Things To Do

Discovery World

Check out our reception venue - it's also a science and technology museum!

Villa Terrace

In addition to it being our beautiful ceremony location - it's also a museum with great views of Lake Michigan!

Our Favorite Bars

Looking for a night out? Happy Hour? Quick drink? Then, Milwaukee is the place for you! Here a just a few options we suggest: Brat House Old German Beer Hall Blu at the Pfister Camp Bar The Wicked Hop The Outsider at The Kimpton Bryant's Cocktail Lounge Foundation Bar Bugsy's Back Alley Speakeasy Shaker's Cigar Bar

Our Favorite Restaurants

It's always overwhelming choosing a restuarnt in a new city. Some of our favorites include: County Clare Milwaukee Ale House Carnevore La Merenda Rock Bottom BelAir Cantina Harbor House Story Hill BKC Ardent Onesto Screaming Tuna

Historic Third Ward

One of our favorite areas of Milwaukee and also the location of the restaurant where we met - Milwaukee Ale House way back in April 2011! The Historic Third Ward is a great place for sightseeing, shopping, casual drinks on The Kimpton rooftop and some of Milwaukee's most popular restaurants.

Milwaukee Pedal Tavern

A great way to experience Brew City. This pedaling pub crawl takes you on an adventure through the historic Third and Fifth ward. The Milwaukee Pedal Tavern is something Jake and Taylor have done several times with groups of friends and it never gets old!

Milwaukee Food & City Tours

Milwaukee's premier award-winning tour company. Jake and Taylor's favorite tour is the Pre-Prohibition Historic Bar Tour!

Milwaukee Art Museum

The Milwaukee Art Museum is an architectural landmark and home of The Quadracci Pavilion which has movable wings that unfolds and folds twice daily. Not only is it a museum but it's also the home to many events. The Milwaukee Art Museum is where Jake and Taylor spent NYE back in 2013.

Harley-Davidson Museum

When in Rome! Why not check out the home of Harley-Davidson?! Afterwards, check out Motor Bar & Restaurant located in the Museum.

Brewery Tours

No trip to Milwaukee is complete without going on a brewery tour! The options are endless but some favorites include: Lakefront Brewery Miller Brewery MobCraft Sprecher Broken Bat Brewing Co. Good City Brewing Historic Pabst Brewery

Great Lakes Distillery

Small-batch distillery in Milwaukee. One of the places Jake took Taylor as a part of her birthday weekend several years ago. He had a fun filled weekend planned with Friday night involving local beer, Saturday was spent at Cedarburg wineries (30 minutes north of Milwaukee) and Sunday was planned around local cocktails and a tour at Great Lakes Distillery!

Polish Fest

The largest celebration of Polish Heritage in the United States just happens to be the same weekend as our wedding! Located on Summerfest grounds - walking distance from our reception venue!

Bradford Beach

Milwaukee County Zoo

Estabrook Beer Garden

PaddleTavern

Edelweiss Cruise

Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner or a lively party, the Edelweiss has the perfect cruise for you. Jake and Taylor are no strangers to boat cruises, especially for friend's birthday celebrations!

Milwaukee Kayak

A fun, unique way to explore the city! Rent a canoe, kayak or stand-up paddleboard and explore Milwaukee from the river. Jake and Taylor have rented kayaks in previous summers and made pit stops at bars and restaurants along the Milwaukee River!

Oak Leaf Trail

Need a break from all the beer and cheese curds? Check out the Oak Leaf Trail! Great for cycling, roller blading, walking and running throughout Milwaukee County.