Downtown Chicago Travel Guide
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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 fascinating museums.
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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 art galleries in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Downtown Chicago
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Room great, lobby bar the best! Christmas tree gorgeous. And free brownie a nice touch!
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Great location. Good breakfast and cocktail hour. Clean fresh smelling rooms.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Congress Plaza Hotel
The hotel was very cool. A little worn but for 120+years old it’s expected and part of the charm. The room was clean and comfortable. And the staff was friendly
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Rooms are spotless and front desk service amazing. Cleaning room service very kind and friendly.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
citizenM Chicago Downtown
Great location and great price for a quick overnight trip.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
Nice
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Chicago
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
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).
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.
Downtown Chicago Travel Guide
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- Millennium Park
- Grant Park
- Willis Tower
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Water Tower Place
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital
- 875 North Michigan Avenue
- Cloud Gate
- Merchandise Mart
- House of Blues Chicago
- Cadillac Palace Theatre
- Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
- Daley Plaza
- Chicago Children's Museum
- Auditorium Building and Theatre
- 360 CHICAGO
- Aon Center
- Buckingham Fountain
- Chicago City Hall
- CIBC Theatre
- Oak Street Beach
- Bally's Casino Chicago
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