Uptown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Aragon Ballroom
Catch an event at Aragon Ballroom during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Montrose Beach
Soak up the sun with views of Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan at this city beach known for its fun sports and extensive amenities.
Montrose Harbor
With trails, a beach and a bird sanctuary, this spacious city harbor is a good place to sail from and a great place to hang out.
Hutchinson Street Historic District
You can learn about the history of Chicago with a visit to Hutchinson Street Historic District. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Graceland Cemetery
Enjoy a stop at Graceland Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Chicago. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Riviera Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Riviera Theatre during your stay in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Activities
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Chicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Uptown Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
Always stay here when I’m trying to save money great location and price
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
The breakfast menu was fresh, delicious, and there was such a good variety of items to choose from. The staff was pleasant & professional. Absolutely loved this hotel & will definitely vist again. There were tons of restaurants & shopping on the next block. Garretts popcorn right across the street ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
It was a great location for getting to and from our event.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
Our room was directly next to the elevators and it was very noisy all night long. The AC would not go below a certain temperature and it was very warm in the room all night no matter how low the temperature was placed. The room was very small and did not provide a lot of comfort.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
River Hotel
This location is excellent for sightseeing and going to the theater.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Freehand Chicago
Rooms are really small and it seems like they didn’t take their time to clean it. The bathroom was not clean and had empty body wash and hand soap dispensers. The staff there weren’t welcoming either. Overpriced for a room that was dark and had a bad odor to it. Spent the night then checked out as ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
Wrigleyville
You might enjoy the bars while in Wrigleyville. Wrigley Field is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Sheridan Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Lakeview
Known for its lively bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. Top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Lincoln Park
Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Lincoln Hall, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.
Old Town Chicago
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Chicago. Top attractions like Second City and Armitage Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sedgwick Station or Clark-Division Station to see more of the city.
Logan Square
The breweries and live music are just a few things visitors like about Logan Square. Concord Music Hall and Milwaukee Avenue are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Logan Square Station or California Station (Blue Line) to get around the larger area.
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.
