Downtown Chicago Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 theatre scene.
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.
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.
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.
Shedd Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Shedd Aquarium during your visit to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Top hotels in Downtown Chicago
Congress Plaza Hotel
Shortly after our check in when noticed our room did not have heat called the operator only to be told the hotels boiler was out, had to call a 2nd time because the toilet wouldn't flush finally when the maintenance guy came to fix the toilet he said he could get us a space heater we was so excited ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Loved the hotel and ambiance. My stay was truly amazing. I just wish they would’ve had an ice machine and microwaves inside the hotel . It would’ve been 5 stars if they had microwaves and ice. Also the receptionist attitude wasn’t the best. I didn’t feel very welcomed and seemed like she was just ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Service was great, and the staff was very kind.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
The room was very spotless and spacious, with all the amenities needed.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Having my valet service was very helpful for me and my family kinda pricey but worth it
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
The staff is sweet, the hotel needs a complete renovation. First room was dirty with stains on the shades and on the carpet. Loud noise at 1:00am in the morning, only to find out guests were evicted. Wasn't 💯 happy
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
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.
