For the amount of kids and families that come through here, I am impressed at the working displays…read moreand overall cleanliness of this museum. We came here on a Saturday and it was moderately busy yet we were able to see everything in a few hours. There are plenty of hands-on activities throughout for all ages and exhibits highlighting local individuals and companies as well. It's hard to say what my favorite area was because I enjoyed everything, but the aquariums, weather/ storm area and the corporate exploration station stick out in my mind as where I had the most fun personally. We didn't shop around the food or gift shop area but that could be an area we explore more next time. Discovery World is well worth the price of admission and the entire family is guaranteed to have fun while learning something new!

My family loves a good science museum. Discovery world is one the best we've been too around the…read moreUS. Offering a good mix of engineering, physics, chemistry and biology exhibits, there's a discipline for everyone. I love the corporate collaborations with some of the areas best known companies. The staff does an excellent job of making sure all the hands on exhibits are in working order, which tends to be the biggest problems at these types of museums. It had been a few years since I was here. I won't make that mistake again.

Only eight swings here, but it's big fun. Plus right across the bridge from Lakefront Brewery if…read moreadults need a treat after all the hijinks. But really, the place is fun for bigger humans too. I got quite a workout trying to get some height on those swings. They are attached very high up, so it's much harder than it looks. Fortunately for wee ones, pushing from an adult works very well though. Check out the Cavorting Critters sculpture across the street too. That's the only side with street parking anyways.

A place like this is nothing but a nice hidden gem but on a road trip to Milwaukee, me and my wife…read morewanted to stop here in between one of our bar hopping adventures. Yeah it was January but this place was worth checking out, this place is in good condition and it provides a great cheap escape.

Betty Brinn' Children's Museum had been recommended to me sometime ago, and my daughter and I…read morefinally took a day trip up to Milwaukee to check it out! We had our friends from another city meet us here for a 9:30 am Saturday play date. There was a bit of a line to get in, but nothing too crazy. Both kids (3 years old) had an absolute blast! The cost is reasonable, at only $14 per person (adults included) and you receive a $3 off voucher for the adjacent parking garage ($7 and some cents total after taxes). There is something to do for children of all ages, including. a quieter play area for tots and babies 4 and under, which was much needed after my daughter was trampled by a much older child in the Floor is Lava area. My daughter especially loved the outdoor play area on the balcony! I wish the cafe had more to offer or that there was a legitimate cafe attached with lunch options. We spent a solid 2 hours here, and could have spent even longer had we not had the hour drive back home before lunchtime. We will definitely be adding this place to our yearly "to do" list!

Kids had a great time playing while learning tons about business and community- and it's great…read morethere are places for parents to sit!

The urban ecology center is a treasure in Milwaukee…read more A one time fee to become a member gives you access to tons of outdoor equipment. Snow shoes, fishing poles, kayaks, canoes, and tons more (just be aware that you need to take their water safety course to use kayaks and canoes). Their facility also has a rock wall and the center hosts tons of events to teach locals about our environment. From wildlife to gardening, urban ecology center is clearly dedicated to helping local Milwaukee get engaged with our natural environment.

My students loved the experience, but the bus expectations were too strict as well as some older…read morestaff not understanding that kids need flexibility if they cannot walk as fast as the group, or if kids want to explore before hearing a lecture. This is natural kid tendencies, but my students were not treated with as much respect as they deserved. Also, we had to wear other people's snow outfits instead of being offered to bring our own. I was not told and students were not told. I hope they fix this policy to polish it up for next year.

Love climbing at Adventure Rock. So many different routes and options to choose. Been here a few…read moretimes! Great activity!

my granddaughter had a week long camp there. Plenty of climbing lanes with a variety of difficulty…read more Also has a bouldering area. Equipment is clean and well maintained. Instructors were attentive, firm, and safety conscious. My granddaughter not only had serious fun - she also learned how to fall!! she even demonstrated it. Totally positive experience. Well worth it!!

We love Neighbor Art studio! Both my boys now, have gone here. We sign up mostly for the little's…read moreart time which is on Fridays. They get in, wash up and get to work with something usually can draw with. Special crayons, chalk, something more of a group. Then they get to work on their own social craft that was created for the class and then a big sensory bin that they all get to play with together. My oldest did a mini series one summer and it was so fun for him. One day a week for 4 weeks where he got dropped off for 45 minutes to work on a big project. I feel like it's a comfortable space to creat and interact with others. My son was pretty much a Covid kid and we didn't do any socializing and this place was a wonderful introduction to that. The owner is very sweet and patient and created a safe, fun, playful space. I also believe she does some adult art classes but you'll have to check her website out! Or stop in. So many cute and creative things to purchase for littles or yourself.

Love buying kits and art supplies form this sweet little shop, super safe covid protocols which I…read morereally appreciate. I can't wait to have an in studio experience!

This park is so popular it can be difficult to keep an eye on your own children! The equipment is…read moreextremely accessible and enjoyable, providing an opportunity for every child to join in the fun. There are plentiful places for guardians to sit, there's plentiful sunshine if the sun is out, and there are plentiful views of beautiful Lake Michigan. The biggest negative is a huge one: a total lack of disabled parking spaces anywhere near the entrance to the park. Boooooooo!!!

Public art in the park is all over Downtown Milwaukee; it's everywhere. A map is provided with the…read morenames of each piece, artist & locations. I loved the flowers which highlight each art installations. This park with reeks of fresh lavender is next to the Insurance building complex that's been here for over 100 years.

Wow! This is a gem! I heard about Rooted MKE through Yelp and attended an event. Unfortunately my…read morekiddos were sick and not able to attend the fun activity but it sounded educational and they had a great work space for crafting and activities! I was extremely impressed with the adorable book store portion! They had a huge selection of books about many different people, cultures and historical figures! It was difficult for me to choose just a few for my babies but I know I'll be back! They had the books nicely organized with board books for younger kids, beautiful, colorful story books, chapter books, etc. I think this is a must stop bookstore for any family - I can't wait to introduce these topics to my kiddos in an age appropriate way using these books as tools!

How have I not reviewed Rooted yet? Let me tell you a little bit about this amazing bookstore- they…read morehave books that focus on BIPOC and we have found some of our fave books from there. Their space is open and inviting and their staff have always been kind to me and my kiddo when we have been in. They're on Vliet St and there's plenty of parking on the street! Definitely definitely check them out!

Bouldering only gym branch of the local Ad Rock climbing gyms. This is the newest gym of the 3…read more There are no roped climbs here - just you and the wall! When my kiddo was tiny (and content to sit on the sidelines) this was a great place to go and switch off between climbing and watching the kid between my husband and I. Nowadays, kiddo wants to climb herself! Unfortunately for her, none of the walls here are really meant for small kids (which I totally get!). If you are looking for that vibe, go checkout the Brookfield gym, its great for kids! If you come here without little kids (which you probably should!), you will find yourself surrounded by varying angles of wall, from a large slabby area to a very overhung cave. Its not typically too busy when I have gone, so you will have plenty of routes to choose from.

Great service, fun routes, and a lot of space so you don't feel like there's too many people at any…read morepoint