Downtown Evanston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Evanston
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.
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.
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.
Millennium Park
See mind-bending sculptures, a musically-inspired lawn and giant water fountains that double-up as video screens.
Activities
Lincoln Park Hauntings Ghost Investigation Tour
Embers of the Windy City: Chilling Chicago Ghost Tours
Secrets of Lincoln Square: Self-Guided Puzzle Quest in Chicago
Glow Workshop Neon Art Experience at Studio WIP
Our pick of the best Downtown Evanston Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
It’s an old hotel. It needs a quality paint job and new carpets in the hallways among many other things. But the lake view rooms makes up for a lot of what’s missing.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Convenient location, friendly staff, great breakfast buffet to start the day.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Berry nice
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Nice room, gorgeous views, attentive, professional staff. Perfect location!
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Clean room and friendly staff
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Perfect stay
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Evanston
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.
Lakeview
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.
Logan Square
The breweries and live music are just a few things visitors like about Logan Square. Concord Music Hall and Milwaukee Avenue are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Logan Square Station or California Station (Blue Line) to get around the larger area.
Lincoln Park
Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Lincoln Hall, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.
O'Hare
Travellers choose O'Hare for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cumberland Station or Remote Parking Station and check out top sights like Fashion Outlets of Chicago.
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.
