Location: Mukwonago
Top Things to do in Mukwonago
10 Things to Do in Mukwonago That You Shouldn't Miss
Mukwonago is a village in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. The population was 7,355 at the 2010 census. The village is located mostly within the Town of Mukwonago in Waukesha County, with a small portion extending into the Town of East Troy in Walworth County. Of its population, 7,254 were in Waukesha County, and 101 were in Walworth County.
Restaurants in Mukwonago
1. Old World Wisconsin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 206 reviews
Old World Wisconsin is a fun way to experience the lives of immigrants to the Midwest in the late 1800s/early 1900s. Visit one of the ten working farmsteads and chat with the farmer or farm wife. Gather eggs, help in the kitchen or wood shop at the new "Life on the Farm" experience at the Koepsell Farm. Check out the 12 heirloom gardens and heritage breeds of chickens, pigs, sheep, cows, horses and oxen. Wander from farmstead to farmstead on foot or hop a tram--at a little under 600 acres you'll want to plan on at least half a day to explore everything. You can enjoy a snack or a light meal at the Clausing Barn Cafe. Old World Wisconsin is also a special place for a one-of-a-kind wedding, meeting or reunion. Or, learn even more about 19th-century life at a special workshop, day camp or school tour.
Reviewed By dekalbill - Chicago
Visiting Old World Wisconsin the first weekend of December, with the delightfully cooperative weather, was a good experience. Each of the authentic homes and businesses had docents reenacting the historical period in dress and attitude. Wandering the grounds were several "Christmas" related figures from several...MoreThank you for your review of An Old World Christmas
2. Ten Chimneys
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 131 reviews
Ten Chimneys is the estate lovingly created by Broadway legends Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne. With no ropes and nothing under glass, guests are treated to a VIP guided tour of a National Historic Landmark replete with original furnishings and overflowing with the romance of the 1930s and ’40s. “Every time I was visiting with the Lunts in Genesee Depot, I was in a sort of daze of wonder; the dining room, the table, the China, the silver, the food, the extraordinary care and beauty and taste…a sort of dream, a vision.”-Katharine Hepburn
Reviewed By Vixen322
The tour of this amazing place I had been curious about for years was wonderful. Full of history, romance, culture, and art! Such an amazing couple who found solace in Wisconsin! This is a gem of a tour and so unique! I'm glad they chose Genesee Depot for their hideaway and also glad it is now shared with the public!
3. Green Meadows Petting Farm
Overall Ratings
5 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By Eureecka - Naperville, Illinois
I have friends outside of Milwaukee, and when I saw the Groupon, I thought this could be a fun activity for us. I have to admit, I thought the tickets were a bit pricey and was happy to have found a coupon.
We went last weekend and I was amazed at how much there is to do! We brought a picnic lunch. (They have tables - in the shade - but we decided to plunk down on our blankets.) A pony ride was included with admission, and I really like that the ponies were led around the circle (as opposed to those harness things at the fair that don't even let them turn their heads). There were several playgrounds, lots of different playground types of equipment, silos that were now sand pits, a hay ride, a wagon ride, and then all of the animals. The pot-bellied pigs, sheep, donkeys, chickens, turkeys, llama, pigs, goats (and I suspect I'm forgetting a couple) were in pens that you could actually enter. Squeak got to hold chickens! (She was much more excited about this than I was.)
We started with the pony ride, then hit a couple play areas (one with bouncy balls, a pallet maze, a giant slide made of tractor tires), then scoped out the baby ducks, took a wagon ride, climbed around on a tractor, played on tire swings, took a hay ride, climbed ALL over the old fire truck, played on another play structure, mauled the goats, chickens, pot bellied pigs, sheep, donkeys, milked a cow (thanks, buttons!), watched the goat run (they open the goat pen and you can run with the goats to their night time home), went back to the fire engine, and finally, found our way to the music cart - where they have boxes of drum sticks and you can just beat the snot out of barrels, tanks, muffin tins, other random metal, plastic, and wood objects.
I also loved that there were hand washing stations all over the place.
It was a fantastic day, we had a wonderful time, and we will definitely be back!
4. East Troy Electric Railroad
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Take 14-mile train rides on historic trolleys or interurban cars. Round trips from East Troy depot and museum to Indianhead Park in Mukwonago. Stops at popular Elegant Farmer store and deli. Regular trains Fri-Sat-Sun from June through October. Sat-Sun only in April and May. Visit our website for full details, including dinner trains and pizza trains.
Reviewed By rotmeister - Johnstown, Ohio
They are not open during the week. Thankfully they had a special event and let us look around and even board the electric train!!
5. August Klatt Miniature Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By alibarbaraMilwaukee - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
This is one of those places you pass by and do a double take. That's how I found it, when driving to Old World Wisconsin, we passed right by it. It's a small village of many buildings, including a church, bridge, and nice landscaping. I've heard it was done by August Kaltt, a local artist. They were originally at his home. Worth a visit if you're near by.
6. Pieper Porch Winery & Vineyard
Overall Ratings
5 based on 56 reviews
Closed for the season, re opening May 5th
Reviewed By Steve D - Brookfield, Wisconsin
Nice place for a relaxing day but sure could use some outdoor speakers with some music for entertainment, we will be back, we enjoyed our bottle of wine selection and the wonderful country atmosphere
7. Bear Den Zoo & Petting Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By Badger_State_of_Mind
We have brought our kids to the Bear Den a couple times and we always enjoy our time there. I think we can all agree that our favorite is the Lemur that jumps on our shoulders and visits with us. There are turkeys, ponies, and all sorts of other animals. You can take a hay ride out to get a pumpkin at harvest time.
8. Fox River Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By Darlene H - Waukesha, Wisconsin
We walked all through the park today. It's pretty and great exercise. It wasn't raining and the sun was shining on the water and flowers. It was a great day for all. Enjoy this park. It's beautiful.
9. J. Lauber's Ice Cream Parlor
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By Rodney B - Waukesha
Visited here with the family and a couple friends. The old fashioned ambiance is always great. They have hand scooped ice cream, shakes, malts, floats, sodas, and a variety of old time candies. I also like all of their sundaes named after local camps. It's right across from the East Troy electric railroad, so it makes a great double stop if you have the time.
10. Pam's Fine Wines
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By kblux - Waukesha, Wisconsin
Hang out for regular locals, did not feel welcome being there. Sort of felt like I was interrupting their fun. Limited selection of wines by the glass. Rough around the edges.
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