The Loop Travel Guide
Chicago
Popular places to visit
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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Chicago Riverwalk
After visiting Chicago Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Willis Tower
Willis Tower is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Art Institute of Chicago
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Chicago Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Chicago Theatre on your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Cloud Gate
You can learn about the history of Chicago with a visit to Cloud Gate. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in The Loop
Congress Plaza Hotel
Staff was great, room service was quick and affordable. Room was spotless.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago
Outdated rooms and our heater stopped working overnight and the temp fell to 60's which felt freezing given it was zero outside with snow flurries But Matt the maintenance guy came quickly at 6 am thankfully and got it back up and running. Other than that, a truly beautiful hotel and the restaurant ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
Great overall hotel and the best River view.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Chicago
Spacious and clean room but improvement points on amenities (missing tissue in tissue casing, need to call for amenities, nondairy milk available but not dairy milk, dirty coffee maker cannot make tea), dark, and separate towers inconvenient with friends & availability of lifts during conference ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
theWit Chicago, a Hilton Hotel
Good hotel, helpful staff
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
River Hotel
I had to pay for breakfast (only 25 usd vaucher)
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Loop
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
Near North Side
Known for its fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Near North Side. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
