Gold Coast Travel Guide
Chicago
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Popular places to visit
Wrigley Field
Catch an event at Wrigley Field during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the 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.
McCormick Place
During your trip, find out what's happening in McCormick Place, a top convention centre in Chicago. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Navy Pier
With a visit to Navy Pier, a favourite shopping spot in Chicago, you can search for that perfect souvenir. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Soldier Field
Catch an event at Soldier Field during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Millennium Park
After visiting Millennium Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Gold Coast
Thompson Chicago, by Hyatt
No complaints
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
Front desk was very pleasant and helpful. Roomwas a bit smaller than expected.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Claridge House Chicago, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Clean room, staff was very nice and it was in a very nice location!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Super friendly staff. The included breakfast was super nice with lots of options and the evening reception was also super nice. Room was clean and nice size. Not something in their control as I think 1-2 of the elevators were out of service but the elevators took forever to come and when they did ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Love the place! Great breakfast buffet. The room was clean, service was great, and great
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Pendry Chicago
N/A
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gold Coast
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.
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.
Magnificent Mile
Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.
Streeterville
Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
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.
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.
