Some of our favorite places to dine in Milwaukee are: Cafe Corazon - Mexican $ / Odd Duck- innovative small plates-$$

/ La Merenda- Tapas and shareable plates- $$

/ Buckley's- American $$-$$$

/ Balisterei's Pizza Bluemound Inn- $$ / Lake Park Bistro- French $$$$ / Ristorante Bartolotta - Italian $$$$

/ Balzac- Wine and small plates- $$ / Milwaukee Public Market- Food Stalls of all sorts $-$$ / Cafe Lulu- Sandwiches Salads- $ / Collectivo Coffee - Breakfast and Lunch options- $ / Maharajah- Indian All you can eat Buffet (lunch/brunch) / Le Reve- French bisto with excellent desserts ($$) / Lupi & Iris- Fine Dining ($$$$)

Milwaukee Classic since 1942- Frozen Custard! Mix amongst the locals at this drive-in spot for frozen custard and hog dogs

Nice place to grab lunch, find souvenirs & cheese, or grab a glass of wine. It’s in the Third Ward neighborhood which is a nice area to walk around in for art, restaurants, & boutiques

Saturday morning Farmer's Market from 8am-Noon. Coffee, veg, snacks, music, doggies, conviviality.

Fun and popular brewery tour with great beer- Reservations are a good idea most days. Stick around in their large, converted power plant space for food and (occasional) live music.

The first distillery in Wisconsin after prohibition ended. Tours and tastings- their absinthe, gin, and vodka were staples at Club Anything, the goth club Angela and Tony used to hang out at in thier 20s (which is right down the street)! :D

A must for cocktail fans- Classic 1938 cocktail lounge famous for classic cocktails. Great bartenders, atmosphere, & style. Really a one of a kind place.

1920's Milwaukee German restaurant with German beer - indoor and outdoor seating

Underground dive with 3 bars, cheap drinks, and a bowling alley.

The Oldest Bar in Milwaukee and always a great time. Go early to met local color, later on it features a lot of college students. Located near Brady Street in an old Polish neighborhood.

Due to German immigration, Milwaukee was the place to be in the heyday of 19th century American beer production, and the tradition lives on. I recommend Lakefront, Third Space, Eagle Park, and Good City, just to name a few. There are also some German-style beer gardens around the city in parks which are a great way to enjoy a nice day. If you want to find one nearish the reception site- Check out the one at South Shore Park. Family Friendly.

Grab a drink or check out some live music in the Bay View neighborhood of Milwaukee. This storied music venue was once a tavern that housed an Italian Anarchist book club and prohibition parties; today it's a community space for artists and musicians.

This Cold War Spy themed restaurant and bar is a Milwaukee Classic. The entrance is hidden and you "need to know" the password to get in!

Somewhat corny but always interesting! Safe for all ages before 10pm

There is a secret entrance in the Newsroom Pub at 137 E Wells- tell the bartender in a low voice that you're looking for a safe house.

Check out a film at this gorgeous 1920's cinema (also see: Downer and Avalon theaters). Beautifully restored and HAUNTED. Close to a Cat Cafe, Beans and Barley restaurant, and the Black Cat art alley.

The oldest certified bowling alley in the United States is in the basement of this century-old bar. The two lanes feature the original wood, and are oiled with a spray can. Neighborhood kids reset the pins by hand.

EHHHHHHH- It's our local hero, Arthur Fonzarelli! In the Bronze! A city landmark to be sure!

Designed by Santiago Calatrava, the same architect as the Sidney Opera House, "The museum houses nearly 25,000 works of art housed on four floors, The museum holds one of the largest collections of works by Wisconsin native Georgia O'Keeffe."

Nice walk with nice animals. Great for kids or adults.

AKA "The Domes". 3 large glass greenhouse domes filled with horticultural delights. doesn't take long to check out. Great for kids and adults.

Several companies offer kayaking on the slow-moving Milwaukee River. There are some breweries to stop at along the way if that’s of interest. Milwaukee Kayak Company, Brewcity Kayak, Milwaukee Kayak tours are some places to rent from if you're interested.

One of Milwaukee's streets famous for bars and nightlife. Anthony used to bounce at the HiHat and the couple has also spend some good times at The Nomad and Balzac, as well as other spots along this street.

15th century Chapel on the Marquette University Campus that was brought over from France. Legend has it that Joan of Arc prayed here and you can feel her presence in a certain part of the chapel.

Take some time to learn about the history of Black Americans in both Milwaukee and across the United States.

Hands-on science musuem aimed towards the little ones but pretty fun for all ages

Six tiny houses built for working class people- the largest collection of Frank Lloyd Wright homes anywhere.

Find the Bizarre and Scientific up for sale at this Milwaukee institution known for their amusing signs. A good way to waste some time- good for older kids and adults

A lighthouse, statues, bridges, and scenic views along the bluffs of Lake Michigan. Great for a stroll. The houses in the neighborhood are extravagant! On nearby Downer Ave you can find some cafes and restaurants.

Need to get away from the city? Grant Park is just one of many parks in the area. Wooded walks and access to sandy Lake Michigan beaches.

As Elder Goths, we would be remiss in our duty if we neglected to tell you of the Calvary Cemetery with a dilapidated chapel and many scenic tombs where we *may* have had totally epic spooky photoshoots in days gone by.

Neither of us have gone on any of these tours but if your tastes are for the spooky or true-crime, they do a Dhamer tour and ghost tours. There are some guests who have personal run-ins with Jeffery Dhamer himself- ask around- if you dare!

Bingo! Slots! Fine dining! Its not Vegas but if you wanna lose some money Potawatomi Casino is here for you! :D

The Milwaukee Brewers play just a few miles outside downtown Milwaukee- easily reached by any taxi service, but many downtown taverns offer free rides to the stadium for the price of a beer.

a 20 min drive outside of MKE is a beautiful garden with the largest collection of hostas in the world. I'm not sure what the display is like in September but it really is a lovely place.

If you have a day to kill and would like to visit one of the weirdest palces on Earth- House on the Rock should be high on your list of things to see while you are in Wisconsin. Just check out the website for why. It is a 2-hour drive from downtown Milwaukee

A short day trip (1 hr drive)- and very unique! This is the design center and museum of the Kohler Co which makes ceramic bath and kitchen items. Actually a really great place to visit *and* there are some great places to eat nearby- The American Club ($$$$), Trattoria Stefano, and Il Ritrovo to name a few. Kohler-Andre Park is also in the area if you’d like to visit protected sand dunes on the cost of Lake Michigan.

If you want a quaint little historic town to spend a few hours in, a 30 min drive north will take you to Cedarburg, WI. Boutiques, fudge shops, and art galleries with a local winery to check out.

You can get to Chicago in an hour and a half by car, and there are train and bus serivces from downtown Milwaukee that head to the United States's thrid-largest city.