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Swing Park
1737 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, United States
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Da
Review №1

It isnt that I dislike it for what it is. Im just at an age where swings are meh. If I had kids, I probably wouldnt take them here though. Has a very... idk drug dealer vibe to it I guess. During the day its nice. In the summer it always has folks. But really, its a seedy looking swing area underneath a road bridge and 100% gives off the vibes you would expect of such a place. Still unique, quaint and (arguably) charming.

Zo
Review №2

Its under the bridge so you can have fun there even if it rains. It is cool to walk on the bridge under the bridge - the river is beautiful!

An
Review №3

Had a fun time swinging around, havent had the opportunity in a while. Different tire swings and swings in the shade of a bridge Obviously bring hand sanitizer and be a kid :))

Al
Review №4

Super fun, original. Kids of all ages will love a swing here. Ground is sand and soft landings. Street parking available. Easily accessible via sidewalks.

Lu
Review №5

Love it here. Great place to walk. The walkway bridge under the Holton Street bridge and the little swing park are awesome.

av
Review №6

Pretty fun to hang out at, it was better before they put the sand there tho

Is
Review №7

The best place to swing in downtown Milwaukee, bar none.

EL
Review №8

Always beautiful, peaceful. plus it a cool sensation to be on the swings while feeling the reverberation of the cars above u.

Yu
Review №9

Good place to stop if youre wondering the Eastside.

Th
Review №10

A unique park with repurposed tires as seats for tons of swings underneath a road bridge.

Va
Review №11

Always fun. I just dont care for the sand there too messy.

Te
Review №12

The Swing was fun. I havent been on a Swing in Years. But it just took me back to my childhood when I use to go to the park as a Child

Jo
Review №13

A little different. A good utilization of an open shady space beneath a tall bridge. It was FUN!

An
Review №14

Great vibrant place to hangout, scenes from different angle is immaculate.

Jo
Review №15

Cool swing park under a bridge. All swings are made from recycled tires.

Ji
Review №16

Never knew of this place till today great place to swing andtake a walk

Sa
Review №17

The swings are really cool. No bathroom just fyi. And the traffic is kind of heavy here so not the safest getting out of your car.

Am
Review №18

Kids Loved the swings and the nice walk. But its sad people have to lilter and leave trash everywhere

Za
Review №19

Cool park. A little sketchy at night though

El
Review №20

This is a great park that has been taken over by litter. If everyone would clean there own mess itll be a 5 star park!

Co
Review №21

Love this spot, came here on a date one night and it was perfect. Its never over crowded good parking, and right next to updown lol what more could you want. Cant forget about the bridge and chill spot on the other side that lights up at night...just great

Br
Review №22

Kids have a blast every time we take a trip here. Right by the best Brewery in the state of WI as well, Eagle Park Brewery! Its a must stop even for grown folk like me!

ge
Review №23

This park is great. Swing where the homeless people live.

Ju
Review №24

Kiddos had so much fun and then the little walk over the bridge to top it off!

Br
Review №25

Neat place cool stop before dinner daughter loved the view of the river as well

Dy
Review №26

The secret gateway to Riverwest from the fashionable East Side.Great spot to get out of the sun and under a bridge. Walking distance from Lucky Lius, Up Down Arcade, Casablanca, and YNOT II. Just a short walk across the river on the marsupial bridge to Lakefront Brewery, the Beerline Cafe, and the rest of beautiful Riverwest.If you like swings, shade, and sand,this place is for you.

Jo
Review №27

Fun time to swing & nice river view on the bridge

Je
Review №28

If u visit, its mainly adults and older children FYI...hint! But its fun I guess...

Ca
Review №29

Is a good place to spend time with the kids

Ru
Review №30

My boys (ages 6&8) loved this park. Its very simple, just swings and sand, but enough to entertain them for hours. Also love that it was shaded and cool.

Ch
Review №31

Awesome, very unique.

Jo
Review №32

Top notch hang zone

An
Review №33

My boyfriend took me to this unique urban park in Milwaukee. I loved it. Constructed under an overpass the park has a variety of swings to enjoy. I highly recommend a visit if you enjoy swings like I do.

