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Brew City Kayak - Milwaukee Kayak Rentals and Tours

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“ We went down the Milwaukee river and ended up grabbing a snack at lakefront brewery to refuel before heading back. ” in 7 reviews

“ I like that this kayak company starts down the river, so you can go all the way up and back down. ” in 3 reviews

“ Well run, friendly employees, solid equipment that is obviously kept up, good price. ” in 2 reviews

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820 S Water St

Milwaukee, WI 53204

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Serving Milwaukee Area

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Brew City Kayak welcomes all levels of kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding rentals, tours and events everyday of the warm Milwaukee season. Our Kayak and Paddleboard rentals and tours offer a paddling experience that showcases the unique beauty of Milwaukee, WI. The best way to explore the city is with a paddle in your hands. Recent efforts in the areas of conservation and preservation have helped restore the Milwaukee River to the ecological gem it once was. Come discover this scenic river and take the City of Milwaukee in from a different vantage point. No matter your experience, age or fitness level our helpful staff will provide expert instruction and guidance while out on our tours. We provide the best quality in kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and equipment to guarantee you feel safe and enjoy your time out on the water with us. …

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We had a fun kayak tour. All of us were from different parts of the country and here for a conference. We did the tour on a whim and so glad we did. They made the tour easy and enjoyable. They also gave us great restaurant recommendations. Would absolutely recommend Brew City Kayak.

Rented a tandem boat for a Brew City Tour over Independence Day weekend. Definitely one of the hottest days to be on the water, but these boats handled it well. The blue ones are pretty easy to steer and balance. We boated nearly 6 miles in total and weren't even sore! As for the Brew City Tour, my group actually didn't end up making any stops because of overcrowded docks. Make sure you do your research beforehand to learn where you can make stops along the river, because the provided map is not very informational. PRO TIP: Have the muscular, power rower sit in the back seat as they will mostly dictate the speed at which you'd go.

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A great experience! Very helpful and nice company to work with. Easy to book a large reservation for 10 people on tandem kayaks. Great location for kayaking on the Milwaukee river. They have a boat launch with a handle that made getting in and out of the karats very easy and safe. The kayaks were really comfortable - open tops with great back support. Would definitely rent here again!

Rye was an awesome guide. Told me everything I needed to know before going out for my very first time kayaking.

I've lived in the Milwaukee area for a while now and enjoyed the river views and Riverwalk but never actually been down on the river before so I was excited to get a different perspective of the city. The reservation process was very easy and you could complete everything online in advance. Originally I was skeptical that I really needed (or frankly that my arms could last) four hours but once you arrive they give you a little walkthrough on a map and it's clear that most people stop at some of the bars on the way. The check in and launching process was easy - they even have a handy place to launch where they help give you a push out. After that you are pretty much free to roam! We went down the Milwaukee river and ended up grabbing a snack at lakefront brewery to refuel before heading back. We paddled leisurely and ended up with just about the perfect amount of time. The river was pretty crowded but everyone was considerate and stayed out of each other's way. I would definitely rent here again!

Had a great time kayaking with Brew City Kayak! Booked our reservation online Friday for Saturday morning and the whole process of checking in/getting our kayaks/checking out was super quick and easy. They have a parking lot that had spaces in the morning when we went but seemed to fill up quickly later in the afternoon. There are also a bunch of picnic tables with umbrellas and some food trucks around which is a great area to fuel up before your ride or recover afterwards. (I don't think the food trucks open until later in the afternoon though as they were closed when we left for our trip at 10:30 am). The kayaks have carabiners and rope attached so you can hop out and tie off at any of the docks to check out some breweries along the river!

My husband and I had a great time with Brew City Kayak. They provided us with a tandem kayak, which we were glad to have! David, our tour guide, gave us a briefing on safety and paddling; and that was greatly appreciated. He had great conversation and was good with answering questions. Know that will find some traffic on the Milwaukee River (sightseeing boats,paddling boats,etc...), so tandem kayaks are a great option; specially if you are beginner! Highly recommended to locals and visitors!

