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Upper East Side

Upper East Side in Milwaukee, WI — food, arts_culture, shopping.

Thomas A. Greene Geological Museum · 2 parks & green spaces · 28 places to eat

— open now 64 places mapped 30 events this week
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The quick read

Is Upper East Side a good place to live?

Upper East Side has 9 parks and green spaces, 28 places to eat, and 9 shops and services mapped within the neighbourhood. There are 9 homes currently for sale here. Use the guide below to judge the day-to-day fit for you.

What are homes like in Upper East Side?

There are 9 homes for sale in and around Upper East Side, priced from $349,000 to $1,149,000 (median about $525,000). See the Homes page for current listings.

What is Upper East Side known for?

Upper East Side is known locally for landmarks like Thomas A. Greene Geological Museum, its 28-strong food and drink scene.

What's happening in Upper East Side this week?

There are 30 events on this week in and around Upper East Side, from local listings — see the Events page for dates and details.

Who is Upper East Side best for?

Based on what's here, Upper East Side suits families and the outdoors, food lovers.

Choose your own adventure - Upper East Side

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    Three hand-picked days through Upper East Side, every stop a real place.

    Slow morning

    Coffee, a green stroll, an easy lunch

    1. Morning Roast Coffee Company Coffee Shop
    2. Stroll Cambridge Woods Park Park
    3. Lunch William Ho's Chinese
    4. Treat Cedar Crest Ice Cream Ice cream
    5. Browse UWM Bookstore Books
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    Get outside

    Trails, parks, and a laid-back bite

    1. Trailhead Milwaukee River Line 2.4 km
    2. Grab a bite City Subs Sandwich
    3. Casual dinner Kenwood Sandwich
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    Culture & flavours

    Heritage, local shops, a proper dinner

    1. History Thomas A. Greene Geological Museum Museum
    2. Coffee The Denemark Lounge Cafe
    3. Local shop Open Pantry Convenience
    4. Dinner out Oakland Gyros Greek
    5. Tonight Ann Patchett Tue Jun 23
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    Through the lens

    Places in this neighbourhood, as photographed by the people who know it.

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    Could you live here?

    Falling for Upper East Side? Ask our local insider what it's really like to call this neighbourhood home — schools, the commute, the quiet streets, what's on the market right now.

    Around town this week

    Fresh from local news covering Upper East Side and the surrounding area.

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    Get directions Parking · 56 lots Where to stay — of 16 open now

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    What is there to do in Upper East Side?

    Upper East Side has 2 parks and green spaces, 28 places to eat, and landmarks like Thomas A. Greene Geological Museum. Use the curated day plan, or jump straight to Eat, Do, Events, Parks, Shop, or Homes.

    Where should I park in Upper East Side?

    Most of Upper East Side is residential with free street and lot parking near the parks and main streets. See Getting Here for mapped lots.

    How do I get to Upper East Side?

    Upper East Side sits in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, reachable by car, by transit, or by the local trails for cyclists.

    Can I see homes for sale in Upper East Side?

    Yes — the Homes page lists houses currently for sale in and around Upper East Side, and can connect you with a local agent.