Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

MILWAUKEE : Overview

OVERVIEW

Milwaukee is located on the southwestern shoreline of Lake Michigan, and features many accessible activities to enjoy. It’s a great stop if you’re planning a wheelchair accessible vacation; there are many accessible hotels.  Milwaukee is a popular destination for disabled travelers that love to spend time outdoors, especially in the summer time, where one can take advantage of the beautiful waterfront.

LANGUAGE

The official language of the United States is English.

CURRENCY

The official currency of the United States is the dollar.

QUICKLINKS

LOGISTICS: Air – Water – Ground
ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotels – Resorts
ENTERTAINMENT: Tours – Activities – Restaurants & Nightlife
EMERGENCY SERVICES: Hospitals – Medical Equipment
ABILITYTIPS: Precautions

MILWAUKEE : Logistics

AIR TRANSPORTATION/AIRPORT

Mitchell Airport: Mitchell Airport is wheelchair accessible. The airport has both family restrooms and restrooms with wheelchair accessible stalls available throughout its terminals.  Not all flights board via jet bridge.  If boarding will take place on the tarmac instead of jet bridge, airport personnel will be available to assist with on-and-off-boarding the aircraft.

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GROUND TRANSPORTATION

Milwaukee offers a variety of transportation options for people who utilize a wheelchair or mobility device.

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TAXI

American United Taxi Cab: A portion of American United Taxi Cab’s fleet is comprised wheelchair accessible vans. Reservations should be made at least 24 hours in advance.

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RENTAL VEHICLE (Accessible Van)

Mobility Works: Mobility Works offers wheelchair accessible vans for rent in Milwaukee.

Wheelchair Getaways: Wheelchair Getaways is located in Milwaukee and offers wheelchair accessible transportation for your vacation or personal needs. Vehicles are equipped with a lift or ramp.

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SHUTTLE

Transit Express: Transit Express is a transportation service that offers accessible transportation. Reservations should be made well in advance, and accessible vehicle needs must be specified when making the reservation.

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BUS

Milwaukee County Transit System: Buses are wheelchair accessible, however, if a rider is unable to board the bus, there is an alternative form of transportation called Transit Plus. The public buses have special seating areas reserved for seniors and people who utilize a wheelchair or mobility device. For bus riders who are hearing impaired and would like to utilize TTY, click here for more information.

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TRAIN (Light Rail)

AmTrak: There are two stations in Milwaukee, one located at Mitchell Airport and the other at the Intermodal Station. For questions about accessibility, Amtrak asks riders to call 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245).

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FERRY

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MILWAUKEE : Accommodations

HOTELS

Aloft: ”1230 N. Old World Third Street. Newer hotel on the north side of the downtown area. Close to restaurants, music, and the performing arts center. Valet parking. Also 2 disabled stalls for self-park. The room I stayed in was huge with a very spacious roll-in shower.”  Wendy, 9/26/2011

Hyatt Regency Milwaukee: The Hyatt Regency Milwaukee is located downtown conveniently near the river and many historic sites. The hotel has 5 accessible rooms with roll in showers. Reservations for an accessible room with a roll in shower should be made well in advance.

Iron Horse Hotel: “500 W. Florida St. Next to the Harley-Davidson Museum on the south side of the downtown area. Captures the flavor of old Milwaukee. The accessible rooms are well appointed and a have large roll-in showers.” Wendy, 9/26/2011

The Pfister Hotel: “424 E. Wisconsin Ave. A Milwaukee classic. They do have accessible rooms, but call for specifics. No accessible suites, but the Presidential Suite can work with a manual chair. No grab bars.” Wendy, 9/26/2011

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MILWAUKEE : Entertainment

SIGHTSEEING TOURS

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ACTIVITIES

Milwaukee Art Museum: “Visit the Milwaukee Art Museum. 700 N. Art Museum Drive. Very accessible. There is a permanent Frank Lloyd Wright exhibit. The building’s architecture, designed by Santiago Calatrava, with it’s moveable roof is also something to experience.

Also worth a visit if you have kids is the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum. 929 E. Wisconsin Ave. Again, very accessible with a parking ramp.

Discovery World Museum near Betty Brinn at 500 N. Harbor Dr., is an interactive science museum. Great for all ages. Access is very good. There may be a few exhibits that are not “fully” accessible. Great outdoor areas overlooking Lake Michigan” Wendy, 9/26/2011

Milwaukee County Zoo: The Milwaukee County Zoo is wheelchair accessible. The zoo rents wheelchairs and motorized scooters for a small fee. Rentals are located near the zoo’s main entrance. If you are attending a special function at the zoo, contact them 72 hours in advance so they can accommodate accordingly.

The Miller Brewing Company Brewery Tour: Reservations are not required for small group, only for groups of 15 or more. The plant tour is not wheelchair accessible, but the visitor center, which includes a video, the Miller Inn (where visitors get to taste the Miller product), and the caves are accessible.

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RESTAURANTS/NIGHTLIFE

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MILWAUKEE : Emergency Services

MEDICAL SERVICES/HOSPITAL

St. Luke’s Medical Center

Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin

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MEDICAL EQUIPMENT RENTALS

On the Go Mobility: On the Go Mobility rents a variety of medical related equipment rentals.

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MILWAUKEE : AbilityTips

PRECAUTIONS

The weather in Milwaukee can be quite extreme in every season. Bring layers for comfort. During the summer months bring along a spray bottle to keep cool.

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