Lincoln Park Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Chicago showing a city and modern architecture
Both a neighborhood and a park, this northern Chicago area has gorgeous scenery, residential streets lined with stately homes and extensive shopping and dining.

Lincoln Park is one of Chicago’s oldest and most affluent neighborhoods. It is also the name of the large park running along the area’s eastern border. Come here to relax and enjoy the park’s amenities or shop, dine and sightsee on the city streets.

West of the park grounds, the Lincoln Park neighborhood is a beautiful area with elegant brick row houses and historic landmarks. Gaze up at old mansions along quiet residential streets. Step inside the churches and cathedrals, including several created to serve the early Polish immigrant population, such as St. Josaphat’s Church. The Episcopal Church of Our Savior decorates the skyline.

In the evening, see contemporary performances at the Victory Gardens Theater. Shop and dine along Lincoln Park’s main business streets and near DePaul University, where one-of-a-kind stores, restaurants and bars provide unique experiences.

Walk across the graceful pedestrian bridge, completed in 1940, known as the Passerelle, to enter the massive green garden spaces of Lincoln Park. Stroll through the park’s more than 1,200 acres (480 hectares) of lawns and gardens. The Lincoln Park Zoo has no entry fee and is open year-round, making it a good stop even on a wintry, windy day. Step inside the Lincoln Park Conservatory, where palms, orchids, ferns and other exotic plants create a lush setting throughout the year. The Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool offers a hidden garden in a prairie setting. Watch hundreds of large and small boats motor out of the protected Diversey Harbor.

Wander east to the shoreline and walk along the lakefront trail to enjoy views of Lake Michigan in front of Chicago’s impressive skyline. North Avenue Beach is great in summer for swimming. In winter, look for interesting patterns in the ice on the lake. On your way to the Chicago History Museum at the very south end of the park find the 12-foot (3.6-meter) tall Standing Lincoln by Augustus Saint-Gaudens. The 16th president was honored in 1887 with this sculpture in his namesake Lincoln Park.


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Our pick of the best Lincoln Park Hotel Deals

Chicago Getaway Hostel
Chicago Getaway Hostel
2 out of 5
616 W Arlington Pl, Chicago, IL
The price is NZ$101 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
NZ$101
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Book a stay at this family-friendly hostel in Chicago. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Very clean, great location"

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

Chicago Getaway Hostel
Congress Plaza Hotel
Congress Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
The price is NZ$268 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
NZ$268
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (8,042 reviews)
"The hotel is great just the air conditioning wasn’t good and so you have to open the windows and then it’s load because of the train but other then that it was great."

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2024

Congress Plaza Hotel
River Hotel
River Hotel
4 out of 5
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL
The price is NZ$230 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,517 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

River Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
4 out of 5
600 N State St, Chicago, IL
The price is NZ$236 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,138 reviews)
"Staff was great, very helpful"

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2024

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago
Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago
4 out of 5
111 West Adams Street, Chicago, IL
The price is NZ$204 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,245 reviews)
OK for business travelers
"Functional room, very clean. Free filtered chilled water on every floor, and a machine dispensing mediocre espresso drinks. Very thin walls, and the people in the room next doir played their radio all night. Front desk staff are completely inattentive, might as well not be there. Decent hotel for ..."

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2024

Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago
The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago
The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago
4.5 out of 5
909 North Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is NZ$305 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Great location!"

Reviewed on 28 Oct. 2024

The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago
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Other neighbourhoods around Lincoln Park

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Lakeview

5/5(2 area reviews)

Known for its lively bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. Top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.

Lakeview
Gold Coast which includes street scenes as well as a couple

Gold Coast

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Gold Coast. A stop by Michigan Avenue or Lake Michigan might round out your trip.

Gold Coast
Magnificent Mile - River North which includes street scenes, signage and night scenes

Near North Side

4.5/5(114 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Near North Side. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.

Near North Side
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Wicker Park

Spend some time visiting places like Milwaukee Avenue while getting to know Wicker Park, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Damen Station or Division Station to see more of the area.

Wicker Park
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West Town

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Humboldt Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city.

West Town
Wrigley Field showing signage

Wrigleyville

You might enjoy the bars while in Wrigleyville. Wrigley Field is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Sheridan Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.

Wrigleyville


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