Lower East Side

As one of the oldest neighborhoods in New York City, the Lower East Side has seen many changes in regards to ethnic diversity and business. Once a working-class neighborhood mostly occupied by immigrants (Jewish, German, Puerto Rican and Dominican), the area has undergone rapid gentrification and is now associated with a trendy and "hipster" scene due to the many contemporary art galleries, trendy boutiques and nightlife spots along Clinton and Orchard streets. The Lower East Side is a great area to go shopping if you are looking for the hottest trends or a perfect place to catch up with friends and have a cocktail.