Half Day Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Half Day
Stay near popular Half Day attractions
Activities
Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Our pick of the best Half Day Hotel Deals
Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Lincolnshire
"The staff was really nice"
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
Marriott Chicago O'Hare
Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
"Good: Great new gym and updated restaurants and menus. Bad: Rooms are very outdated with poor ventilation."
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026
Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr by IHG
"1. I didn't like there was microwave. 2. I didn't like that there was not enough parking, and $35.00 per night. 3. The in-room TV's are very old and small. 4. They don't use comforters on their beds. I froze with only two very thin linens. What I liked was the room was cleaned daily. We stayed for ..."
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Half Day
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
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.
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
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.
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.
