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1. View stunning formations at the Cave of the Mounds ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Explore The Historic Third Ward in Milwaukee ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Tour the Taliesin Preservation (Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center)

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© Taliesin Preservation (Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center)

4. Admire gardens based on children's literature at Bookworm Gardens

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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5. Visit the Harley-Davidson Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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6. Learn about the history of aviation at EAA AirVenture Museum

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7. Watch amazing tricks at the Tristan Crist Magic Theatre

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8. Discover historic treasures at the Green Bay Packer Hall of Fame

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9. Stroll through the Green Bay Botanical Garden

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10. Interact with adorable animals at The Farm

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11. Admire the artifacts at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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12. Enjoy architecture and a vast art collection at the Milwaukee Art Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
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13. Immerse yourself in nature at Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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14. Step inside the historic Pabst Mansion

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15. Step back in time at Old World Wisconsin

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16. Discover plants from around at world at Olbrich Botanical Gardens

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17. Stroll through the gardens at the Paine Art Center and Gardens

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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18. Learn about the fascinating railroad history at the National Railroad Museum

Category: Kids & Family Fun
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19. Explore Madison's culinary scene with Madison Eats Food Tours

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20. Step back in time at the Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Wisconsin Museum of Quilts and Fiber Arts

21. Take the kids to the Treinen Farm Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch

Category: Kids & Family Fun
© Treinen Farm Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch

22. Discover rare plants at the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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23. Enjoy a fun-filled day at Circus World, Wisconsin Dells

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Wisconsin cities and towns like Madison, Milwaukee, Bayfield and Green Bay have much to offer in the way of cultural sites, great restaurants and museums. Wisconsin Dells, the water park capital of the country, is packed with family fun in the form of theaters, parks, museums, and tours of nearby natural wonders.

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