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DAY ONE

Morning:
Always in season, the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, known locally as "The Domes," features an Arid, Tropical and Show dome, which changes thematic exhibits throughout the year. Unique to Milwaukee and a structure unique in the world, the Domes present a sensory panorama that is sure to be enjoyed by plant lovers and by those who seek a totally relaxing surrounding.

Complete your morning with a venture into another century with a visit to the Captain Frederick Pabst Mansion. Built in 1892 for the founder of the Pabst Brewery, this Flemish Renaissance mansion was considered the "crown jewel" of Milwaukee's famous avenue of mansions. See Milwaukee's past brought to life in this nationally recognized house museum.

Afternoon:
Enjoy lunch at any of Milwaukee's cafes or delis and head to Milwaukee's East Side to enjoy the grandeur of historic homes combined with art. The Charles Allis Art Museum, Milwaukee's most elegant historical mansion of the Edwardian period, houses a stunning worldwide collection of paintings and objects d'art and English-style gardens.

Just minutes from the Charles Allis Art Museum, is the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. Newly restored, this 1903 family mansion, has been a music school since 1932. The conservatory is on Milwaukee's Historic Register and offers tours and performances.

Evening:
Dinner from any corner of the globe is yours for the choosing at excellent Downtown restaurants featuring everything from German, African, Middle Eastern, Italian and Serbian cuisine…only to name a few.

DAY TWO

Morning:
Prepare to be transported to tranquility! Begin your second day with a trip just 15 minutes from Downtown to Boerner Botanical Gardens. Boerner is an internationally recognized 50-acre botanical garden surrounded by a 1,000-acre arboretum. Immerse yourself in nature and stop by the Garden House Cafe and Gift Shop.

Afternoon:
After lunch, head 30 minutes west of Milwaukee to the Lowell Damon House in Wauwatosa. Constructed in 1844-1847, it is Wauwatosa's oldest home and a classic example of colonial architecture. Enjoy authentic displays of mid-19th century furniture.

Evening:
Top off the day with a visit to any one of Milwaukee's great theaters featuring classic and contemporary drama, ballet, symphonic music, opera and everything from African to Irish dance.

DAY THREE

Morning:
Return to Milwaukee's east side where more splendid surprises are in store. Visit the Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum. This magnificent Italian Renaissance-style villa overlooks Lake Michigan and has on display 15th though 20th century decorative arts. Discover the 16th century Tuscan gardens-a stunning project that graces the yard of Villa Terrace as it sweeps down to Lake Michigan.

Take a glimpse at the outside of the Gustav Pabst Home (2230 N. Terrace), son of beer baron Captain Frederick Pabst, and the Goodrich Mansion (2234 N. Terrace), a wedding gift to daughter Marie Pabst and husband William Goodrich.

Remain on Terrace Avenue for a look at the Frederick C. Bogk House (2420 N. Terrace, an example of a Frank Lloyd Wright "transitional" design which recalls Prairie and Japanese themes or continue your driving tour following Terrace Avenue north merging with Lake Drive. Enjoy the beauty of Milwaukee's expansive park system while you feast your eyes on the graceful and magnificent east side homes. Often coined "Milwaukee's version of Newport, Rhode Island," these homes were built by Milwaukee's brewing and industrial giants. Plan to drive slowly…you won't know which way to look first!

Quoted from Milwaukee.org.