Looking for a city that’s packed with places for that perfect shot? Look no further than Wauwatosa. From charming cafes to vibrant murals, we’ve compiled our favorite cute photo spots for you to check out. Get out your camera, strike a pose, and don’t forget to tag us @DiscoverWauwatosa.
North Avenue Mural Arts District (NoMAD)
These larger-than-life murals brighten up East Tosa and offer the perfect backdrop for your pictures. The NoMAD series started in 2019 with seven murals and has continued to grow. Find these art installations along the North Avenue corridor and choose your favorite.
The Village of Wauwatosa
Filled with historic buildings, twinkling lights, unique shops, railroads, and bridges, The Village of Wauwatosa’s European-esque charm serves as a perfect setting for your photos. In between shots, make sure you stop for a bite to eat, a drink, or pick up some delicious cheeses, chocolates, or souvenirs.
Joy Ice Cream Social
The cherry on top of some delicious ice cream. Head to the back of Joy Ice Cream Social to find an open play space and giant mural welcoming you to strike a pose.
Firefly Grove Park
Get a pic with your new best friend, Mama Rosa, at Firefly Grove Park. Her beautiful bouquet of recycled lamp posts light up around dusk every night, stay for this magical moment and snap a few golden-hour pics.
Hoyt Park Bridge
Since 1939, the Hoyt Park Bridge has been one of Wauwatosa’s most iconic backdrops. Frame up your subject between the limestone arches and capture a lush surrounding of trees with water below. It’s a gorgeous stop year-round and leads you right to The Landing at Hoyt Park Beer Garden where you can take a few more snaps of your giant pretzel and stein of beer.
Kneeland-Walker House
Capture the history of Wauwatosa with a picture at the Kneeland-Walker House. Built in 1890, and now home to The Wauwatosa Historical Society, this Queen Anne house sits on 1.5 acres of land and features stunning Victoria-era gardens outside. Bring your camera to one of their garden events and capture the timeless beauty that’s preserved here.
Hartung Park (Labyrinth)
Hartung Park’s labyrinth is an impressive spot to explore and photograph. Created from patterns of salvaged cobblestone, the puzzle sits next to a two-acre pond and feels like you stumbled into another world.
Idyll Coffee Roasters
Enjoy a cup of freshly roasted specialty coffee inside a calming, spacious, and downright gorgeous space at Idyll Coffee Roasters. Take it slow, and snap some candid shots while you’re here.
What are you waiting for?! Go snap some pics and enjoy your day in Wauwatosa.