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 stay in 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 theater 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
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour
Milwaukee Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game
Top hotels in East Town
The Pfister Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Fab!
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
The place was great, though the beds stiff and the water pressure very spotty. Otherwise, everything was very nice and we enjoyed our stay!
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Incredibly friendly and helpful staff, delicious breakfast and access to a coke fountain drink machine was an awesome perk!
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
The Westin Milwaukee
Perfect!
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown
Breakfast alright, no bacon. Yogurt was out.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Town
Downtown Milwaukee
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views, and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Milwaukee. Top attractions like Lake Michigan and Pabst Theater are major draws. Catch the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Yankee Hill
When in Yankee Hill, you can plan a visit to Veteran's Park and Milwaukee Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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
If you're spending some time in Lower East Side, Cass Street Park and Oriental Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.
Fifth Ward
Travelers come to Fifth Ward for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Milwaukee Brewing Co. and Great Lakes Distillery while you're in town.
