West Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Side
Where to stay in West Side
West Loop
Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue 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.
West Town
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Milwaukee Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station 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.
Lawndale
When in Lawndale and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like United Center or Garfield Park Conservatory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Central Park Station (Pink Line) or Pulaski Station (Pink Line).
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.
Fulton Market
Though Fulton Market may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Michigan Avenue and United Center.
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
Price was great for the quality.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG
Nice hotel.. our room was clean and the staff was nice. The only issue was the noise level from the street was intense and loud all through the night.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
The Hoxton Chicago
The hotel was certainly uniquely outfitted. Lively lobby bar and dining downstairs, good breakfast. The room was beautifully decorated but the heat was very loud when it turned on and the rooms were missing cream for coffee. I had a $32 meal credit but the hotel staff didn't offer it to me until ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Neighborhood Hotel-Little Italy
Spacious and well appointed with many of the comforts of home including a full kitchen. Bed was super comfortable.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
NEW LUXURY PENTHOUSE CONDO
Fabulous place! We entertained our family for Christmas and it was perfect. Property manager was fantastic as well. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
3F Vintage Graystone in Little Italy near loop UIC United Ct & McCormick Place
Great location! Host was very helpful with parking. Our large truck wouldn’t fit in the parking spot and the host was very helpful.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit
United Center
Catch an event at United Center during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
University of Illinois Chicago
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Illinois Chicago during your visit to Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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 art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Garfield Park Conservatory
The huge glass-roofed rooms bring some amazing landscapes, and spectacular plants, to western Chicago.
Garfield Park
After visiting Garfield Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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.
Activities
Self-Guided Illinois Scavenger Hunt: The Great Quest in Illinois
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
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