Lower East Side vacation rentals—beautifully furnished, luxury homes

Chelsea-adjacent on the Bowery, this contemporary-art landmark champions the new and the next—bold exhibitions, commissions, and ideas inside a stacked, minimalist icon that reads like sculpture on the street. Visit New Museum

An 1887 synagogue turned museum, restored to glowing detail—hand-painted walls, soaring arches, and luminous stained glass. Immigration, faith, and neighborhood history unfold in one breathtaking room after another. Visit Museum at Eldridge Street

Pier 36 is the Lower East Side’s waterfront flex space—home to Basketball City and hosts everything from art fairs and fashion shows to concerts and brand launches. Outside, the marvel at views of downtown, the bridges, and the harbor. Visit Pier 36

Seward Park opened in 1903 as the nation’s first permanent, municipally built playground. It still centers community life with courts, play areas (including a splash pad), and the landmark library on the corner. A recent Parks Without Borders overhaul refreshed paths, seating, and sightlines while keeping its historic bones. Visit Seward Park

A spacious, river-edge park linking to the East River esplanade—ballfields, playgrounds, and breezy lawns with bridge-and-water views. Portions connect into the city’s with pedestrian links improving the flow to the waterfront. Visit Corlears Hook Park

Dinner cruises, sightseeing sails, and private charters that sweep past the Statue of Liberty, the skyline, and the East River bridges—cabins for dining, open decks for photos, and routes designed to hit the icons in one glide. Visit NYC Water Cruises

Old-school New York Jewish deli energy: hand-carved pastrami and corned beef piled high, matzo ball soup, and brisk, bustling counter charm. Order the hot pastrami on rye with mustard. Visit Katz’s Delicatessen

A lively restaurant and bar serving New American plates with a seafood lean—like oysters, crudo, and crowd-pleasing brasserie classics. The vibe is bright, buzzy, and social (famous for bottomless brunch); steak frites or challah French toast are winning moves. Visit Essex

Cozy, minimalist café with carefully pulled espresso, matcha and baked goods. Quiet, friendly, and unfussy; grab a tahini chocolate chunk cookie with your latte. Visit Kaida Coffee & Bakery

Playful, elegant vegetable-focused tasting menu in a sleek, intimate room—smart courses that celebrate produce without pretending to be meat. The onion course is a quiet showstopper. Visit Dirt Candy

Refined, contemporary American tasting in a serene, candlelit space. Globally inspired seasonal plates with a celebratory feel (accompanied by an extnsively curated wine list). Visit 63 Clinton

A historic, community-rooted food hall reborn for today—independent vendors serving everything from Latin plates and ramen to fresh fish, butchers, bakeries, and coffee. Graze, shop provisions, or grab a counter seat. Visit Essex Market

A Lower East Side legend stacked floor-to-ceiling with sweets—classic bars, bulk bins, vintage finds, international treats, and gift-ready tins. Joyfully old-school, wildly well-stocked, and impossible to leave empty-handed. Visit Economy Candy

A design-forward boutique for playful home goods and furniture—colorful glassware, witty lighting, sculptural objects, and gifts that feel one-of-a-kind. Modern, cheeky, and very display-worthy. Visit Coming Soon