Far Southwest Side Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Steve Luzzo
Photo by Steve Luzzo

Where to stay in Far Southwest Side

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Ashburn

The restaurants and churches are a few reasons travellers visit Ashburn. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Chicago Ridge Shopping Mall and Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture, a few notable attractions nearby.

Ashburn
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Beverly

Beverly is well liked for its restaurants and churches. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Martin Luther King Drive and Harborside International Golf Center are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Beverly
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Washington Heights

Washington Heights is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Carter G. Woodson Library and Dr. Percy Julian Residence are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at 95th Street - Longwood Station or 103rd Street Washington Heights Station to get around.

Washington Heights
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Morgan Park

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Morgan Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Harborside International Golf Center and Dr. Percy Julian Residence, a few notable attractions nearby.

Morgan Park
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East Beverly

While East Beverly may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Harborside International Golf Center and Dr. Percy Julian Residence.

East Beverly
Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
The price is NZ$495 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$495
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (8,921 reviews)
"Took water awhile to get hot for shower, and parking is ridiculously expensive. Other than that enjoyed staying at hotel"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL
The price is NZ$384 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
NZ$384
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,835 reviews)
"The property if beautiful and historic. The main room is incredible. The rooms are well taken care of, you can just tell they are a little dated with a slight smell. I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG

3.5 out of 5
25 South Halsted Street, Chicago, IL
The price is NZ$280 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$280
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,353 reviews)
"Nice hotel and with easy access"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
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House with garage, outdoor dining and basement bar

House with garage, outdoor dining and basement bar

Chicago
Stay at this vacation home in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Chicago Museum of Science and Industry ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Cute and Clean!
"Property was very clean, warm and welcoming. Beds were comfortable. Property manager was great at checking in, and readily available. The place smells great! Everything is new! We will definitely book again!"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2025

House with garage, outdoor dining and basement bar
Sentral Michigan Avenue

Sentral Michigan Avenue

4 out of 5
808 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (862 reviews)
"We went for Lollapalooza and it was a really great location - just accross the street. I didn't love the check in process as you check in yourself on tablets (there is someone to help if you need it though), but the tablet just kept freezing and I had to go to the next one after having tried a few ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop

3.5 out of 5
1436 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a nightclub, a fitness center, and concierge services. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (339 reviews)
"The elevator wasn’t working"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Wrigley Field which includes a city, central business district and a sporting event

Wrigley Field

A big piece of Chicago's soul, an ancient stadium that keeps alive the quirky, edgy madness of baseball.

Wrigley Field
Magnificent Mile - River North showing street scenes, signage and a city

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.

Michigan Avenue
Navy Pier

Navy Pier

One of Chicago’s most popular attractions, especially on a hot day, with its fun fair, boats, circus and theatre.

Navy Pier
McCormick Place

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.

McCormick Place
Millennium Park showing modern architecture, a city and street scenes

Millennium Park

See mind-bending sculptures, a musically-inspired lawn and giant water fountains that double-up as video screens.

Millennium Park
Soldier Field featuring a city, modern architecture and a high-rise building

Soldier Field

Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.

Soldier Field

Activities

River tour boat in Chicago

Architecture River Tour

NZ$69
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Architecture River Tour
See Chicago's magnificent skyline at night!

Chicago By Night River & Lake Cruise

NZ$75
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Chicago By Night River & Lake Cruise
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour

Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour

NZ$67
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks

Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks

NZ$70
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Regular & Express Ticket

Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket

NZ$41
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Chicago C3® : Save on admission to your choice of 3 top attractactions

Chicago C3® by CityPASS®

NZ$176
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Chicago C3® by CityPASS®
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Cities near Far Southwest Side

Chicago which includes a high-rise building and a city as well as a family

Chicago

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Calumet Park