East Town Travel Guide

Milwaukee

A pedestrian bridge over a river with a city skyline in the background, including a prominent bank building.
A modern cylindrical building with a glass facade and a curved roof structure.
A modern architectural building with a unique design, featuring a prominent tower and curved structures.
A modern building with a sign reading "Discovery World".
A spacious, modern interior with a unique geometric ceiling design and large windows allowing natural light.

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A modern architectural building with a unique design, featuring a prominent tower and curved structures.

Milwaukee Art Museum

9.2/10 (1,065 reviews)
Peruse a vast collection of classic European and American art in this gallery that is housed in a striking modern building.
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Things to do

2-Hour Bus Tour in Milwaukee City

2-Hour Bus Tour in Milwaukee City

฿1,339
per adult
2-Hour Bus Tour in Milwaukee City
Picture 2 for Activity Milwaukee Ghosts: Macabre Milwaukee Haunted Walking Tour

Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

฿803
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum

Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum

฿167
per adult
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

฿1,071
per adult
Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour

Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour

฿2,276
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour
Milwaukee Food Tour with 5 Local Favorites Tastings & Secret Dish

Milwaukee Food Tour with 5 Local Favorites Tastings & Secret Dish

฿3,414
per adult
Milwaukee Food Tour with 5 Local Favorites Tastings & Secret Dish
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Top hotels in East Town

The Pfister Hotel

The Pfister Hotel

4.5 out of 5
424 E Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿7,443 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿7,443
per night
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Stay at this luxury hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,174 reviews)
"Art work is stunning!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

The Pfister Hotel
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown

4 out of 5
700 N. Water Street Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿4,313 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿4,313
per night
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel

4 out of 5
139 E Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿5,593 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿5,593
per night
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Stay at this hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (2,644 reviews)
"Everything about St Kate is perfect Our favorite hotel on the planet."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
The Knickerbocker on the Lake

The Knickerbocker on the Lake

3 out of 5
1028 East Juneau Avenue Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿3,639 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿3,639
per night
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Stay at this spa hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,019 reviews)
"This is my second time here. I was here two years ago and had a really pleasant experience. This return visit was just as pleasing as the first one."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

The Knickerbocker on the Lake
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
525 N Jefferson Street Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿3,585 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿3,585
per night
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Holiday Inn Express Milwaukee Downtown by IHG
The Westin Milwaukee

The Westin Milwaukee

4 out of 5
550 N Van Buren St Milwaukee WI
The price is ฿6,845 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿6,845
per night
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Milwaukee. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (958 reviews)
"Room had a fantastic viewing the air conditioning system. Room and bathroom looked a little run down. Exterior was not super well cared for."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

The Westin Milwaukee
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Where to stay in East Town

Find the best East Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river with a city skyline, including a tall building with a pointed roof, and a park with yellow trees.

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.

A brightly lit Ferris wheel with colorful lights.

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.

The Milwaukee County Zoo entrance with a sign, surrounded by trees and plants.

Wauwatosa

Travellers come to Wauwatosa for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Mayfair Mall and Eschweiler Buildings while you're in town.

A river with boats, a marina, and historic buildings along the waterfront.

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.

A classical building with ornate columns and a dome, surrounded by blooming pink roses.
Photo by NC Tourism - Bill Russ
Open Photo by NC Tourism - Bill Russ

Westown

While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.

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