1. Discovery World
500 N. HARBOR DR. | 414-765-9966
This might be the most intensely cool museum we’ve ever seen. You can lay on a bed of nails, dance with a robot dinosaur, race mini go-karts and stare down piranhas. The exhibits are weird in a good way and will have you coming back for lots of return visits.
2. Milwaukee Art Museum
700 N. ART MUSEUM DR. | 414-224-3200
On many Sundays, MAM has family events where kids get to make art of their own. With the help of the museum staff, you’ll sculpt, paint or craft something awesome. Plus, it’s in one of the most Insta-worthy buildings in Milwaukee, and admission is free for all kids 12 and under.

3. Betty Brinn Children’s Museum
929 E. WISCONSIN AVE. | 414-390-5437
Milwaukee kids have loved Betty Brinn for decades. At the Be a Maker space, you can build your own…