Wicker Park Travel Guide
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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.
Michigan Avenue
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in Wicker Park
Congress Plaza Hotel
"Great location. Walkable to all the downtown attractions. Historical hotel with updated rooms. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
"The room is clean. The location is great with many nice shops nearby, including the Starbucks Reserve Roastery. It’s within walking distance to Navy Pier, Willis Tower, boat ride and many other architectural marvels. The breakfast is good with some variations each day. The staff are generally friendly ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
"There're bed bugs. Be careful"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
"Too small room no refrigerator no microwave over prized vallet parking when they park in open public parking space which cost less."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
River Hotel
"Great staff at the front desk, but the hotel room overall was just ok - small and a bit old. The bedding was nice. The positive was a convenient location and good price, the drawbacks were no restaurant or bar onsite, no real lobby to lounge in. Overall ok, but not great."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Freehand Chicago
"The staff was lovely as always. The room was nice and clean."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wicker Park
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
