Lower West Side Travel Guide
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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.
Naval Base Great Lakes
After visiting Naval Base Great Lakes, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in North Chicago. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly 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 fascinating museums.
McCormick Place
During your trip, find out what's happening in McCormick Place, a top convention centre in Chicago. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments 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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Lower West Side
Congress Plaza Hotel
Hotel has the markings of being grand, but needs a renovation in a lot of areas. The biggest issue we had is that the a/c is not adjustable in each room and the building was very warm on the 75 degree day in April. We called the front desk and they did bring us a fan that helped some and we realized ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
Very nice location with lots of things in walkable distance. The only negative was the small room size. There wasn't a closet but the room was functional. It also had a small refrigerator and microwave. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago
Hotel is a little dated but clean and tidy, excellent location for public transport and walk to the lake. We didnt eat here so can not comment. Central down town in the Loop so expect some road news.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
The room was nice and the staff was friendly and helpful. The room heat doesn’t work good. But overall the location and the hotel was nice.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Excellent, customer service. Excellent, customer service excellent room excellent breakfast excellent rooftop excellent lounging area top-tier hotel.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Very Good breakfast
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lower West Side
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.
South Loop
Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in South Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Roosevelt Station or Cermak-McCormick Place Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
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.
Near South Side
Travellers choose Near South Side for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cermak-McCormick Place Station or Roosevelt Station and check out top sights like Soldier Field.
Theatre District
While you're in Theatre District, take in top sights like Michigan Avenue or State Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line).
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
