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Exploring MKE with kids & mom friends 💫💟
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items All the fun places to see and explore for fun days out and about! Milwaukee has some really cool places to show your kids & a fun moms night out doesn't hurt 😁. Sharing some of the places we've explored before for your Milwaukee fun!
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This place sometimes has events for kids & parents, but regardless this is a fun night out/ away for moms! And exploring the art!
Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel | Boutique Milwaukee Hotel
Such a fun place to explore in spring and summer! The kids love it! Highly recommend going, it's worth the drive!
Bookworm Gardens
Love going here all year long! The climate controlled garden domes are a must visit! We love the show dome during Christmas and the train show!
Mitchell Park Domes - Milwaukee, WI
The Milwaukee county zoo is a staple in our routine outtings! Having a membership is so worth it! As are the classes!
Milwaukee County Zoo (2025) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Reviews)
They have done so much with this place! There's so many spots to grab food from, as well as games to play for the kids and places to just sit and enjoy!
3rd St. Market Hall - The Best Food in Milwaukee
This place is SOO cute and aesthetic 😍 the vibes are always amazing! Bring your little here for exploring, taking photos, and enjoying the beautiful historic site!
Friends of Villa Terrace | Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum | Milwaukee WI
This is our favorite children's museum! We never get bored/ sick of coming here! Their programming is also top tier! They have an inclusive environment as well as so many things to do for kids from toddlers- age 9!
Betty Brinn Children's Museum - Explore. Inspire. Make.
Best huge and fenced in playground! Perfect if you actually want to talk while your kids play!
Kayla's Playground at Franklin Woods
This mall has a kids area! It's also a little mom hack to walk around the mall in winter and during the school week for younger kids, when no one is there!
Southridge Mall | Shopping Center in Milwaukee County, WI
A must visit if you're ever in the area with kids! This place is so fun!
Kidcadia | Indoor Playground | Franklin, WI
This park is so beautiful and such a fun place to explore!
Seven Bridges Trail in Grant Park | Travel Wisconsin
A fun outting for historical Milwaukee education and bonding!
Milwaukee Public Museum