Southwest Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Side
Where to stay in Southwest Side

Garfield Ridge
Be sure to check out the restaurants and churches while you're strolling through Garfield Ridge, and hop on the metro at Midway Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Back of the Yards
While there might not be top attractions in Back of the Yards, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bridgeport Art Center and Zhou B Art Center.

McKinley Park
Be sure to check out the monuments and shopping while you're strolling through McKinley Park, and hop on the metro at 35th-Archer Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Brighton Park
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Brighton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit United Center and Bridgeport Art Center, a few notable attractions nearby.

New City
Beaches and mountain views are just a few things travellers like about New City. A stop by Union Stock Yard Gate is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

West Lawn
Travellers enjoy West Lawn for its restaurants and museums. Consider checking out Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture while you're in the area.

Congress Plaza Hotel
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Freehand Chicago
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Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
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Sentral Michigan Avenue
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Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
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Level Chicago – Old Town
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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.

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.

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

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

Chicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise

Wendella's Lake and River Architecture Tour

Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard First Lady

Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
