Central Chicago Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Central Chicago
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.
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.
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).
Streeterville
Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
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.
Gold Coast
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Gold Coast. A stop by Michigan Avenue or Lake Michigan might round out your trip.
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
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Location was really nice. Loved having the apartment amenities. It was very nice of them to have dish soap and laundry pods. I honestly liked a lot about it. On the downside, the hot tub was closed for maintenance which was one of the reasons we booked it. We were not notified that it would be closed. ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Level Chicago – Old Town
Very clean and nice place
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
It would appear that at this time of year the A/C just won't work. I don't fully understand why but my unit was as hot at 80 degrees and no real means of cooling it down. They gave me a fan to try and help but at the end of the day I barely slept from having the windows open in extremely humid weather, ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Grant Park
Grant Park is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
- McCormick Place
- Millennium Park
- Soldier Field
- Grant Park
- Willis Tower
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Cloud Gate
- Water Tower Place
- 875 North Michigan Avenue
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital
- Merchandise Mart
- Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum
- CIBC Theatre
- Northerly Island Natural Area
- House of Blues Chicago
- Buckingham Fountain
- Chicago Children's Museum
- Auditorium Building and Theatre
- Cadillac Palace Theatre
- Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
- 360 CHICAGO
- Chicago City Hall