I'm so happy that I got to kayak along the river for the majority of yesterday's 70 degrees and sunny. After the long winter and the current shifts in the world, it felt so nice to forgot about everything and just kayak with a companion. The staff here was super friendly and helpful. The kayaks were clean and surprisingly comfortable for the couple hours. Thank you Brew City Kayak!

Well run, friendly employees, solid equipment that is obviously kept up, good price. Would definitely use them again.

Great place to rent kayaks! We rented them around 10:30 in the morning and paddled up north past lake front brewery and back down to rock bottom brewery where we stopped for lunch. Which lake front brewery was also open. I'm not sure if during Covid times restaurants etc. just have limited hours We did the four hour rental and that was a perfect amount of time! It was really neat to do an urban paddle!

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Our guided City Skyline Kayak Tours are 1.5–2 hours long and follow the Milwaukee River up towards downtown Milwaukee. We do not make any stops along the way for this tour, but we do provide details about Milwaukee's history and attractions along the river. Our knowledgeable guides will provide you with any kayaking instruction you may need and ensure you feel safe and comfortable on this beginner-level tour.

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820 South Water Street
53204, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

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Sat, Jun 29 -
Sun, Jun 30 $83
Mon, Jul 1 $83
Tue, Jul 2 $83
Wed, Jul 3 $83
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Fri, Jul 5 $83
Sat, Jul 6 $83
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Tue, Jul 9 $83
Wed, Jul 10 $83
Thu, Jul 11 $83
Fri, Jul 12 $83
Sat, Jul 13 $83
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes 1h 30m 1h 30m

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Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers with leg or shoulder problems

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Hour Glass Duration: 4-8 hours
Clock Start Time: 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m.
Info Restrictions: Weight limit - 250lbs

Calendar Seasonality: June 1st – October 1st

Paddle the scenic Milwaukee River on our Kayak Rentals in Milwaukee, WI!

Go on a laid-back and relaxed paddle alongside Milwaukee’s beautiful downtown. Come experience the calm and scenic waters of the Milwaukee River. This kayak rental for the Milwaukee River is great for all ages and ability levels.

If you’re looking for a fun and unique way to see the city, a Milwaukee kayak rental is the perfect choice for your next visit! Enjoy a whole new perspective on sightseeing as you take in incredible views of the city skyline and interesting sites along the way.

Enjoy the scenic Milwaukee River at your own pace. We offer full-day and half-day kayak rentals so you can customize the perfect trip down the river to suit the needs of your family and friends. Choose from single or tandem kayak rentals . With no experience necessary, this is a fun and easy way to get to know the city.

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Waterproof cases available for purchase at checkout.

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2023 Season Pass – $199 No blackout dates. Rentals available 7 days a week. Redeemable from date of purchase until 9/30/23

2024 Season Pass – $225 No blackout dates. Rentals available 7 days a week. Redeemable from 5/15/24 until 9/30/24

Unlimited kayak or SUP rentals 7 days a week with Season Pass Unlimited 25% off buddy passes for rentals 7 days a week Season Pass is valid for 1 kayak or 1 paddle board rental per transaction Redeemable for 1 person, then get unlimited 25% off buddy passes for any type of rental duration

From hiking to going out, here's how to enjoy an adult Wisconsin Dells getaway

Wisconsin Dells is known for its water and amusement parks and sees 4 million visitors annually, according to the Wisconsin Dells Visitors and Convention Bureau .

Not only does the area have plenty of activities families and children, but the Dells can be fun for adults, too.

Here are some ways to enjoy Wisconsin Dells outside of the water parks and other kid-focused attractions.

Rent a boat or kayak

With the Wisconsin River running through the city, and Lake Delton and Mirror Lake to the south, there are plenty of opportunities to get on the water in and around Wisconsin Dells.

Rent a pontoon boat to or take out a kayak on the waterways to see the area's unique rock formations from the water.

