East Town
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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 top-notch restaurants 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
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Top hotels in East Town
The Pfister Hotel
I only stay at this hotel when in Milwaukee, which is often! The staff is incredible, rooms are 5 star and elegant. I travel often for work and leisure, one of my favorite hotels anywhere.
Reviewed on 14 Mar, 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
The hotel lobby gives off the impression of a cool, unique hotel. Unfortunately the rooms are not great. The walls are paper thin, the internet was in and out for days, so it was impossible to work using it...I called several times for assistance and eventually was given the providers number LOL, ...
Reviewed on 14 Mar, 2026
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
Great
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Great place to stay and great amenities
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026
The Westin Milwaukee
Very nice, clean and very friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Mar, 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown
Everything was good Except your paying 44$ per night for valet public parking They charge us double deposit on two separate cards then said they didn’t have my card on file that was charged when I used my card for the reservation still didn’t get my money back.
Reviewed on 8 Mar, 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 Cass Street Park and Oriental Theatre.
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.
