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.
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.
Milwaukee County Zoo
This sprawling animal park houses a wide array of exotic wildlife, and is acclaimed for its conservation programs and educational resources.
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
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Top hotels in Lower East Side
The Pfister Hotel
Great location downtown able to walk to several bars and restaurants. It's a fancy, historic hotel so you are paying higher but it's worth it.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Absolutely loved this hotel. It was clean and inviting from the time we walked in. Nacho was who checked us in and he was great and answered all the questions we had and even texted us later to see if he could help with anything.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Staff and Bell man too noche . All friendly and attentive
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
The Knickerbocker was a great location with friendly staff and a clean room. Really grateful for this spot in Milwaukee.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Great place to stay! Loved the bfast and dinner. Great area. Lots of things within walking distance. Friendly staff. Highly recommend!!
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
Room looked like it was recently remodeled
Reviewed on 17 Mar 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 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.
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 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.
