Lower East Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Milwaukee Art Museum
Peruse a vast collection of classic European and American art in this gallery that is housed in a striking modern building.
Activities
Skip the Line: Museum Admission Ticket - Grohmann Museum
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Milwaukee : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide
Milwaukee Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide
Our pick of the best Lower East Side Hotel Deals
The Pfister Hotel
Lovely old yet modern hotel. Great location to everything in Milwaukee.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
I asked to clean up the room after the 3rd day and they did not do that
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
The place was fine the room was big n comfy and comfy beds
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
Conveniently, the hotel is near everything. I would highly recommend and would be happy to come back and stay here again. Our first time staying at Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel, which was extremely pleasant. Inside of the hotel was impressively large, upgraded and clean. We drove here from ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
The Iron Horse Hotel
Great location. Decor was hip, fun and artistic. Room was clean. Bed and pillow comfy. Room was a little worn.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
The Knickerbocker on the Lake
Great location and kind helpful staff
Reviewed on 20 Apr 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.
