Lower East Side, WI
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
Walk around the campus at Marquette University during your stay in Milwaukee. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively breweries while you're in the area.
Things to do
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Milwaukee Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Milwaukee Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide
Lower East Side Hotel Deals
The Pfister Hotel
Beautiful lobby and close to everything downtown. Comfortable room. Room service was fantastic.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Ok
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel
Lovely hotel and wonderful bars! Fun, artsy hotel to stay in. Love the albums in the lobby to bring back to your room and okay on the turntable 👍
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
Everything was good. The room could use a little tlc.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
The pool was closed for our entire stay with no explanation why.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
a great hotel for a visit to milwaulke
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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
Central business district with cultural, financial, and historical landmarks, Downtown Milwaukee offers shopping at The Shops of Grand Avenue, art galleries in the Historic Third Ward, high-end dining, and vibrant nightlife. Explore the Milwaukee Public Market and Riverwalk, or hop on the free streetcar system.
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 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
Experience a historic warehouse district with a mix of specialty shops, art galleries, and restaurants. Visit the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design, and enjoy year-round gourmet options at the Milwaukee Public Market, easily accessible via The Hop.