Lower West Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lower West Side
Popular places to visit
Canalport Riverwalk Park
After visiting Canalport Riverwalk Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the area's art scene and festivals.
Chicago Arts District
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Chicago Arts District during your travels in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
National Museum of Mexican Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Mexican Art during your travels in Chicago. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
St Adalbert Church
St Adalbert Church is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum during your travels in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
St Pius Church
After visiting St Pius Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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 Lower West Side Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
Great location, beautiful historic hotel with clean, updated rooms.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
The great customer service, clean room, and enjoyed the free breakfast.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Food at sports bar was great along with the service. Bedding was top notch, room clean& nice TV
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago
Outdated rooms and our heater stopped working overnight and the temp fell to 60's which felt freezing given it was zero outside with snow flurries But Matt the maintenance guy came quickly at 6 am thankfully and got it back up and running. Other than that, a truly beautiful hotel and the restaurant ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Average
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
Everything was awesome at this hotel. From the attention and care of the desk staff to the fabulousness of the room and valet. Really great. Happy to stay there again.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lower West Side
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.
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.
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 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.
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).
