United Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 acclaimed theatre scene.
Wrigley Field
A big piece of Chicago's soul, an ancient stadium that keeps alive the quirky, edgy madness of baseball.
Naval Base Great Lakes
After visiting Naval Base Great Lakes, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in North Chicago. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.
Navy Pier
One of Chicago’s most popular attractions, especially on a hot day, with its fun fair, boats, circus and theatre.
McCormick Place
Attend an event at the United States’ largest convention center, which features hyper-modern facilities and huge exhibition spaces connected by promenades and sky bridges.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Activities
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Chicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Our pick of the best United Center Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
Did not look like the pictures shown online old hotel not update
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Housekeeping rummaged through my bag and my husbands suitcase. Nothing was taken (there was nothing of value) but they did not leave my things the way we purposely left them. Also didn’t appreciate staff sweeping right up to my breakfast chair to get me ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
Great stay
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
Ordered a high floor room and it didn't really seemed like a high floor. Overall, stay did it's job and the front desk staff is amazing! Hate that Everytime I went to the bar no one was available though.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
River Hotel
Good for business not really a vacation spot for me. No breakfast and small personal room
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Freehand Chicago
CONS: stayed in room 808. super dark, only had low lighting, which my partner and i suspect was so they could hide the stains of the room. view was of the ugly back side of the building. worst part was the ac/heater. it was cold when we were there in early may and we were told the heater wasn't working ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around United Center
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.
West Town
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Milwaukee Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city.
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.
Wicker Park
Spend some time visiting places like Milwaukee Avenue while getting to know Wicker Park, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Damen Station or Division Station to see more of the area.
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.
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.
