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 lively breweries and its fascinating museums.
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
Milwaukee Bucks Basketball Game at Fiserv Forum
Top hotels in East Town
The Pfister Hotel
Excellent hotel in every aspect.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Very clean, quiet room. Staff was very responsive to setting up the sofa bed for us. Parking was easy, and the discount was appreciated. The arts decorations were beautiful..we will stay again..
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
The hotel is beautiful!! The front desk staff INCREDIBLE!!! Kenneth I believe was the gentleman's name. He was very polite and friendly. He allowed my son to go into the little store they have and grab a couple snacks. Breakfast was hot, fresh and quite a few options. Hot tub was heavenly. We LOVED ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
Easy parking
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, WI
Overall Great Stay
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
The Westin Milwaukee
Great location and lobby / coffee and restaurant
Reviewed on 4 Apr 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 Allen-Bradley Company Clock Tower.
