Downtown Chicago Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Art Institute of Chicago
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Downtown Chicago
Congress Plaza Hotel
The closest parking was $62 for 24hrs and the bed was extremely firm making the sleep terrible but other than that, the stay was great
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Everything was great
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Ok
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
The bar is very nice in the lobby and rooftop. I do think the drinks are a little over priced. Never made it breakfast slept in each morning. I do suggest that rooms have microwave ovens. It is Chicago and one thing that draws people there is its fime cuisines. Not to fun going to dinner out and ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Wade
It felt that after the acquisition, this property has really fell off the wagon. The staff was nonexistent, when I was trying to check out there was nobody at the front desk. Upon checking in experience was also disorganized. One night I tried to call room service, then tried to call the front desk, ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
Didn’t eat breakfast
Reviewed on 12 Apr 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.
