Things To Do in MKE

Mitchell Park Domes

A horticultural conservatory featuring tropical, desert, and floral domes.

Doors Open Milwaukee

Doors Open Milwaukee is an annual celabration of Milwaukee's architecture, history, and neighborhoods. The event opens 100+ locations throughout the metro area to tour for free.

Brew City Kayak

Kayak rentals and a variety of guided kayaking tours of Milwaukee.

The Lakefront and Bradford Beach

It may not be swimsuit weather, but unlike Chicago, you can actually park at the beach (for free). Take a scenic walk or drive down the lakefront path on North Lincoln Memorial Drive past Lake Park, North Point Lighthouse, and Bradford Beach. Stop at MooSa's custard stand for an Impossible burger, a walking taco, or a shake.

Milwaukee Art Museum

Bay View Neighborhood

We thought this funky south Milwaukee neighborhood deserved its own section. All the places below are within walking distance of one another. RESTAURANTS HONEYPIE CAFE - Retro eatery serving comfort food and desserts with local ingredients. 2569 S Kinnickinnic Avenue | https://www.honeypiecafe.com/ GOODKIND - A Bayview gem serving seasonal dishes and cocktails. 2457 S Wentworth Avenue | https://goodkindbayview.com/ BARS BURNHEART'S - Come for the craft beer, stay for the pool and shuffleboard. 2599 S Logan Avenue | https://burnheartsbar.com/ AT RANDOM - Tiki bar lounge serving ice cream drinks and cocktails. 2501 S Delaware Avenue | https://www.atrandommke.com/

Some Favorite Restaurants

THE ORIGINAL - Upscale American and cocktails with a laid back vibe in a residential neighborhood. 2498 North Bartlett Avenue | https://theoriginalmke.com/ ALEM ETHIOPIAN VILLAGE - Traditional & delicious Ethiopian cuisine. 307 East Wisconsin Avenue | https://www.alem-ethiopianvillage.com/ BEANS & BARLEY - Vegetarian-friendly café, deli, and market. 1901 East North Avenue | https://beansandbarley.com/ COMET CAFE - Comfort food, both bacon-fused and vegetarian. 1947 North Farwell Avenue | https://www.thecometcafe.com/ BLUE'S EGG - Brunch at Blue's Egg is. a. MUST. 317 North 76th Street | https://bluesegg.com/

Some Favorite Watering Holes

LANDMARK LANES - Underground bowling alley with billiards, darts, and retro arcade games. 2220 North Farwell Avenue | https://www.landmarklanes.com/ POINTS EAST PUB - The place to go if you want chicken wings and a brew. 1501 North Jackson Street | https://thepointseastpub.com/ MILWAUKEE BRAT HOUSE - Historic venue evoking old Milwaukee with German & Wisconsin fare. 1013 North Old World 3rd Street | https://downtown.milwaukeebrathouse.com/