Best Donuts in Milwaukee + Milwaukee Donut Tour FAQ

The Underground Donut Tour in Milwaukee is a guided walking food tour that explores some of the city’s best bakeries and sweet treat destinations from downtown Milwaukee through the Historic Third Ward, including a stop at the Public Market, while sharing local history, immigrant heritage, and industrial history.

The Underground Donut Tour in Milwaukee is brought to you by the same team behind top-rated donut and food tours across the country, with over 10,000 5-star reviews and counting.

The Milwaukee tour is brand new, so it doesn’t have its own local rankings yet, but it’s run by the same team behind the Underground Donut Tour, which has earned over 10,000 5-star reviews and is a top-rated donut and food tour experience in the other cities we serve.

The Underground Donut Tour in Milwaukee combines delicious donuts, local history, Historic Third Ward exploration, a stop at the Public Market, and fun photo opportunities into one memorable experience.

Our Downtown Milwaukee Tour: Donuts, Sweet Treats & More explores the Historic Third Ward and visits some of Milwaukee's local favorites: Uncle Wolfies for fresh donuts, C. Adams Bakery and La Masa Empanadas inside the Milwaukee Public Market, Broadway Paper, a charming Third Ward shop full of Milwaukee gifts and souvenirs, and Likewise Coffee near the river. Along the way you'll explore the Historic Third Ward, its cream city brick warehouses, and the stories of the Irish and Italian immigrants who built the neighborhood.

Every stop has its fans, and every tour brings out new favorites. Guests love the fresh donuts at Uncle Wolfies, creative cupcakes in flavors like kettle corn and very berry at C. Adams Bakery, empanadas at La Masa, and big homemade cookies like salted caramel and honey at Likewise Coffee.

The Underground Donut Tour prides itself on having some of the best donuts, pastries, and sweet treats on all of our tours.

Your guide hand-picks a lineup that shows off the best of each stop, so you get to try flavors you might not have ordered on your own. Many guests discover a brand-new favorite this way.

Plenty! You'll start with fresh donuts at Uncle Wolfies, then enjoy bakery treats, empanadas and a homemade cookie along the way. Portions are shareable, so you can try a little of everything.

Some tours in Milwaukee may include coffee or beverage pairings depending on the specific tour experience.

Guests meet their guide downtown and walk together through the Historic Third Ward, stopping at curated bakeries and sweet treat shops (including Milwaukee’s Public Market and a secret souvenir stop) along the way.

The tour starts at Uncle Wolfies, 600 N Broadway, in the Historic Third Ward. It ends at Likewise Coffee near the Milwaukee River, a great spot to keep exploring after your tour.

The tour starts in downtown Milwaukee and continues into the Historic Third Ward, including a stop at Milwaukee’s historic Public Market.

Yes! You'll have time to browse the vendors at the Milwaukee Public Market and to explore Broadway Paper, which is packed with Milwaukee souvenirs and fun finds. Bring your wallet if you'd like to take something home.

About two hours of walking, tasting and Milwaukee history.

Each tour is about 2 hours long, covering downtown Milwaukee and the Historic Third Ward.

The tour in Milwaukee is a walking tour with light to moderate walking between downtown Milwaukee and the Historic Third Ward, including a stop at the Public Market.

It is recommended to arrive approximately 10 minutes before the scheduled tour start time in Milwaukee.

We recommend sunscreen, sunglasses, comfortable shoes and a reusable water bottle. The indoor Public Market stop is a nice break from the summer sun.

Yes, the tour runs rain or shine. The Milwaukee Public Market makes a cozy indoor stop along the way. Dress for the weather (layers, gloves and a hat in winter, an umbrella on rainy days) and wear comfortable, water-resistant shoes. If conditions ever become unsafe, we'll reach out to help you find a new date.

Yes, donut tours in Milwaukee run year round, weather permitting.

The Underground Donut Tour in Milwaukee does its best to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences whenever possible.

Gluten-free availability varies by bakery partner in Milwaukee.

Several of our partners in Milwaukee have gluten-free donuts. Please include any dietary restrictions at the time of booking so our guides can ensure you have a great tour.

Several of our partners in Milwaukee have vegan donuts. Please include any dietary restrictions at the time of booking so our guides can ensure you have a great tour.

Yes. Vegetarian friendly options are often available on the donut tour in Milwaukee.

Please tell us about any allergies when you book. Our guides arrange substitutions, such as swapping in a different treat for guests with nut allergies. Since our partners prepare their treats in shared kitchens, we can't guarantee against cross-contact.

Yes. Kids love the donut tastings, sweet treats, and fun walking experience throughout Milwaukee.

Yes. The Underground Donut Tour in Milwaukee is designed to be family friendly and enjoyable for guests of all ages.

There are tons of things to do with your kids in Milwaukee. We'd recommend the Underground Donut Tour. It was intentionally designed to be fun for kids of all ages. In 2015, Jeff Woelker created the tour because his family was always looking for things to do in the morning, as a family, that were fun and delicious. That's how the Underground Donut Tour got created.

Yes! Download our free Milwaukee City Guide, a handy collection of our team's handpicked recommendations for Milwaukee, including places to stay, restaurants and bars we love, more sweet spots, kid-friendly ideas and other things to do. Traveling with little ones? Our free Kids' Activity Book is full of donut-themed coloring pages and activities to enjoy before, during or after your tour. You'll find both download buttons on this page.

Strollers are generally welcome on the tour in Milwaukee, though some routes may include busy sidewalks or uneven surfaces.

Accessibility can vary slightly by route in Milwaukee, but many tours are designed to be accessible. Guests are encouraged to contact the tour directly for specific accommodations.

Yes. The donut tour in Milwaukee is a great activity for solo travelers looking to explore the city and meet other guests.

Definitely! Local guests discover the history behind the Third Ward's buildings and find new shops and bakeries to come back to. It's also a great way to show visiting friends and family around the city.

Yes. Private group tours are available in Milwaukee for birthdays, corporate outings, and celebrations.

Yes. Corporate and team-building donut tours are available in Milwaukee.

Yes. The Underground Donut Tour in Milwaukee can accommodate both small and large groups.

Prices for the Underground Donut Tour in Milwaukee start as low as $55. For the most current pricing and availability, check our website.

For the best pricing and the most up-to-date availability, you can purchase tickets for the donut tour in Milwaukee directly on our website.

Booking in advance is recommended for the donut tour in Milwaukee, especially during weekends and holidays.