Word has it that recent Milwaukee Bucks signee Cam Thomas is looking for things to do in Milwaukee during the NBA All-Star break. Signed following his stint with the Nets, the forward shared his excitement to explore the city and embrace the fanbase:

But Thomas is far from the only new face in Milwaukee’s sporting scene. After a busy trade deadline, Ousman Dieng joined the Bucks, and, in a white-hot stove offseason for the Brewers, David Hamilton, Shane Drohan, Kyle Harrison, Brandon Sproat, Jett Williams, Angel Zerpa and Luis Rengifo all joined the Crew. Some have stayed here on road trips, seeing the inside of hotels and arenas. For others, this will be their first taste of the Cream City. No matter how they landed in our city, we want to make a good impression.

Welcome home, Cam and crew. We’ve got your first 12 hours in Milwaukee covered with our starting five things you must-dos when visiting our city. Here’s what you need to see in your first 12 hours in the Cream City.

Hoan Bridge

Listen to P.J. Tucker wax poetic about the Hoan Bridge for just a few minutes. You might not get it right away, but you will. As you travel from the airport to downtown, this alternate route to I-94 is not just one of the best views of the city; it’s become a local icon that brings people together. As you cross, you can see the skyline meld into the lakefront. You’ll drive over the Henry Maier Festival Park grounds, which host dozens of music and cultural festivals nearly every weekend of the summer. And, if you catch it at night, you’ll watch a year-round light show that celebrates just about everything. Take in the sights on your way in and feel the city's energy as you arrive.

Lakefront

If it surprises you that Milwaukee’s perched on the coast of a lake that rivals just about any inland ocean, you’re hardly alone. It’s one of the first things visitors notice about our city, that big body of water to our east, known as Lake Michigan. It’s the second largest of the Great Lakes by volume, but far and away the greatest in our book. Walk along the miles and miles of shoreline, watching the waves crash along McKinley and Bradford Beaches, an expertly crafted cup of Colectivo coffee in hand, as you take in the brilliant blue hues or marvel at the iconic Milwaukee Art Museum. While the warm heat of summer may be a little way off, the season draws thousands of beachgoers and outdoor adventurers, giving another reason why it’s always cooler by the lake. If you need a tip or two for beach volleyball, though, Bobby Portis is your guy.

Landmark Lanes

Bowling wasn’t invented in Milwaukee, but for a long time, it was a big part of its personality. Holler House claims to be the oldest sanctioned bowling lanes in the country, and Koz’s keeps the miniature version of the sport alive with one of the few remaining duckpin bowling lanes, but for a lane that’s the best of both worlds, you’ll have to head underground. At 98 years old, Landmark Lanes is known as the Underground City for its subterranean bar scene with darts, pool, and tons of bowling lanes. A few frames at Landmark Lanes with a cold Miller High Life in hand is basically a rite of passage.

Local Eats

Yes, we’re known for brats, cheese curds, custard, beer and fish fries. They’re worth every ounce of the hype (not to mention the calories), and you should try them for yourself when you get the chance, but there’s so much more to eating like a local in Milwaukee. We have 22 James Beard-recognized chefs and restaurants, making our city a hub for notable bites. You’ll also find more than 200 locally owned restaurants around the downtown area alone, meaning that when hunger strikes, there’s a kitchen that specializes in what you’re craving. We’re not loyal to a style of pizza either, though the thin, square-sliced Milwaukee style is our specialty; you’ll find New York and deep-dish, too.

Fiserv Forum & Deer District

Walk through Deer District on your way to your new home and envision the 65,000 screaming fans packed into the plaza as the Bucks won their first NBA Finals in 50 years. The Finals celebration, the parade, even Giannis’ first MVP win, all of it gathered thousands in this space. This is a special place that’s symbolic of community, togetherness and triumph. Then there’s Fiserv Forum, a fortress filled with some of the most loyal fans in the game. They bring the passion, the intensity, the sheer noise that can flip any game and will their team to victory, flipping the switch to playoff intensity on a dime—only this time, they’ve got your back.

Welcome to Milwaukee. We can’t wait to show you around.