Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Waukesha

"Layton Blvd. in Mitchell Park, the indoor conservatory is the highest-rated park in Milwaukee, boasting 4.5 stars out of 106 reviews on Yelp."

"This isn’t so much an under-the-radar park as a place where you yourself feel under the radar while there. Lake views lead down to a tranquil beach with jetties, although it’s not the best fishing (if you don’t know what you’re doing). The “doctor” is Dr. Joseph Schneider, a well-known specialist in ophthalmology and otology, in case you were wondering."

"Located north of downtown Milwaukee in Fox Point, Doctors Park is a great place for families. It boasts nearly 50 acres of natural beauty on a bluff overlooking the lake. Near the parking lot, you’ll find a playground and practice fields."

"Located on the shore of Lake Michigan directly south of the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center, this park features deep ravines with a beech and maple overstory. The overstory shades a seasonal stream that flows out onto a sandy beach."

"Slightly off the beaten track, this quiet, family-friendly beach is an excellent choice if you want to avoid the crowds. It features a big playground for the kids and the large Spillover II sculpture for the culture-hungry adults. The beach is accessible by climbing down several flights of stairs (or a long, winding paved path), so don’t leave your flip-flops in the car because you’ll need them for your descent."

"Located in Shorewood, Atwater beach is an enjoyable spot for reading, catching some nice views, or just wasting a Sunday afternoon away with your feet in the sand. The beach itself is surprisingly large, especially since you barely see it from the ledge. Atwater Beach is part of Atwater Park, which is right at the intersection of Capitol Drive and Lake Drive."

"At the top of the park there are beautiful views of Lake Michigan. Make the trek to the lower-half of the park and take some beach pics. Atwater Park is at the corner of East Capitol and North Lake drives."

"The 22-acre park includes a 1.7-mile trail that connects to the Hank Aaron and Oak Leaf state trails; a watercraft beach area with access for canoes, paddleboats and kayaks; fishing areas and 20 boat slips for vessels up to 60 feet in length with overnight boat camping available. A bridge connects the north end of the park to the Summerfest grounds and an extension of the land near the American Family Insurance Amphitheater connects the south end."

"As Milwaukee’s only state park, Lakeshore State Park was inaugurated only within the last decade. You can find it in downtown Milwaukee, right behind Discovery World and the Summerfest grounds. Paved walkways are large enough for cyclists and dog-walkers alike and easily connect to the lakefront’s pedestrian walkways immediately north of the Milwaukee Art Museum."

"Milwaukee is located on the shores of Lake Michigan, one of the Great Lakes. This provides plenty of space for outdoor summer activities, from sailing and swimming to beach volleyball at Bradford Beach near downtown. If you just want a taste of the lake, stroll through the loop inside Lakeshore State Park."

"Located just off of Lake Shore Drive, this park is a veritable diamond in the rough hidden in suburban Wisconsin. Set up a blanket on the bluff and enjoy views you certainly wouldn’t expect to glimpse next to casual cul-de-sacs and suburban homes."

"Rather than settling on the front lawn, head ‘round back to the area behind the Lake Park Bistro. The gorgeous steps behind the building not only have a great view of the lake, but provide the perfect seating area for a good lunch with friends."

"Approximately 140 acres, Lake Park is one of several parks in the Milwaukee County park system that was designed by renowned landscape architect, and Central Park designer, Fredrick Law Olmstead. (414) 257-PARK (7275)"

"Lake Park Road, is another top choice to get outside, with Yelpers giving the park 4.5 stars out of 30 reviews."

"Best known for its beer garden, Hubbard Park also has a pair of cool tunnels and what amounts to stadium seating for gazing at the Milwaukee River. Swing by every Sunday for the “Lumberjack Brunch” celebrating when hungry lumberjacks plied the river."

"Capitol HeightsWhat you’re getting: Dreamsicle or ButterfingerKitt’s old-school neon signs have been a beacon to Northside residents for a long time. You’ll get no-nonsense service and you’ll have a friendly neighbor to chat with while you wait for your order. Dreamsicle tastes more like blue moon than orange, but I’m not complaining because the mysterious blue moon is pretty much the best flavor anyway."

"Located in the Bay View neighborhood of Milwaukee, Babe’s Ice Cream has offered vegan ice cream for many years and continues to be more and more vegan-friendly. There are at least two vegan ice cream flavors per day — my favorites are Raspberry Nebula Soy and Espresso Oreo Soy — yum! Vegan shakes and ice cream cakes are also available. If you’re looking for some bakery wrapped into your ice cream treat, Babe’s features brownies and cookies from East Side Ovens, a local vegan bakery, in its sundaes and ice cream sandwiches."

"A cute old-fashioned ice cream parlor in Bay View with vegan ice cream, milkshakes, ice cream cakes, and chocolate-dipped bananas. A fun place to stop on a warm summer night (they're closed mid-November through spring)."

"For those interested in cultural activities such as classical music and theater, the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts should be on your itinerary. This fine facility - known for its Brutalist architectural styling - was built in 1969 and is home to the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and the Florentine Opera, both of which offer a regular season of performances, as does the Milwaukee Ballet. It's also home to the First Stage Children's Theater, which offers a variety of fun programming young and old alike will enjoy."

"The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts is home to eight arts groups: the Milwaukee Symphony and Youth Symphony orchestras; Milwaukee Ballet; Florentine Opéra Company; Black Arts Milwaukee; First Stage Theater; Optimist Theatre; and Suemo Dance Company. It also features travelling shows through its Broadway in Milwaukee series."

"The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts is located in the heart of downtown and has so many great photo spots both inside and outside the building. Photos by Front Room Photography."

"The Pabst Theater — affectionately known simply as "The Pabst" to locals — is one of Milwaukee's architectural gems. Constructed at the turn of the 20th century, the theater is built in a style reminiscent of Europe's best opera houses, with a charming Baroque interior, including a spectacular chandelier and an Italian Carrara marble staircase. Included on the National Register of Historic Places, the theater is still used for stage and musical productions and other events."

"This splendid theater was built in the tradition of the grand European opera houses in 1895 by brewing magnate Captain Frederick Pabst. One of the oldest continuously operating theaters in the U.S., the Pabst features an opulent Baroque interior, including an Austrian crystal chandelier, a staircase crafted from white Italian Carrara marble, and a proscenium arch — highlighted in gold leaf — framing the stage."

"Enjoy a theatrical performance or concert at this indoor performance theater in Downtown Milwaukee. This theatre, also known as “The Pabst” hosts more than 100 events per year. The Pabst Theatre View All things to do"

"The staff was very friendly, but they messed up a lot of people's orders I noticed like forgot to put some toppings on the burgers."