Top Milwaukee Outdoor Activities

Forward Outdoor offers one of the most unique ways to experience Milwaukee. Located directly on the waterfront at Discovery World, our rental location provides immediate access to calm, protected harbor waters with stunning views of the city skyline, Lake Michigan, Lakeshore State Park, and the Summerfest grounds. Unlike many paddling experiences that require transportation, lengthy instructions, or advanced skills, guests can get on the water quickly and explore at their own pace. We offer a variety of watercraft—including kayaks, paddleboards, hydro bikes, and paddle boats—making it easy for families, couples, solo travelers, and groups to find the perfect adventure. As a locally owned Milwaukee business, we're passionate about helping people connect with the outdoors and discover the city from a perspective most visitors never experience.

Kick off your morning with a guided e-bike tour around Milwaukee. Covering about 15 miles, you’ll ride through historic neighborhoods and scenic parks, with stops including the North Point Lighthouse and Villa Terrace Museum and Gardens. Capped at eight for a personalized experience, this tour is a fun, active way to pack in plenty of sightseeing. Hear facts and insights from your guide along the way.

Milwaukee is known for its beer, brats, baseball, and lakefront scenery, but it offers much more than most travelers realize. Learn about the city through the eyes of a resident guide on this Milwaukee sightseeing tour, see famous attractions, trendy neighborhoods, an art-filled alley, and so much more—including a bronze statue of the Fonz of “Happy Days” fame.

The Milwaukee Downtown ride takes you on a on an exhilarating helicopter journey down the Milwaukee Bay where you can witness Downtown Milwaukee like never before! This ride offers a truly unique perspective, soaring directly over the heart of the city. You’ll be treated to sweeping views of the Milwaukee River, the iconic Hoan Bridge, and the majestic Milwaukee Art Museum. But that’s not all – this ride encompasses the entire cityscape, ensuring you don’t miss a single landmark.

An immersive clue-solving adventure around RiverWalk Milwaukee. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule anytime with no fees. It's a scavenger hunt, escape room, and urban crawl all-in-one. Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more! Plan on about two hours of playtime, depending on your experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like! PLEASE NOTE: Bookings made less than 7 days before your play date will be scheduled for local pickup. For bookings made 7+ days in advance, our team will contact you to arrange shipping.

See more of Milwaukee in less time—and give your feet a rest—on this exciting E-bike tour. After getting settled on your bike and joining a small group, cruise around the city to sights including Walker Square, Milwaukee Pierhead Lighthouse, Bradford Beach, and more. Cover more ground than you could on foot as you zip between top landmarks, enjoying a fun and effortless way to experience the city.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Milwaukee is chock-full of epic holiday light displays, and you’ll get to see—and snap—them all on this hop-on hop-off tour. Great for locals and visitors, you’ll cruise from Catalano Square to Pabst Brewery and more, only getting off when you like. Along the way, expect caroling, a complimentary drink and dessert, and plenty of glowing Christmas cheer.

Enjoy a walking tour of beautiful and interesting parts of Milwaukee while following clues on your smartphone and solving interesting puzzles along the tour. Play the game on your smartphone with your group as the game guides you through the city. Score points for correct answers and try to get the high score on the leaderboard. See major attractions as well as less-known gems of Milwaukee on this unique scavenger hunt and walking tour. Play any time that fits your schedule! There is no in-person guide you have to wait for! Tour downtown Milwaukee and see the iconic Quadracci Pavilion, St. John Cathedral, City Hall, Pabst Theater, and much more. Your group of 2 to 6 people works together to solve the 22 challenges on the scavenger hunt. Wear comfortable shoes! You'll walk about 3 miles along this scavenger hunt tour. Explore the city at your own pace Enjoy fun challenges with family and friends Discover Milwaukee's hidden gems and historic sights Perfect for all ages

Our unique immersive adventures are one of a kind. We provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

One of Milwaukee’s most popular experiences, this E-Bike City Skyline Tour immerses travelers in the great attractions and scenic sights that Milwaukee has to offer. Enjoy a shared biking adventure through the city with stops at landmarks including the Milwaukee Art Museum, the iconic Bronze Fonz, and the beautiful Milwaukee lakefront, while taking in impressive skyline views and local history along the way.

