Lower West Side Travel Guide
Chicago
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Lower West Side
Hilton Chicago
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Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Room was very clean and staff was great
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Room and hotel overall very clean. Noted some things that could be updated in bathroom(stopper in sink didnt go all the way down, peeling caulk and some missing grout). Minor updates. Our sink was clogged when we checked in and I called the front desk, housekeeping and the hotel hotline 4 different ...
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago
Everything was awsome
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Location
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Sable at Navy Pier Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton
It was incredible! Service, room, and overall hotel were 10/10!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 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 The Old Post Office 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.
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).
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).
