Lower West Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lower West Side
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 fascinating museums 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Cooper Dual Language Academy
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cooper Dual Language Academy during your travels in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard First Lady
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Lower West Side Hotel Deals
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Clean room. Super friendly front desk staff. Complimentary drinks were a big plus! Whole property was amazing. Walking distance to everything.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Amazing
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
citizenM Chicago Downtown
Great breakfast
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Warwick Allerton - Chicago
Lovely staff and service , room was gorgeous and continently located:)
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Breakfast. Delish Cushy pillows. Comfy bed Nice shower Staff so friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
Room, location, staff all were excellent
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
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.
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).
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.
