For a feel of the city, visit Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward for dining and shopping.
If you want to get out in nature, the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center has some lovely hiking trails, including a few that take you to nearby Lake Michigan
There are, of course, lots of breweries in town - but the great thing about Sprecher is that in addition to beer, a tour includes a (delicious) soda tasting!
Great brewery tour, or if you don't want to do a tour, they also have a riverside restaurant.
Located in the Third Ward, shop local food and artisan products.
The Riverwalk ties the Third Ward to other neighborhoods. A great way to see the city on foot.
Check out some art and a great view of the Lake.
If you prefer small towns and want to go for a drive, Cedarburg has a lovely downtown with local shopping and dining.
A perfect spot for brunch or burgers - Sobelman's is famous for their Bloody Marys. If you head into the city, there are several locations, including one in the Third Ward.
A super casual spot for giant butter burgers and Wisconsin style custard. Make sure to check out the cow statues behind the building.
Milwaukee is a city that's proud of it's coffee scene - so check out some local places while you're in town! Look for Colectivo, Stone Creek, Anodyne, and Valentine's, just to name a few.