Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Waukesha

"Layton Blvd. in Mitchell Park, the indoor conservatory is the highest-rated park in Milwaukee, boasting 4.5 stars out of 106 reviews on Yelp."

"Visit the home of Captain Frederick and Maria Pabst, built in the 1890’s for $254,000 as a testament to America’s Gilded Age. The Pabsts became consummate art collectors, filling their mansion with priceless treasures, and they hosted many fine parties and receptions. Between 1908 and 1975, the mansion was the archbishop’s resident and the center of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Milwaukee."

"Pabst Mansion was once a home to a German-American man who was the founder of Pabst Brewing Company. The house was later named after him and is currently a spot where visitors can sightsee. The mansion has an collection of galleries and the spacious rooms that used to be Pabst’s areas of relaxation and is open to the public."

"Once home of beer baron Captain Frederick Pabst and his family, this mansion is the epitome of Gilded Age splendor. The house has been lovingly restored to its original grandeur and features fine period furniture and architectural details. It’s an especially enchanting sight fully decked out for a Victorian Christmas."

"Home field for the Milwaukee Brewers, Miller Park's most famous feature is its retractable roof. The 12,000-ton, seven-panel roof opens and closes almost silently in just 10 minutes. Miller Park is not a walking destination, but is still just a short jaunt west of downtown situated in an industrial area, and flanked by far-reaching parking lots."

"The weather is always perfect for baseball under Miller Park’s fan-shaped retractable roof. Let younger fans enjoy the KidsZone, an interactive play area featuring a mini-version of Bernie Brewer’s famous slide, and the whole family can cheer on the famous Racing Sausages when they take the field before the bottom of the sixth inning."

"Miller Park is home to the Major League baseball team, Milwaukee Brewers. It has a capacity of 41, 900 and was opened in 2001."

"Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum is an awesome mansion on a bluff overlooking Lake Michigan. When the person died who built it, he dedicated the mansion to the city. Since then, it has served as a decorative arts museum with fantastic gardens leading down toward the lake, in addition to being a popular spot for weddings."

"Overlooking Lake Michigan, the Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum is a popular Milwaukee arts destination housed in an Italian Renaissance-style villa. Designed and built by architect David Adler in 1923, the villa originally served as the residence of Lloyd Smith of the A.O. Smith Corporation and his family."

"The Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum creates opportunities for residents and visitors to experience history, culture and the arts, by offering vibrant exhibitions and performances in the grand yet intimate setting of the Lloyd Smith family’s lakefront Renaissance villa and garden."

"The North Point Lighthouse is home to a charming renovated museum, where you can learn about maritime history, see artifacts from ships that sailed Lake Michigan, and learn about the keepers who maintained the lighthouse (there are some real characters there!). Climb the 74-foot tall tower for a spectacular 360° view of Lake Park, Lake Michigan and downtown Milwaukee. Kids must be at least 38 inches tall to climb the tower."

"Established in 1855, the North Point Lighthouse is an architectural and historic treasure. Located on a high bluff in Lake Park, one of Milwaukee’s oldest public parks, the lighthouse remained operational until its deactivation in 1994. It stands 74 feet high, and its keeper’s quarters and lighthouse are open for touring."

"The dual purposes of the North Point Lighthouse Friends, Inc. are to restore and rehabilitate the North Point Light Station and to operate it for the benefit of the public."

"Built in mid 19th century, the St. John's Cathedral is one of the most beautiful churches in Milwaukee known for its classic design and intricate gold detailing. The church is loved for its interiors and has an iconic stained-glass window and a church organ which adds to its beauty. The church was purchased by John Henri in 1844 and was designed in Zopfstil style."

"The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist is the episcopal see of the Catholic Archdiocese of Milwaukee, located just east of Cathedral Square Park. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Milwaukee Landmark. Archbishop John Henni purchased land for the cathedral in 1844."

"Fans of street art will love the murals in this alleyway turned open air gallery in Milwaukee’s East Side neighborhood. Local Milwaukee artists as well as muralists from all over the world made their mark on these city walls, including internationally-renowned French artist MTO, who created one of his only murals in the United States here at Black Cat Alley in Milwaukee."

"It's a hard to go wrong when there are over a dozen different murals in one place. One of the best murals for an Instagram photo is the butterfly wall. It's a great spot for something cute and "candid."

"A house and yard adorned with bizarre concrete sculptures in a Milwaukee suburb. See All 21 Things to Do in Milwaukee"

"Totaling just two miles, Grant Park’s Seven Bridges trail in South Milwaukee treats hikers to a variety of flora and fauna, ravines lined with lannon stone paths, azure views of Lake Michigan, verdant clearings and shady tree covers. Along the ravine, hikers will observe American beech, maple, white ash, and yellow birch trees, and plants such as trout lilies, may apples and trilliums. The trail features 10 bridges in total and takes hikers through to a secluded beach area."

"A jewel of South Milwaukee, Grant Park has everything to offer athletic nature lovers. Their 18-hole golf course is extremely playable and a fun way to spend an afternoon or two. The hiking trails are bar-none to any other park in Milwaukee, and will surround hikers with gorgeous tree cover while taking them on an adventure they won’t soon forget."

"This trail offers an easy 2-mile loop through ravines and across flowing streams in a beautifully wooded park. One of the most often photographed portions of the trail is a covered bridge at the trailhead with a sign that reads “Enter this wild wood and view the haunts of nature."

"Located just off of Lake Shore Drive, this park is a veritable diamond in the rough hidden in suburban Wisconsin. Set up a blanket on the bluff and enjoy views you certainly wouldn’t expect to glimpse next to casual cul-de-sacs and suburban homes."

"There’s a reason why Milwaukee is called the City of Festivals. With family-friendly fests throughout the summer, there’s always something fun to do in Milwaukee. Many people may flock to Milwaukee for the world’s largest music festival, Summerfest, but families should make it a point to visit the wide variety of family-friendly fests."

"Ever-changing special exhibitions, featuring old masters, self-taught artists, modern American print-making and photography, contemporary art from around the world, and more are on display in this free museum on the Marquette University campus."

"Located on the Marquette University campus, this free museum features an impressive permanent collection, an ever-changing array of exhibitions, and a full calendar of free performances, gallery talks, workshops, and more!"

"207 E Buffalo St Suite 526, Milwaukee, WI 53202-5739+1 414-870-9930[email protected]http://portraitsocietygallery.com. Portrait Society Gallery is one of Milwaukee's most progressive contemporary art spaces. Exhibition change every two months and include photography, video, installation, painting by emerging and mid-career artists."

"This newly opened spot didn't take long to make an impression on its neighbors. And it's not hard to see why. This bakery would feel at home in the Vieux Nice, with its inviting storefront and display of various breads and its charming decor."