Brighton Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Wrigley Field
A big piece of Chicago's soul, an ancient stadium that keeps alive the quirky, edgy madness of baseball.
Naval Base Great Lakes
After visiting Naval Base Great Lakes, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in North Chicago. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.
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.
Activities
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Our pick of the best Brighton Park Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
It gets the job done. I recommend if you’re looking for somewhere cheaper to stay and won’t be spending too much time in the room. But the amenities aren’t great, you can barely take two steps in the bathroom, and the walls are super thin.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Overall a great place. My only issue was that they charged us for 3 nights of valet @82.00, but we only had a car there for one night.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Positives: The staff was friendly, professional, and very helpful throughout my stay. Negatives: Unfortunately, my experience had a few issues. I didn’t receive the suite I had booked for the first night and had to switch rooms the next day, which was quite inconvenient. The bathroom also had a persistent ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Excellent breakfas
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Old, dirty carpet. Fine bed. Clean sheets nothing special.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
The Wade
Lake/Beach view was great, we were switched rooms, our room was not yet cleaned yet
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Brighton Park
Near West Side
Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by United Center or Credit Union 1 Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town.
South Loop
Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in South Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Roosevelt Station or Cermak-McCormick Place Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
Near South Side
Travellers choose Near South Side for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cermak-McCormick Place Station or Roosevelt Station and check out top sights like Soldier Field.
West Loop
Consider a visit to Old St Patrick’s Church and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Loop. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Racine Station or Ogilvie Transportation Center.
Hyde Park
Hyde Park is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Michigan and Robie House.
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).
