East Village Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Village
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.
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
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Our pick of the best East Village Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
The family suite was spacious!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
The room was excellent
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago
All of the staff we talked to were extremely kind and helpful. We had something sent to the room twice. Both times the items arrived within 10 minutes. The room, which we paid $99 (after tax) to upgrade to, had a really great view of the lake, Navy Pier and Museum Campus. The room was updated. Even ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
The originally room they checked us into was terrible and nowhere near as nice as the photos in the listing. It also had water leaking from the ceiling from the room above. It had paint peeling on walls and ceilings throughout. A hole in the door. We reported this to the front desk and they moved ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Great place to stay walk to airport inside
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
The clean room the staff everything
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Village
West Town
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Milwaukee Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city.
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.
West Loop
Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue 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.
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.
Old Town Chicago
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Chicago. Top attractions like Second City and Armitage Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sedgwick Station or Clark-Division Station to see more of the city.
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.
