of our tours are unable to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. Please contact us at [email protected] prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.

Children are more than welcome to our tour and it's free for any child 2 years or under! We have had many families attend from all over the world and everyone enjoyed the tour.

This is not a problem. Just inform our guide before the tour starts. During the tasting you can select another beverage you like.

Our tours provide our customers with a lot of food. Trust us, you will not need to eat a meal after our food tour!

Our tours are often sold out very quickly. If the date you requested is not available, please do not hesitate to email us and we can see if there is anything we can do.

To join our food tour, you must wear comfortable shoes. There will be around 30 minutes of walking but it's not too difficult and there are no hills or stairs. If you walk slowly, then our guide will walk slowly as well.

We take 12 people maximum. If you are more than 12 people, please do not hesitate to email us and will try to see if we can accommodate.

You do not have to print your voucher. A confirmation on your phone will be fine!

All of our vouchers expire one year from the date of purchase.

Our guide will take care of everything. Should you wish to try something special, please inform our guide and they will do their best to make you happy.

We work with small shops and family owned businesses in downtown area. The food and drink we buy is top-quality, fresh and local!

Unfortunately, the weather is unpredictable in Milwaukee. We do not issue refunds as per our terms and conditions. We also inform you that we never cancel a booking even if we have only 2 people! However we do reserve the right to cancel the tour if we feel the weather is extreme, and we cannot run the tour due to this for more info see our Terms and Conditions: https://www.secretfoodtours.com/terms-and-conditions/

You must book directly on our website. We do not accept cash payments. Our online payment is safe, secured and SSL protected.

The booking fee that you have to pay is up to our ticket provider and we can't change it. All our clients need to pay for it upon booking. The booking fee charged contributes to the cost of the ticketing system to provide an excellent service to our customers.

A few banks have charged their customer an extra fee while booking with us (this isn't the booking fee but another fee added by the bank). We think this is unfair, if this happens let us know by showing us in your bank statement and we will refund this fee as a gesture of good will.

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Mid-West Farm Report

Milwaukee Food & City Tours to Bring the Spirit of Christmas to Doorsteps Nationwide

November 13, 2020

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Milwaukee Food & City Tours , curators of one-of-a-kind public and private culinary tours in southeastern Wisconsin, along with international and domestic excursions, announced today the release of two limited-edition Wisconsin and Milwaukee-themed Advent calendar gift boxes. Each package is bursting with locally sourced sweet and savory delicacies, including the best chocolates in Wisconsin to all-time favorite specialties such as roasted nuts, caramels, honey, jam, mustard, and maple syrup. Each box is available with an optional add-on private Zoom meeting with Santa Claus.

“Although Christmas will look different in 2020, we are doing everything we can to keep the magic of the season alive and bring a taste of what people experience on our tours to the doorsteps of gift box recipients nationwide,” said Theresa Nemetz, founder and chief experience officer of Milwaukee Food & City Tours. “Each gift box within our Christmas collection supports 8 – 30 food producers and small businesses in the state of Wisconsin, and despite the temporary collapse of the travel industry, it has been an incredible experience to not only financially support these businesses, but also our employees and their families.”

Other seasonal offerings include the Family Breakfast Box, the Christmas Around the World Bakery Box, and Creamy Dreamy Gift Box for Custard Lovers, each of which include virtual workshops to meet the business owners and culinary creators behind the artisanal goods. Plus, all purchases include the opportunity to add on a live Zoom with Santa Claus, direct from the North Pole.

Nemetz added, “At the root of our company, we have the desire to support as many small businesses as possible. We’ve been working since early June to design our one-of-a-kind Advent calendar gift boxes and curate so many iconic Wisconsin-made items within the packages.”

At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Milwaukee Food & City Tours transitioned from its core business offerings, including tours and trips, and faced a 100-percent loss of revenue. Immediately pivoting to create and deliver Quarantine Care Kits, the company now offers nationwide shipping and an international reach. In recent months, Milwaukee Food & City Tours’ gift box sales have infused more than $250,000 back to small businesses and food producers in the community as a direct result of orders.

For more information about Milwaukee Food & City Tours’ Christmas gift box series, or to learn about the company’s recent business transition, visit https://www.milwaukeefoodtours.com/mke-care-packages/

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