Near West Side Travel Guide
Chicago
Visit Near West Side
Popular places to visit
United Center
Catch an event at United Center during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
University of Illinois Chicago
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Illinois Chicago during your visit to Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Mary Bartelme Park
After visiting Mary Bartelme Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Wrigley Field
Catch an event at Wrigley Field during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices 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.
Top hotels in Near West Side
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
Excellent service, clean room, great staff, excellent service at the restaurant
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG
There's was no parking u have to pay but its first come first server and it was like like 65$ per night
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Level Chicago Fulton Market
The rooms were very clean!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Congress Plaza Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Was a really nice hotel. My only concerns was the phones in the room didn’t work. No way to call front desk, front people weren’t super helpful and there was no microwave. Rooftop bar and room were excellent
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
The hotel staff is excellent! Very friendly and very helpful. The hotel is very clean and well maintained. The only issue I had was the charging ports and electrical sockets next to our bed did not work which made overnight charging of our phones and watches difficult.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Near West Side
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.
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.
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
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.
West Town
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Milwaukee Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city.
