West Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Town
Popular places to visit
Humboldt Park
Humboldt Park is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Milwaukee Avenue
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Milwaukee Avenue during your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
The Salt Shed
You can get tickets for a performance at The Salt Shed on your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
St. John Cantius Church
After visiting St. John Cantius Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art
Enjoy a stop at Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art, an entertaining place to visit in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Chopin Theatre-Death and Harry Houdini
You can get tickets for a performance at Chopin Theatre-Death and Harry Houdini during your trip to Chicago. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
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 Town Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
I’ve stayed here before, and this time I was disappointed at the lack of cleanliness in the room and overall condition of it.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Good location, parking only a couple blocks away, very clean and quiet room.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
The pillows in the rooms were very hard and so was the bed. In the pool area there where not enough towels for people and it seemed very cold for a indoor pool.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Great location! Excellent customer service! My only one complaint is that there are no microwaves at this property.
Reviewed on 26 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
Great place to stay. Staff is very friendly
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Town
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Near North Side
Known for its fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Near North Side. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
