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Weekend Trip: Madison to Milwaukee

Your guide to the best family-friendly activities in Milwaukee

August 3, 2024

Milwaukee, WI — 1.5 hour drive from Madison


Old World Wisconsin

Take a trip back in time! At Old World Wisconsin, you can adventure through historic spaces and experience life the "old fashioned" way. Learn about how the settlers in 19th century Wisconsin lived!

W372 S9727 WI-67, Eagle

Open Wed-Sun, 10am-4pm


Racine Zoo

This 32-acre zoo is located on the shore of beautiful Lake Michigan. Many endangered animals live here. Every Saturday, the zoo has fun games, crafts, and other activities to try! 

2131 N Main St, Racine

Open daily, 10am-5pm


3rd Street Market Hall

This market has a variety of food and beverages from dozens of vendors! Some of the food highlights include Latin food, Caribbean food, sushi, hot dogs, wings, and a cheese-baed eatery! There are also a gaming lounge, shuffleboard, and Topgolf has a swing suite here. 

275 W Wisconsin Ave Suite 100, Milwaukee

Open daily, hours vary


Betty Brynn Children’s Museum

Interactive museum designed for kids aged 10 and under. There are many exhibits, including a railway, pocket park, hot lava, and more!  

929 E Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee

Open Wed-Mon, 9am-4:30pm


Kayla’s Playground

This park is more than just a playground! It is all accessible, and was created to "to enable all who have special needs to forget about the challenges that they are presented with daily while teaching others the value of friendship and compassion". There are swings, slides, and climbing opportunities! The park also has several fields and picnic areas. 

3723 W Puetz Rd, Franklin

Open daily