Southwest Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Side
Where to stay in Southwest Side
Back of the Yards
While there might not be top attractions in Back of the Yards, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bridgeport Art Center and Zhou B Art Center.
Garfield Ridge
Be sure to check out the restaurants and churches while you're strolling through Garfield Ridge, and hop on the metro at Midway Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Englewood
While you're strolling through Englewood, you may want to check out the beaches and restaurants. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Halsted Station or 63rd Station.
Clearing
Visitors to Clearing appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Wintrust Sports Complex and SeatGeek Stadium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
McKinley Park
Be sure to check out the monuments and shopping while you're strolling through McKinley Park, and hop on the metro at 35th-Archer Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Brighton Park
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Brighton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit United Center and Bridgeport Art Center, a few notable attractions nearby.
Hilton Chicago
THe staff was very efficient and professional and the breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
It was a minus 6 outside temperature did not really run the ac
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago
Super fast and easy check in / out experience, amazing location and very affordable
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Incredible views. Sparkling clean. Great amenities. Close to everything.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Level Chicago – Old Town
I stayed 5 nights total, 4 nights in a two BR, 1 bath with a balcony and the last night in a one BR. The 2BR was great. It faced East, received a lot of sunlight, was clean, modern and the bed was very comfortable. The gym had what I needed too. actually liked sleeping with the sound of the el nearby ...
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
The front desk was helpful and the location was great. Unfortunately, there was a certain shabbiness about the place--scuffs, broken slats on the blinds--and the appliances were not all in working order, including the coffee maker and the ice maker. It took days to have any problems address and ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries.
McCormick Place
During your trip, find out what's happening in McCormick Place, a top convention centre in Chicago. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and 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 fascinating museums 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.
- Marquette Park
- S.S. Peter and Paul Church
- Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture
- Wrigley Field
- McCormick Place
- Millennium Park
- Soldier Field
- Lake Michigan
- United Center
- Grant Park
- Indiana Dunes National Park
- Northwestern University
- Willis Tower
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
- Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
