Explore the best family-friendly day trips from Milwaukee! Discover fun and exciting destinations perfect for kids and parents alike, just a short drive away.
If may sound crazy, but one of our favorite family day trips from Milwaukee was to luxurious, exotic, exciting… Kenosha! It’s a 50 minute drive from Milwaukee, and home to some interesting places like the Dinosaur Discovery Museum and Mars Cheese Castle. The Dinosaur Discovery Museum is most definitely a small museum, but it’s a...Read More
Legoland Discovery Center is a destination that seems to promise a day of fun and creativity for families, especially for those with younger children. However, reviews are mixed from some of our readers. Photo: Legoland Discovery Center Facebook Page Located conveniently near the iconic IKEA, this playful attraction can be a full day’s affair or...Read More
Families within driving distance of Skokie, IL are in for a treat as “Titanic: The Exhibition” opens its doors at Westfield Old Orchard on February 16. Perfectly situated for an educational and entertaining day out, the exhibition is located at the former Bloomingdale’s store, accessible from the Orange Level parking garage at the shopping center’s...Read More
Navy Pier in Chicago is one of the most popular family attractions. One of the best parts about living in Milwaukee is having easy access to the world-class popular attractions in Chicagoland (without the daily traffic!). Whether you’re planning an easy day trip from Milwaukee, a full weekend of fun, or just wondering what to...Read More
One of the best parts about living in Milwaukee is having easy access to the world-class popular attractions in Chicagoland (without the daily traffic!). Chicago’s suburbs are packed with family-friendly attractions and activities. Whether you’re planning an easy day trip from Milwaukee, a full weekend of fun, or just wondering what to do while you...Read More
Tucked away in the heart of Eagle, WI, you might miss Paradise Springs as you zoom by it on the adjacent highway. But if you know where to look, an abandoned treasure lies waiting to be discovered by families looking for an easy and enchanting outdoor adventure. Paradise Springs Nature Area, a place so beautiful...Read More
Are you on the lookout for a unique day trip that is a sure-fire hit with kids? Look no further than the East Troy Railroad – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of East Troy, Wisconsin. It’s one of our favorite family day trips from Milwaukee. Step back in time, when trains chugged through...Read More
One of the best parts about living in Milwaukee is having easy access to the world-class popular attractions in Chicagoland (without the daily traffic!). Chicago and its surrounding suburbs are packed with family-friendly attractions and activities. Whether you’re planning an easy day trip from Milwaukee, a full weekend of fun, or just wondering what to...Read More
You can ride an old-fashioned bike at Old World Wisconsin. Old World Wisconsin in Eagle, WI is offering free general admission for kids on weekends throughout the entire month of September. The hands-on, family-friendly attraction is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for the fall season (September 3-25, 2022). Guests...Read More
Labor Day weekend will be your last chance to visit Bristol Renaissance Faire in Kenosha. And if you’ve never been before, it’s a medieval feast for the senses. It’s one of our favorite summer festivals around Milwaukee! The grounds are transformed into a 1500’s village, complete with knights, swordfighters, minstrels and jesters, open air stages,...Read More
