Family-Friendly Trips From Milwaukee

Explore exciting family-friendly trips and vacations beyond Milwaukee! Discover accessible day trips from Milwaukee, Midwest gems like Chicago and St. Louis, and the best direct flight destinations. Don’t miss out on Wisconsin’s hidden treasures, including waterfalls and Up North escapes perfect for families.

Plus, read about exciting family adventures abroad, from Kauai’s tropical paradise to the charming medieval town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber in Germany.

This category page offers inspiration for unforgettable family adventures.

Apr

25+ Best Children’s Museums in Wisconsin (Organized by Region)

April 19, 2025Calie HerbstWisconsin Adventures

Are you looking for a fun and educational activity to do with your kids in Wisconsin? Look no further than the state’s incredible children’s museums! From hands-on exhibits to immersive learning experiences, these museums spark curiosity and creativity in kids of all ages. To help busy parents plan a memorable outing, we’ve organized our top...

Apr

Where to Stay in Wisconsin with Kids: Hotels, Resorts & Cabins (2026)

April 8, 2025Calie HerbstWisconsin Adventures

Wisconsin is packed with family-friendly places to stay, from splash-happy water park resorts to cozy cabins and cool boutique hotels. Whether you’re planning a weekend in Milwaukee, a trip to the Wisconsin Dells, or a getaway in the Northwoods, this guide pulls together our best recommendations for where to stay in Wisconsin with kids in...

Apr

5 Best Indoor Amusement Parks in the Wisconsin Dells (2026)

April 4, 2025Calie HerbstWisconsin Adventures

The six-story indoor Ferris wheel is one of the standout attractions at Tom Foolerys Adventure Park. If you think the Wisconsin Dells is all about water parks, think again. Beyond its fame as the Waterpark Capital of the World, the Dells is home to several thrilling indoor amusement parks, perfect for families, rainy days, winter weekends,...

Mar

15 Magical Children’s Gardens & Flower Farms Around Wisconsin (2026)

March 28, 2025Calie HerbstGardens & Parks, Wisconsin Adventures

Milwaukee will soon be in full bloom, and it’s the perfect time to start planning outdoor adventures with your kids. From late spring through summer, local gardens and flower farms come alive with color, offering wide-open spaces to roam, playful features for kids, and plenty of fresh air. These spots are designed with families in...

Mar

100 Best Day Trips From Milwaukee for Families (2025)

March 24, 2025Calie HerbstDay Trips From Milwaukee

Looking to switch things up and explore beyond Milwaukee? You’re in the right place. This guide features our favorite family-friendly day trips, all within about two hours of the city. From small towns with big charm to hands-on museums, scenic parks, and hidden gems, these destinations offer something for every kind of adventure. We’ve grouped...

Mar

Best Things to Do in the Chicago Suburbs With Kids (2026)

March 18, 2025Calie HerbstDay Trips From Milwaukee

Step inside Medieval Times in Schaumburg for a thrilling night of knights, horses, and a medieval feast. Chicago’s suburbs are packed with family-friendly destinations — from world-class children’s museums and nature playgrounds to giant indoor playlands, medieval dinner shows, and some of the Midwest’s best zoos. Whether you’re planning a full weekend getaway or adding...

Mar

Fun & Unique Chicago Museums Your Kids Will Love (2026)

March 17, 2025Calie HerbstDay Trips From Milwaukee, Family Fun Hub

Chicago’s classic museums get plenty of love — but if your kids prefer something colorful, silly, hands-on, or totally unexpected, the city is full of fun and unique museums that go way beyond traditional exhibits. Think sprinkle pools, slime labs, optical illusions, rainbow rooms, money shredders, and even a retro McDonald’s museum. These spots are perfect...

Mar

Museum of Ice Cream in Chicago: An Honest Review for Families (2026)

March 17, 2025Calie HerbstDay Trips From Milwaukee

Just off Michigan Avenue in the heart of downtown Chicago, and behind the bright pink door, you’ll find the Museum of Ice Cream. It’s a kid-friendly experience that takes visitors into an immersive, ice-cream-themed wonderland. My daughter still says our visit was the best day of her life! Think Willy Wonka meets Instagram paradise, where...

Mar

Is Kennedy Space Center Good for Kids? Our Honest Review After Two Family Visits (2026)

March 16, 2025Calie HerbstFamily Vacation Spots

If you’re wondering “Is Kennedy Space Center good for kids?” — the short answer is yes. Absolutely yes. We’ve visited twice now with our three kids — once when they were 2, 4, and 6, and again years later when they were 9, 11, and 13 — and both times were completely worth it. It’s the kind of place that grows...

Mar

Sloomoo Institute Chicago Review (2026): A Complete Guide to the Slime Museum

March 16, 2025Calie HerbstDay Trips From Milwaukee

The iconic slime wall — a rainbow cascade of color that perfectly captures Sloomoo’s playful, messy magic. If you’re on the hunt for a unique, kid-approved indoor experience, the Sloomoo Institute slime museum in Chicago is a sensory wonderland unlike anything else. Just a 90-minute drive from Milwaukee (traffic permitting), this colorful, tactile space is filled with...

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