Near South Side Travel Guide
Chicago
Visit Near South Side
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Shedd Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Shedd Aquarium during your visit to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
Field Museum of Natural History
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Field Museum of Natural History during your trip to Chicago. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Northerly Island Natural Area
You can take time to visit Northerly Island Natural Area during your travels to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum during your travels in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Top hotels in Near South Side
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Congress Plaza Hotel
"Nice room, hotel and housekeeping was great."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
"Clean room exelent"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
"Our stay was amazing! Staff was very helpful!"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
"Room was clean and the staff was very helpful about the area. Bed was a little stiff for me but that is just personal preference."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
"Beautiful lobby, clean rooms except the bathroom could’ve been cleaner. The only downside was the insulation kind of sucks, you can hear everything from other rooms. Other than that, amazing staff & quiet location."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Near South 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.
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.
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.
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.
Lincoln Park
Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Oz Park, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.
