While first dates can be exciting, they can also very easily become awkward. To avoid this, don't head to the movies, where you will barely speak to each other. Instead, plan something active for your first date that will allow the two of you interact through an activity and get to know each other. Living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, presents you with a plethora of opportunities to do just that on your first date -- enjoying the sights of the city while interacting with each other.
Milwaukee has a wide range of museums that make the perfect environment for a first date. If your date is an art lover, you can explore the Milwaukee Art Museum together and discover what each of your favorite types of artwork are. If your date is a history buff, visit one of Milwaukee's historical museums, such as the Milwaukee County Historical Society or America's Black Holocaust Museum. If neither of you is big on history or art, there is no better way to break the ice than exploring the inner kid in each other. Visit Milwaukee's Betty Brinn Children's Museum and together explore the many interactive and hands-on activities and displays.
Depending on how adventurous you and your date are, you can get to know each other by navigating the Milwaukee River together. If you tend to lean more towards the adventurous side, you can jump into a canoe or kayak and traverse the river together by being right there in the middle of it. If you would rather enjoy the view from the shore, you can walk along the river and enjoy the views of the rapids and dams, while stopping at the river parks along the way.
Mitchell Park Conservatory, which is also called "The Domes," contains three glass domes, each of which has a theme. The Conservatory is the perfect place to share a first date, as together you can walk through the domes and explore the landscapes and plant life within each. You can also enjoy the romantic setting that the conservatory automatically creates with its beautiful flowers, lush plant life and waterfalls.
Ice skating at the Slice of Ice Rink at Red Arrow Park is a perfect place in Milwaukee for a wintry first date. Located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee, the outdoor rink is perfect for skating veterans and those who are just learning. After you spend a few hours holding hands and skating an afternoon away, you can warm up at the nearby coffee shop and sip lattes while enjoying good conversation and baked goods.
