Central Chicago Travel Guide
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Magnificent Mile
Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.
River North
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
Theatre District
While you're in Theatre District, take in top sights like Michigan Avenue or State Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line).
Streeterville
Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
Near North Side
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.
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.
Congress Plaza Hotel
Good location for where we needed to be in the city. It’s a very dated hotel.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
The toliet was loose in the bathroom
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Not clean, worn off properly
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Clean room, and close to attractions
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Level Chicago – Old Town
Room was super clean. The view all the way down to the lake from balcony was nice.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
Perfect spot for everyone if you stay just for a couple days or couple weeks. The apartment is furnished with everything you might need and if you are out of something the store is just round the corner. And if you need any help just ask Nick. Thank you for always being courteous and ready to ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Magnificent Mile
An avenue brimming with superb shops and restaurants, the Magnificent Mile more than lives up to its name.
McCormick Place
Attend an event at the United States’ largest convention center, which features hyper-modern facilities and huge exhibition spaces connected by promenades and sky bridges.
Navy Pier
One of Chicago’s most popular attractions, especially on a hot day, with its fun fair, boats, circus and theatre.
Michigan Avenue
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Millennium Park
See mind-bending sculptures, a musically-inspired lawn and giant water fountains that double-up as video screens.
Chicago Riverwalk
Stroll along the waterfront of the Chicago River to pass some of the city’s most appealing attractions and appreciate how a once grim area has been successfully revamped.
Activities
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
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