Near West Side Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
United Center
Catch an event at United Center during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
University of Illinois Chicago
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Illinois Chicago during your visit to Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Mary Bartelme Park
Explore the great outdoors at Mary Bartelme Park, a lovely green space in Chicago. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Rush University Medical Center
If Rush University Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Chicago.
Credit Union 1 Arena
Catch an event at Credit Union 1 Arena during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Union Park
Explore the great outdoors at Union Park, a lovely green space in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
Lights, Camera, Action: Chicago Iconic Movie Scenes with In-App Audio Tour
Picturesque South Tour Of Mauritius, Incl Lunch,7-Coloured Earth
Private Downtown Chicago TV and Movie Sites Walking Tour
Fulton Market Delicious Donut Adventure and Walking Food Tour
Chicago: Fulton Market Donut Adventure with Tastings
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Other neighbourhoods around Near West Side
West Loop
Consider a visit to Union Park 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.
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.
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
Grant Park and Millennium Park 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.
West Town
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and The 606 are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city.
South Loop
Grant Park and Soldier Field 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.