Lower East Side
Milwaukee
Visit Lower East Side
Popular places to visit
Charles Allis Art Museum
This old mansion showcases a diverse range of paintings and furniture, including one-off pieces of art.
Harley-Davidson Museum
Delve into the history of one of the world’s most famous motorcycle brands via interactive exhibits, photo galleries, workshops and behind-the-scenes tours.
Milwaukee County Zoo
This sprawling animal park houses a wide array of exotic wildlife, and is acclaimed for its conservation programs and educational resources.
Milwaukee Art Museum
Peruse a vast collection of classic European and American art in this gallery that is housed in a striking modern building.
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 art scene.
Milwaukee River Walk
After visiting Milwaukee River Walk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
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 Lower East Side
The Pfister Hotel
Everything was great and outstanding
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
All around excellent. Even has an excellent art gallery in the hotel.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Beautiful view, clean room, very comfortable bed
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
The Iron Horse Hotel
Beautiful hotel, great customer service and staff.
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Clean rooms, friendly staff. Shuttle service is a plus
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
From check in to check out staff and facilities were great!
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lower East Side
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.
East Town
East Town is highly notable for its fantastic nightlife, and you might want to visit top sights like Lake Michigan and Veteran's Park. See more of Milwaukee by jumping on the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop.
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.
Riverwest
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Riverwest. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Martin Luther King Drive and Lakefront Brewery, a few notable attractions nearby.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and UW–Milwaukee Panther Arena.
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.
