Milwaukee is the largest city in the state of Wisconsin and the
fifth-largest city in the Midwestern United States. It is the county seat
of Milwaukee County and is situated along Lake Michigan. This lakeside city
is a popular destination for sailing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing. It is
nicknamed the ‘City of Festivals’ because it is chock-full of several
lakeside cultural events and festivals in its summer season. Milwaukee is
also a motorcycle enthusiast’s dream destination because it is home to the
world-famous Harley-Davidson motorcycle company.
Things to do in Milwaukee
Harley-Davidson Museum
Dedicated to the iconic brand called Harley-Davidson that made motorcycling
famous throughout the world, the Harley-Davidson Museum is more than 450
motorcycles and artefacts related to the brand. This remarkable number
includes the oldest Harley-Davidson motorcycle that is called ‘Serial
Number One.’
Milwaukee Art Museum
Founded in 1882, the Milwaukee Art Museum in Milwaukee is home to a
stunning collection of over 20000 artworks dating back to prehistoric
times. It spans many centuries and all continents, and some popular
highlights here include fine prints, drawings, and photographs made in
Europe and Asia. Also of note here are the Charles Allis Art Museum that is
home to another classic collection of 200-year-old American and European
artworks and kept in an early 20th century Tudor-style villa.
Milwaukee County Zoo
Opened in 1892, the Milwaukee County Zoo is home to 1800 animals in
Milwaukee. This zoo is spread across 200 acres and is famous for the birth
of polar bears and siamangs in captivity. It is also famous for its gorilla
Samson, who lived from 1950 to 1981. Milwaukee County Zoo also kept Gertie
the Duck and her ducklings during the First World War. It is also home to
one of the largest group of bonobos who are kept in a single location
outside their native Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Best Time to Visit Milwaukee
Spring and fall seasons (from March to April and September to October) is
the best time to book flights from Las Vegas to Milwaukee. Make sure to
book your Milwaukee flights in advance to avoid paying more at the last
minute.