Lower East Side Travel Guide

New York
Lower East Side
Lower East Side
Lower East Side
Lower East Side
Lower East Side
Old combines with new and high art meets urban grit in this ever-changing and eclectic melting pot neighborhood with broad appeal.

One of Manhattan’s most interesting areas, the Lower East Side combines a rich immigrant heritage with a bohemian character that still survives today. Contemporary art galleries and fine dining have begun to proliferate. Visit the Lower East Side to experience a unique New York mix featuring a day of cultural exploration, eating, drinking and waterfront walking.

Learn about early immigrant life at the Tenement Museum. In tenement buildings such as these, over 15,000 immigrants lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often working desperately hard to build lives in America. Explore the recreated home and garment shop of a Jewish-American family, encounter personal narratives and try ethnic cuisine in neighborhood structures.

The Lower East Side has been an artistic hub for decades. Delve into the world of contemporary art by visiting the renowned New Museum, appreciating sculptures, paintings and installations from diverse global artists. Admire its unusual design, which resembles a series of unevenly stacked white boxes. Stop at the Sperone Westwater Gallery, housing works from artists such as Helmut Lang and Susan Rothenberg in an award-winning building.

Have a meal at Katz’s Delicatessen, the classic New York deli where a famous scene in When Harry Met Sally… was filmed. Shop for bagels and lox at the family-owned Russ & Daughters Cafe or head to the Essex Market to sample flavors from all over the world in a state-of-the-art food hall.

Beloved for its nightlife, the Lower East Side has an exciting ambiance after dark. Select from dive bars or watch a show at the Bowery Ballroom, an illustrious indie venue with multiple bars and performance spaces.

The Lower East Side is located in downtown Manhattan, immediately south of the East Village. The area is well served by a number of subway lines. Travel by taxi if necessary but traffic is often heavy. Relax with a scenic walk along the East River Waterfront Esplanade, which offers lovely views over the iconic Manhattan Bridge and the East River.


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Top hotels in Lower East Side

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
4 out of 5
215 Chrystie St, New York, NY
The price is ฿7,127 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
฿7,127
฿9,883 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 6 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,648 reviews)
"Great hotel and location"

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Moxy NYC Lower East Side
Moxy NYC Lower East Side
4 out of 5
145 BOWERY, New York, NY
The price is ฿4,815 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
฿4,815
฿6,840 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,288 reviews)
"Nice lounge and rooftop"

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024

Moxy NYC Lower East Side
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hyatt Grand Central New York
4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
The price is ฿5,515 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
฿5,515
฿8,039 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (4,515 reviews)
"great location to navigate the city from"

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2024

Hyatt Grand Central New York
The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
The price is ฿3,494 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿3,494
฿5,517 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,870 reviews)
"Location was perfect, right near the train station"

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024

The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel
Empire Hotel
Empire Hotel
4 out of 5
44 W 63rd St, New York, NY
The price is ฿5,023 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿5,023
฿6,678 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this boutique hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,636 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here before and my previous room couldn’t have been more different than the one from yesterday’s reservation. The room on the second floor looked beat up (for lack of better words). There were holes in a number of the furnishings and the bathroom door was peeling. The room just looked ..."

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2024

Empire Hotel
Lotte New York Palace
Lotte New York Palace
4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave, New York, NY
The price is ฿20,785 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿20,785
฿24,769 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this spa hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,181 reviews)
"I received exceptional service and truly felt cared for and respected. The level of compassion shown by the staff at Lotte Palace was beyond anything I have experienced before. Thank you to the team for their remarkable dedication. With many staff members having 20 to 40 years of service, I can see ..."

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2024

Lotte New York Palace
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Other neighbourhoods around Lower East Side

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East Village

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

If you're spending time in East Village, you might enjoy attractions like Tompkins Square Park and St. Marks Place. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at 1 Av. Station to see more of the city.

East Village
SoHo - Tribeca featuring street scenes and a city as well as a large group of people

SoHo

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in SoHo. Spend some time visiting top spots like Children's Museum of the Arts, and catch the metro at Prince St. Station or Spring St. Station to see more of the area.

SoHo
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Financial District

4.5/5(112 area reviews)

Enjoy the important monuments in Financial District. Brooklyn Bridge is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Wall St. Station (William St.) or Broad St. Station to see more of New York.

Financial District
Greenwich Village which includes a fountain

Greenwich Village

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like 5th Avenue while getting to know Greenwich Village, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Christopher St. - Sheridan Sq. Station or W 4 St. Station to see more of the area.

Greenwich Village
Downtown Brooklyn showing heritage elements and a bridge

Downtown Brooklyn

4/5(23 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Brooklyn Bridge while getting to know Downtown Brooklyn, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Jay St. - Tech Station or York St. Station to see more of the area.

Downtown Brooklyn
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Williamsburg

4.5/5(44 area reviews)

Noted for its cafes and live music, there's plenty to explore in Williamsburg. Top attractions like Brooklyn Brewery and Music Hall of Williamsburg are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Metropolitan Av. Station or Lorimer St. Station (Metropolitan St.) to see more of the city.

Williamsburg

Lower East Side Travel Guide