La
Review №34

I wish the city could keep this place cleaner and add some color. The butterfly mural has really helped but all of the nearby fenced in construction has been just an eye sore for a few years. Please make the land owners act on developing that property because the lack of cars only makes the area less safe. I love that families often go here for events and engagement or wedding photos take place here. Id love to continue to see that happening.

Mi
Review №35

Fave downtown free fun place! Beautiful river, awesome swings.

Sh
Review №36

Very relaxing and quiet I love it

Ke
Review №37

I go here all the time its peaceful at times

32
Review №38

I was pleasantly surprised to have stumbled upon this little treasure of a park. Wish there hadnt been so much ice tho...

Ro
Review №39

A nice park in the city near the river could use just a touch of modern cleaning and attention but is a wonderful spot to stop relax as an adult or bring your kids and enjoy some time on the swing good spa to just simply relax have a picnic and take in the great city of Milwaukee

Pe
Review №40

Spectacular concept of having swings installed underneath the overpass of a highway. If I were to be critical it would be the fact that there are only 5 swings and 2 tire swings and no ground just sand. On the positive side the swings are all high endurance and well crafted for long term use. I even went on them and I weigh 270. The kids loved it though. The tallest swings you will ever see without paying for them.

Ka
Review №41

Was hard to find and get to, but super cool. I have never been to a park like this one.

M#
Review №42

A hidden gem. A great time! Swings under a bridge. Any spring summer or fall weather. A true Milwaukee expirence.

Jo
Review №43

Sadly, only during daylight.

Av
Review №44

I like this this is a good spot for the kids and out of the Sun

Sh
Review №45

Cute area under a bridge so its nice and shady. Great place to bring kids during the day to let out pent up energy. A few varieties of swings. On street parking.

Kw
Review №46

Its beautiful and unique. Great use of space under a bridge. I saw a tou g couple with their daughter their while it was raining.

Na
Review №47

Really peaceful place. The swings are a cool touch to the area that brings in kids and adults alike. The bridge itself is really cool and a good place for a evening walk.

Em
Review №48

So much fun! Felt like a little kid again! Cant wait to go back!

Ch
Review №49

Such a joy to find this little park. It has just a few swings, but more than one child can swing on the tire swings, and they sure did. Free to visit, easy to park on the street, clean sand covers the entire play area.

Ca
Review №50

Its a good place to hang out at... there isnt much but it does change the scene compared to a regular park. Recommend for teenagers and adults. For kids a park would be better!

ch
Review №51

VENICE ITALY IN MILWAUKEE.. A MUST GO!

Ar
Review №52

Very cool idea and a nice place for the kids.Love the pedestrian walkway across the river and the fact that the park is connected to the riverwalk. It is also just across the street from the Brady Street park which has a nice little garden and some benches to sit on.Will be going back!

Jo
Review №53

This park is ridiculously fun and a great idea!!

Ro
Review №54

Cool little hide away on the fashionable East Side w swings and summer time Movies.

Ke
Review №55

Cool bridge. Great for photography. There are only 8 swings, but the kids had fun.

Mi
Review №56

I love it, cool place

J.
Review №57

Fun for adults!

Co
Review №58

Would definitely recommend any visitors of Milwaukee to check out Swing Park. There are swings of all sizes, even a swing for the disabled. Its a cozy spot tucked away on the east side, with a screen that plays family friendly movies on certain days of the week.

Ja
Review №59

Really neat little park hidden in the underpass. Kiddo loved the swings and it was a nice break in the day for all of us.

De
Review №60

The good: the swings are fun for older kids and adults because you can swing high. Its in the shade, so it isnt too hot in the summer. There is a handicapped swing.The bad: the sand is full of junk.

Ja
Review №61

Grandson and family all live the tire swings. Need to add another tire swing for 3 kids though!!! Very popular and the wait to get on it is very long!!

Jo
Review №62

Yes it was an excellent experience and the Milwaukee WI veiw as amazing as well

Da
Review №63

Great park to visit. Thank you Milwaukee for building this.

