East Town Travel Guide
Milwaukee
Popular places to visit
Milwaukee Art Museum
Peruse a vast collection of classic European and American art in this gallery that is housed in a striking modern building.
Pabst Theater
You can enjoy a show at Pabst Theater during your trip to Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Veteran's Park
Explore the great outdoors at Veteran's Park, a lovely green space in Milwaukee. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
Discovery World
An interactive journey through local conservation, modern innovation and science, proving that education can be creative and fun.
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Walk around the campus at Milwaukee School of Engineering as part of your travels around Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Milwaukee City Hall
Explore this Milwaukee landmark on an informative tour or simply appreciate its ornate Flemish Renaissance Revival architecture from the forecourt park.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Top hotels in East Town
The Pfister Hotel
"The Pfister Hotel is a lovely place to stay at. It's breathtaking, the food was delicious, very clean, and the staff was fabulous. We enjoyed our time at the lobby enjoying a drink and the music provided by the piano player. I highly recommend The Pfister when visiting Milwaukee/"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
"Clean room great breakfast and excellent staff! Attentive. Pool was heated but strangely murky. Great location for family with kids for walking around!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
"Great valet guys. Great rooms and great staff."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG
"Second time staying here and will again."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, WI
"My friend and I had a great stay here! The room and hotel were very clean. Breakfast was delicious with plenty of options. Staff also checked in throughout the weekend asking if there was anything we needed (thanks Andrew and Jay)! I would definitely come back."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Westin Milwaukee
"Very convenient location!! Lobby and public areas very nice. The room was starting to show some wear and tear. Not terrible but not great."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Town
Downtown Milwaukee
Lake Michigan and Pabst Theater are a few top attractions in Downtown Milwaukee. Hop around the city on the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop and check out the area's fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries.
Yankee Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Yankee Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Veteran's Park and Milwaukee Art Museum.
Historic Third Ward
Unique features of Historic Third Ward include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Lake Michigan or Milwaukee Public Market while you're exploring the area.
Lower East Side
While visiting Lower East Side, you might make a stop by sights like Oriental Theatre and Charles Allis Art Museum.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.
Fifth Ward
Fifth Ward is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Milwaukee Brewing Co. or Great Lakes Distillery.
