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.
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 lively breweries 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
Personal and Detailed Milwaukee Sightseeing Bus Tour
The Grand Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Milwaukee
Milwaukee Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide
Top hotels in Lower East Side
Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
Nice room, gym was very nice, food options in the various restaurants were wonderful. The hotel was clean and the room was comfortable. Self parking was easy and convenient. We will stay there again.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Iron Horse Hotel
Nicely located and easy to get to
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
Great stay! I knew we were getting a complimentary breakfast but I did not know we also got a complimentary dinner! Nice perks.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
The hotel is clean and the staff are attentive. The TV’s were out and my door had an issue with the locking mechanism. When I tried to open the door it stuck. Bought it to management attention they said it would be fixed. It wasn’t. 4 days no tv in the room and at one point it took me 10 minutes ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Excellent!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Pfister Hotel
The Pfister is an incredible place to stay! However, given it was Kentucky Derby night, I could not get in house dining to pick up the phone for over 45 minutes. The front desk and the concierge were very helpful!
Reviewed on 4 May 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 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.