Ry
Review №64

Free, cool, tucked away little park under the bridge. Love it.

Mo
Review №65

Cute fun little place to stop by!

lu
Review №66

Great for kids and a beautiful walk for us even on a rainy day

La
Review №67

Excellent place to chill out and relax. Great area with lots to do aound. Will always recommend this place.

NA
Review №68

Great fun for young adults and children

Mo
Review №69

Watched someone get shot. Police showed up. Good time. Regular drug deals and wasted college kids nightly as I pass on the way home from work 5 nights a week.

Kr
Review №70

Loved going to swing with my son!

Ja
Review №71

What a fun place! There is literally swings hanging off the bottom of the highway.

Ma
Review №72

Fun but they replace all the recyclable tires cut up with sand so dont want sand in my shoes Ill go to the beach they should have left it the way it was just give me some kind of

Na
Review №73

Great place for afternoon trips! There are all types of swings for young and old. Even if swings aren’t your thing, this park has plenty of great views to enjoy & surrounding attractions!This park does have SAND so dress and plan accordingly!

VI
Review №74

It is a nice, little known park on the East side. With swings and made for everyone, children and adults. It is a cool comfortable place to visit on a hot day. It is shaded by the bridge that is above it. It is really close to a suspended walking bridge that is also nice to go to on a hot day. EVERYONE seems to have fun there and they also have an antique flee market there sometimes.

Do
Review №75

Quirky, but not really worth going out of your way for. If youre at Lakefront Brewing and walking back downtown anyway, the walk across the bridge is kind of fun anyway.

Ar
Review №76

Girlfriend and I made a trip from the Chicago area to here because we saw the location online.Where as this wouldnt be worth it as the only stop it was definitely a fun stop on a great day in Milwaukee. We started here, went along the river walk looking at the sculptures, got lunch at Vagabond (which is super hipstery but I recommend) and spent most of the day just relaxing around the parks.Anyways, the park has a few swings, its in a really neat location and is worth the stop for 15-20 minutes.

Mi
Review №77

A cool place to swing under a bridge.

Pa
Review №78

Urban pocket park. Take the pedestrian bridge across the river, walk a block to the next larger park and explore the best views of Milwaukee from the Sixth Ward

Jo
Review №79

Great Park great atmosphere with great surroundings it was my first time there I really loved it.

Ta
Review №80

My kids loved it!!

J
Review №81

Fave park, ever!

El
Review №82

I love going here. Its fun, different, and the views of the river are beautiful!

Ko
Review №83

Known to the locals as Murder Park; Lots of fun during the day, but maybe avoid it at night.

JA
Review №84

People smoking and leaving garbage

Pa
Review №85

No restrooms but businesses not far away...parking on street handy, bike route, adult and handicap swings, bridge over river, scenic view of city.

Ki
Review №86

Awesome

Je
Review №87

Bring the group swing back! Citys a buncha fun killers.

Ma
Review №88

LOVE IT! This place freaking beams with positive vibes and makes you a true believer in a strong and diverse urban community!

Qu
Review №89

One of my favorite spots to hang out in Milwaukee.

An
Review №90

Best way to cross the river on foot.

Ma
Review №91

The swing park and bridge are unique.

Lu
Review №92

Good time. Would recommend. Too much sand -1 star, I didnt get shot.

We
Review №93

Unique and fun for old and young.

Ca
Review №94

So fun! Adult side swings!

Ba
Review №95

My favorite hang out when I visit Milwaukee

To
Review №96

Cool spot just be safe

Je
Review №97

Great hidden gem. I took my date their before dinner to surprise him. He loved it!!

Je
Review №98

Not as cool as you wld think it wld bw

Pa
Review №99

Great park cool picture opportunity

An
Review №100

Great place

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  • Address:1737 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, United States
  • Phone:+1 414-286-2489
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • Park
Working hours
  • Monday:5am–10pm
  • Tuesday:5am–10pm
  • Wednesday:5am–10pm
  • Thursday:5am–10pm
  • Friday:5am–10pm
  • Saturday:5am–10pm
  • Sunday:5am–10pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:No
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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