Calumet Heights Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Calumet Heights
Popular places to visit
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.
Wrigley Field
A big piece of Chicago's soul, an ancient stadium that keeps alive the quirky, edgy madness of baseball.
Navy Pier
One of Chicago’s most popular attractions, especially on a hot day, with its fun fair, boats, circus and theatre.
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.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Millennium Park
See mind-bending sculptures, a musically-inspired lawn and giant water fountains that double-up as video screens.
Activities
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Chicago: City Minibus Tour with Optional Architecture Cruise
Our pick of the best Calumet Heights Hotel Deals
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Great hotel!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Chicago
I paid for a king room and had that for the first half of my stay, but something went wrong with the water heater for the floor(?). It wasn't explained well to us, but we were moved into another room on a higher level which I assumed would have been similar but it was much smaller and had a queen ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
The hotel restaurant was delicious
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago
Everything was clean. Room was wonderful with an amazing view of the river. Its in the middle of either main areas. Staff was more than friendly and always had a smile. Highly recomend for a night or two in the city.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Location
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
I left my iPad in the room. Management was kind enough to ship it to my house. I appreciate that.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Calumet Heights
Hyde Park
Hyde Park is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Michigan and Robie House.
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.
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.
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).
Lawndale
When in Lawndale and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like United Center or Garfield Park Conservatory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Central Park Station (Pink Line) or Pulaski Station (Pink Line).
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.
