West Loop Gate Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Loop Gate
Popular places to visit
Wrigley Field
A big piece of Chicago's soul, an ancient stadium that keeps alive the quirky, edgy madness of baseball.
Michigan Avenue
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
Millennium Park
See mind-bending sculptures, a musically-inspired lawn and giant water fountains that double-up as video screens.
Navy Pier
One of Chicago’s most popular attractions, especially on a hot day, with its fun fair, boats, circus and theatre.
Activities
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Our pick of the best West Loop Gate Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
I chose the hotel for the location to meet friends for a visit to the Art Institute and dinner as I passed through the city, a modest price and at-grade adjacent parking lot convenience, but the physical condition was so shabby. The mattress was too hard for me, so made for an uncomfortable sleep. ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Close to everything we wanted to do and the lake and beach
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
We ended up with the stomach bug while we were on vacation, but the staff was all so responsive and helpful to us - allowing a later check-out time and bringing us bleach wipes. The texting feature was very helpful!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
We loved everything about this modern hotel, with one exception: the room doors “bang” when closing. These sounds can be heard up and down the hall and woke us up multiple times. Recommendation to the property management to install some form of sound mitigation or softer closing mechanism in the ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Everything was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Wade
Clean room
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Loop Gate
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.
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.
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
