Near East Side Travel Guide
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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.
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 theatre scene.
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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Near East Side
Swissotel - Chicago
The view from the room was nice. Loved the gym and amenities. A decent place to stay. The best part of the visit was the Palm restaurant (great food and service).
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago
Balcony was greatly appreciated
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Great place always.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Clean room and friendly staff. We would definitely visit again.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown
The staff is so friendly and helpful. We now have stayed here twice and enjoy the hotel.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Great room with double bathroom. Executive level with private elevator.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Near East Side
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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- MetroGolf Illinois Center
- Wrigley Field
- McCormick Place
- Soldier Field
- Millennium Park
- United Center
- Lake Michigan
- Grant Park
- Northwestern University
- Willis Tower
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
- Water Tower Place
- 875 North Michigan Avenue
- Rosemont Theatre
- Cloud Gate
- Merchandise Mart
- House of Blues Chicago
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