Explore Sheboygan’s highlights in a fun way, on a Segway, on this small-group excursion. Cruise along the Sheboygan River and Lake Michigan shoreline to see the lighthouse, shipwreck sites, schooner remains, and the John Michael Kohler Arts Center. If you’d like, you can upgrade to a private tour for a more personalized experience.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Set off on an exciting journey through Milwaukee! Dive into the city’s vibrant past—from its Native American heritage to the waves of European immigrants who shaped it. Explore the stories behind its landmark buildings, discover the legend of the famous “Fonz,” and learn why locals call ATMs “TYME machines.” Put your sleuthing skills to the test with fun challenges and clever clues along the way. And be sure to grab a selfie with the Fonz for extra points! Get ready to experience Milwaukee in a whole new way!

Discover the highlights and hidden secrets of Milwaukee without having to read a guidebook on this fun and interactive scavenger hunt. Even though it’s a self-guided hunt, the package includes a remote host to chat to and get support from along the way. With your group, work as a team to solve clues and explore the city’s unusual oddities, local hotspots, and hidden surprises.

See the sights of Milwaukee while learning facts about the city's history, art, and architecture on an entertaining and interactive scavenger hunt. This app-based game leads you through the city, challenging you with trivia questions and tasks as you pursue the items on your list. This is a fun group activity for team building, parties, or anyone looking for a playful and memorable way to get to know Milwaukee.

The Milwaukee Wacky Walks scavenger hunt is a royal-themed experience that will use an app to give you a list of items around the city to find and challenges to complete. Along the way, compete in royal tournaments to determine the King/Queen throughout the game. Gain points for your team by taking photos of the items you find and challenges you complete. The goal is to hold on to the King/Queen title the longest and gain as many points as you can. Play for as long as you want anywhere in the city you'd like. A remote host will be following along virtually and chatting with you if you need anything. Come reign in Milwaukee today!

Explore the sights, sounds, and attractions of Milwaukee with a convenient bike rental that lets travelers discover the city at their own pace. Ride along scenic streets, waterfront paths, and local neighborhoods while enjoying the flexibility to create a personalized sightseeing experience. With rental options available for different lengths of time, this outdoor adventure is an ideal way to experience Milwaukee beyond the typical tour.

See Milwaukee by bike on this engaging ICity Skyline Tour and discover the city's must-see landmarks from a unique perspective. This guided Bike Tour lasts nearly two hours and offers an up-close look at Milwaukee's vibrant waterfront, public art, and historic attractions. Ride through the city with your guide while taking in highlights such as the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Bronze Fonz, and the scenic Milwaukee Lakefront.

Walk around Milwaukee while completing the Operation City Quest scavenger hunt! Use an app to find a list of objects around the city in any order you choose and perform fun challenges for points. Collect points and take a look at your score compared to others across the country. All of our scavenger hunts have a remote host via chat to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Milwaukee.

Explore Milwaukee with the convenience of an E-bike rental and discover the city's attractions at your own pace. Cruise along scenic lakefront paths, navigate downtown streets with ease, and enjoy a flexible outdoor adventure without the effort of traditional biking. Whether planning a short sightseeing ride or a longer exploration, an electric bike provides a comfortable and enjoyable way to experience Milwaukee.

This zombie-themed scavenger hunt offers a fun and interactive way to get to know Milwaukee. The app-based game will send you and your team across the city on a quest for items to help you survive a zombie apocalypse. With guidance from a live, remote host and an opportunity to perform challenges to score points, this is a great way to get a group outside and exploring together.

Ready for a unique urban adventure? Crazy Dash is a flexible, app-based scavenger hunt perfect for exploring your city in a new way, from Milwaukee to cities all over. Forget stuffy tours and guidebooks—this is your experience, on your terms. Unlike other scavenger hunts, we provide live, remote hosts—real people—who are there to support you. You can chat with them anytime to get hints, ask questions, or just get some encouragement. You’ll never be stuck, and you’ll always have someone in your corner to ensure you have a blast. Our challenges are all about fun, not trivia. You’ll complete hilarious photo and video missions to earn points, turning your exploration into a game. You can compete on our nationwide leaderboard or just play for fun—the choice is yours. Crazy Dash is the perfect way to spend time with family, friends, or a partner. Get ready to explore, laugh, and make memories.