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 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 acclaimed art galleries 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 entertainment choices.
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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Downtown Chicago
The Wade
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
Congress Plaza Hotel
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
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.
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- Millennium Park
- Grant Park
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Willis Tower
- Merchandise Mart
- Water Tower Place
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital
- John Hancock Center
- Cloud Gate
- Oak Street Beach
- House of Blues Chicago
- Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
- Cadillac Palace Theatre
- Buckingham Fountain
- Chicago Children's Museum
- Auditorium Building and Theatre
- Chicago City Hall
- Daley Plaza
- Chicago Architecture Foundation
- Columbia College Chicago
- Richard J. Daley Center
- Ohio Street Beach
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