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 entertainment choices 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.
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 art galleries 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 entertainment choices.
Activities
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Our pick of the best Lower West Side Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
We were so thankful for the bellman on duty Saturday morning who was very helpful in explaining get a bus card and what bus lines to look for. Our first night we had dinner in Raphael’s and the French Onion soup was delicious. The room was really hot when we arrived and we had to open the windows ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
The hotel was fine as it is, the restaurant in the lobby w welcome addition at a good price point for families
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Overall nice hotel great service
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Hotel is in a good central location near many of the main attractions. Room was spacious and clean. Nice bar downstairs, there is also a rooftop bar, but that is only open in after Easter in summer. Buffet breakfast is included and that makes it very good value. Hotel also has a gym/ Not too many ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Old, dirty carpet. Fine bed. Clean sheets nothing special.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
The Wade
We had a nice view of Lake Michigan and Navy Pier. However, our check in was at 4 PM and we did not get into our room until 6 PM. We arrived shortly before 5 PM to check in. We waited in line for 20 minutes just to check in. When we finally got to the desk, we were informed that our room was not ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 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 Old St Patrick’s Church 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.
