Oakton Travel Guide
Chicago
Popular places to visit
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.
McCormick Place
During your trip, find out what's happening in McCormick Place, a top convention centre in Chicago. Discover the acclaimed art galleries 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 entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Oakton
Congress Plaza Hotel
Only thing bad about this is they don’t have parking and parking was $65
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
River Hotel
Hotel is a beautiful, smaller boutique property.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Great location. Comfy bed. Rooftop bar really nice! Friendly service.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago
The hotel and room was pretty standard for a hotel in downtown Chicago. There was water stations on every floor to fill water bottles, the staff was very friendly, and there was self-service check-in & check-out. Only negative was the doors to the rooms were very loud, louder than other hotels I’ve ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
All was good
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG
Everything was amazing
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oakton
O'Hare
Travellers choose O'Hare for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cumberland Station or Remote Parking Station and check out top sights like Fashion Outlets of Chicago.
Logan Square
The breweries and live music are just a few things visitors like about Logan Square. Concord Music Hall and Milwaukee Avenue are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Logan Square Station or California Station (Blue Line) to get around the larger area.
Wrigleyville
You might enjoy the bars while in Wrigleyville. Wrigley Field is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Sheridan Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Lakeview
Known for its lively bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. Top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Wicker Park
Spend some time visiting places like Milwaukee Avenue while getting to know Wicker Park, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Damen Station or Division Station to see more of the area.
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.
