Lower East Side Travel Guide
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.
American Family Field
Catch an event at American Family Field during your trip to Milwaukee. Attend a baseball game or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
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.
Henry W. Maier Festival Park
Enjoy an outing to Henry W. Maier Festival Park during your stay in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Marquette University
Explore the campus of Marquette University during your visit to 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
Discover Iconic Milwaukee Tour
Milwaukee Bucks Basketball Game at Fiserv Forum
Top hotels in Lower East Side
The Pfister Hotel
The place is beautiful and the staf are so kind and helpful
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
A really special place. Staff are friendly, spaces are well thought out and the art is fantastic.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
Just a nice place but you kinda live on your own there but a great restaurant is attached
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Excellent
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Was room was spotless and beautiful. The view from my room was amazing. Definitely will be staying with them again
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The staff was helpful and friendly. The front desk, Roberto, hooked me up with a fantastic room. When we needed the shuttle, the coordinator was very informative. The shuttle was clean, our driver Dean was awesome, and it was so nice to use to get to the Fiserv. Room service (Corey/Cody? sorry!) ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lower East Side
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.
East Town
Lake Michigan and Veteran's Park are top sights in East Town, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Michigan & Jackson Tram Stop or Clybourn & Jefferson Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.
Downtown Milwaukee
Lake Michigan and Milwaukee City Hall 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.
Riverwest
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Riverwest. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Lakefront Brewery and Bradford Beach, a few notable attractions nearby.
Westown
While visiting Westown, you might make a stop by sights like Miller High Life Theatre and Milwaukee Public 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.
