East Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Activities
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Milwaukee Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Our pick of the best East Town Hotel Deals
The Pfister Hotel
Amazing hotel - charm, food selection, nice swanky lounge at top of hotel
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Lovely hotel and wonderful bars! Fun, artsy hotel to stay in. Love the albums in the lobby to bring back to your room and okay on the turntable 👍
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
Everything was good. The room could use a little tlc.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Very nice facility. The staff was very welcoming and friendly. A lot of options for food at the kickback and breakfast.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Westin Milwaukee
Beautiful hotel with excellent staff!!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown
Great stay in Milwaukee—perfect location near downtown and the Riverwalk, with easy access to attractions like Fiserv Forum. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and family-friendly. Staff were welcoming, and the overall experience was smooth. Definitely worth it for a short stay.
Reviewed on 23 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 Great Lakes Distillery.
