Near North Side Travel Guide
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Visit Near North Side
Popular places to visit
Merchandise Mart
You can learn about the history of Chicago with a trip to Merchandise Mart. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Water Tower Place
You can enjoy retail therapy at Water Tower Place during your visit to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
875 North Michigan Avenue
You can find out about the history of Chicago when you stop by 875 North Michigan Avenue. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Chicago Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Chicago Children's Museum during your travels to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Chicago Water Tower
You can learn about the history of Chicago with a visit to Chicago Water Tower. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Holy Name Cathedral
After visiting Holy Name Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Near North Side
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
It was a minus 6 outside temperature did not really run the ac
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
The room was clean. The staff was friendly. The breakfast was not great, but not bad.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Clean
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
Courteous yes but room was not spotless.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
Clean rooms and friendly staff. Location is perfection!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Near North Side
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.
Gold Coast
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Gold Coast. A stop by Michigan Avenue or Lake Michigan might round out your trip.
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.
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.
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.
