East Town Travel Guide
Milwaukee





Visit East Town
Stay near popular East Town attractions
Things to do

Milwaukee Morbid Mirrorlight Ghost Tours

Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum

The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee

City of Neighborhoods: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Milwaukee
Top hotels in East Town

The Pfister Hotel
"Beautiful property. Every staff member--from front desk, bar, restaurant, housekeeping, concierge,to bellhops, were pleasant, professional & helpful. Our room was comfortable, clean & quiet. The location was perfect, just a short walk from the art museum. Would certainly stay here again."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
"The reception staff were friendly, professional, and helpful. Our stay was quick but nice. Room was clean, breakfast was good (a lot of options), and parking was easy. The interior of the hotel is beautiful and well preserved. We very much enjoyed our stay and would definitely consider returning ..."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
"Nice clean room. Fun hotel with great food and next to the theatre!"
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

The Westin Milwaukee
"Spent a night here to attend Summerfest. Staff was great, hotel very nice and clean. Wish we'd had longer to stick around and enjoy the hotel restaurant/bar. Would definitely stay here again!"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

The Knickerbocker on the Lake
"It’s a cute place with helpful and kind staff, but the property definitely needs review. Our bathroom mirror was missing, like quite literally missing and the TV didn’t work at all. Another thing that I can’t get too upset with bc it’s my fault for not looking but I was disappointed that some kind ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Tru By Hilton Milwaukee Downtown, WI
"Lots of choices for breakfast, room was comfy and spacious, and staff were very attentive!"
Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026
Where to stay in 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.

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.

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.

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.

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


























