Downtown Chicago Travel Guide

Chicago

Downtown Chicago featuring a city
Downtown Chicago
Downtown Chicago showing a high-rise building and a city
Downtown Chicago which includes signage
Downtown Chicago which includes signage and a city

Popular places to visit

Navy Pier

Navy Pier

4/5(125 reviews)

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.

Navy Pier
Magnificent Mile - River North which includes street scenes, signage and night scenes

Michigan Avenue

4.5/5(14 reviews)

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.

Michigan Avenue
Millennium Park which includes autumn colours, modern architecture and street scenes

Millennium Park

4.5/5(147 reviews)

After visiting Millennium Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Millennium Park
Grant Park

Grant Park

4.5/5(96 reviews)

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.

Grant Park
Chicago Riverwalk featuring a river or creek, a bay or harbour and a city

Chicago Riverwalk

4.5/5(29 reviews)

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.

Chicago Riverwalk
Art Institute of Chicago which includes art and interior views

Art Institute of Chicago

4.5/5(66 reviews)

Study the exhibits at Art Institute of Chicago, a favourite museum in Chicago. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.

Art Institute of Chicago

Top hotels in Downtown Chicago

Congress Plaza Hotel
Congress Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 4.915.241 ₫ per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
4.915.241 ₫
5.770.001 ₫ total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (8,920 reviews)
Great value
"The room had a strange smell; not bad just odd. Great view but lots of light in the AM. Great walking distance to lots of cool stuff!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
4.5 out of 5
505 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is 5.965.392 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
5.965.392 ₫
7.840.043 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,962 reviews)
"Really beautiful deco pool, very centrally located, otherwise quite basic amenities but no complaints. Parking is $78 a night."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
3.5 out of 5
198 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL
The price is 4.136.528 ₫ per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
4.136.528 ₫
4.855.871 ₫ total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,361 reviews)
"This is a great hotel. Located on a street just east of the John Hancock Center, most of the hotel rooms have bedrooms, microwaves and refrigerators as well as couches. It is comfortable, close to soundproof and the restaurant downstairs has long hours and great food including gourmet coffee. A real ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
4 out of 5
600 N State St, Chicago, IL
The price is 4.803.187 ₫ per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
4.803.187 ₫
5.638.460 ₫ total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,320 reviews)
"The room was clean and had all the things we needed for our stay. The staff was friendly and the breakfast was good. They had a huge spread for breakfast. Could get crazy when everyone was using the elevators because they do not have stairs."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Swissotel - Chicago
Swissotel - Chicago
4.5 out of 5
323 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL
The price is 4.217.375 ₫ per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
4.217.375 ₫
5.718.665 ₫ total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,310 reviews)
"Very nice rooms. Love the Take a look door. Can I recommend to change up the pictures by seasons or holidays. Just an idea. My grandson loved opening up the door. I asked for early check in and I was able to check in at 12noon. Love my view from my room. Cons I wish you could provide free or reduced ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Swissotel - Chicago
The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
3.5 out of 5
105 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL
The price is 3.505.976 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
3.505.976 ₫
4.115.665 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star boutique hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,438 reviews)
Very nice all around
"7 day stay for work/family trip. Hotel in great location for Lyft, train (red line Chicago) or walking (25 minutes to loop). Hotel staff all friendly, knowledgeable and courteous. Overnight parking across the street. The free daily breakfast was marginally good, coffee was decent. The "menu" breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Chicago

The Loop - Downtown featuring a river or creek

The Loop

4.5/5(187 area reviews)

Michigan Avenue and Art Institute of Chicago 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.

The Loop
Chicago which includes rides

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).

Theatre District
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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.

River North
Navy Pier which includes wild flowers and general coastal views as well as a couple

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.

Streeterville
Magnificent Mile - River North

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.

Magnificent Mile
Magnificent Mile - River North which includes street scenes, signage and night scenes

Near North Side

4.5/5(248 area reviews)

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.

Near North Side

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