East Town Travel Guide
Milwaukee
Visit East Town
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.
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.
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.
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
"Room was clean and onsite dining was quality"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
"The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area if we had questions or wanted suggestions on things to do!"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
"We love staying here for our anniversary every year! Awesome staff! Doua was super helpful and we will be back!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG
"The room was clean and beds comfortable. Convenient parking around the corner or valet for $39/ night. Breakfast was good with healthy choices available. Usual hotel eggs. There is a master switch for the main living area which we loved because it was eco- friendly. It also meant if you switched ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, WI
"Great, helpful staff. Breakfast was not restocked"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 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
Where to stay in 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.
Wauwatosa
Travellers come to Wauwatosa for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Mayfair Mall and The Mayfair Collection while you're in town.
West Allis
West Allis is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Milwaukee Mile Speedway and Wisconsin State Fair Park.
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.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.
