West Town Travel Guide
Chicago
Popular places to visit
Milwaukee Avenue
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Milwaukee Avenue during your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Humboldt Park
Humboldt Park is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Wrigley Field
Catch an event at Wrigley Field during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene 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 fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in West Town
Congress Plaza Hotel
It’s in a great location and the staff is always nice.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Loved the suite, connecting rooms! Needs a bit of renovating for rugs and wood! No room service!! Ok lobby.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Room was hot , we were 6 not enough of towels breakfast good staff were great
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Breakfast is amazing so much selection, location is amazing! A block off of the Magnificent Mile and 10 min walk to train station. Many restaurants/shops nearby. The room was nice but you must leave a key im the room to keep your fan or heat going. Shampoo/shower supplies are nice.. *watch for hidden ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
I would rate this hotel as good to excellent if not for one employee. I stayed two nights and all the staff including front desk, restaurant and housekeeping were customer friendly and efficient with one exception. I returned back to the main entrance of the hotel on the second night after a long ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
River Hotel
clean room, nice staff
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Town
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 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.
Near West Side
Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by United Center or Credit Union 1 Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town.
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.
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 Lincoln Hall, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.
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 Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are major draws. Catch the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