Here are some rental companies that offer pontoons, wave runners, kayaks and more:

Dells Watersports Boat Rentals , 255 S. Wisconsin Dells Parkway, Wisconsin Dells; 608-254-8702
Rivers Edge Bait Shop and Boat Rentals , 20 Rivers Edge Road, Wisconsin Dells; 608-254-6494
Holiday Shores WaterSports , 3901 River Road, Wisconsin Dells; 608-254-2878
Dells Kayak Rentals , 2350 Wisconsin Dells Parkway, Wisconsin Dells; 608-253-0899

Take a boat tour

Wisconsin Dells is famous for duck boat tours, which traverse land and water. These tend to be more family-friendly, but adults can enjoy them, too. Places that offer such tours include:

Original Wisconsin Ducks ; 1890 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy, Wisconsin Dells; 608-254-8751
Dells Army Duck Tours ; 1550 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy, Wisconsin Dells; 608-254-6080

For slower-paced scenic cruises, Dells Boat Tours (multiple locations; 608-254-8555) offers a few options on the Wisconsin River: the upper tour, north of Wisconsin Dells, cruises through a channel cut by ancient glaciers, and makes a land stop to hike at Witches Gulch; the lower tour, south of downtown, travels past sandstone cliffs and famous dells rock formations; and a sunset tour that is similar to the upper dells tour but with a torch-lit Witches Gulch hike.

The company also has a fast-paced jet boat tour that travels both the upper and lower portions of the Wisconsin River in a 50-minute ride.

Enjoy bars, restaurants and more

Downtown Wisconsin Dells has various places for for dining, drinking and dancing on the northeast side of the Wisconsin River, separating it from the resorts and theme parks mostly found on the southwest side of the river.

The District at the former Riverfront Terrace, 29 Broadway, has a riverside patio on the main drag. The new concept serves urban street food from various vendors, with live music and DJs on the patio.

Also on the river, and accessible via the downtown River Walk, is River Walk Pub , 911 River Road. It serves pub food in a rustic lodge setting with live music and an outdoor patio.

For locally made booze, visit Dells Distillery , 206 Broadway, a working distillery with a 1920s Western-themed pub. It also has a food menu featuring gourmet burgers and tater tots.

The city also has its share of dive bars, including Sand Bar, 130 Washington Ave., and Fisher's Bar, 719 Superior St.

For karaoke visit Showboat Saloon , 24 Broadway. Behind it, Mama's Garage , 731 Eddy St., has outdoor music and games on its sand-pit patio.

Outside of downtown, enjoy waterfront dining on Lake Delton at Ravina Bay Bar & Grill, 231 E. Durkee St., and Summer House Grill & Bar , 1280 E. Hiawatha Dr., Lake Delton.

Continue south to Ishnala , S2011 Ishnala Road, Lake Delton. The restaurant overlooking Mirror Lake is one of Wisconsin's most popular supper clubs.

Go hiking and explore the great outdoors

A few popular state parks surround Wisconsin Dells.

Devil's Lake State Park is one of the most well known hiking spots in Wisconsin and is less than a 30-minute drive from Wisconsin Dells, traffic permitting. Hike around the lake, to the beach or to bluffs overlooking the lake which feature unique rock formations such as the distinctive Devil's Doorway.

Mirror Lake State Park has 19 miles of trails on both sides of the lake and the Wisconsin River, with unique rock formations that pop up around the wooded area. The trails are groomed for cross-country skiing in the winter.

For one of the tallest land-locked bluffs in Wisconsin, head to Roche-A-Cri State Park north of Wisconsin Dells. It also has ancient petroglyphs and pictographs scratched and painted onto the bluff's base.

There are many campgrounds that surround Wisconsin Dells for outdoor stays. The Edge-O-Dells is a 21-and-older-only resort with campsites and log cabin rentals. It can get lively and is popular for bachelor and bachelorette parties on weekends in the summer.

Relax at the adults-only Sundara Inn & Spa

For another adults-only Wisconsin Dells space, Sundara Inn & Spa offers child-free lodgings or spa packages for adults staying elsewhere.

The 80-acre resort aims to create a serene space, surrounded by a pine forest. The resort also asks visitors to go electronics-free in all public spaces.

The resort has a bathhouse, meditation spaces, a restaurant and pools. It also offers a golf package with the adjoining Wild Rock golf course.

Spa treatments include massages, bath treatments, salt room therapy, facials, energy work therapies and couples spa packages.