Downtown Des Plaines Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Wrigley Field
Catch an event at Wrigley Field during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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.
McCormick Place
During your trip, find out what's happening in McCormick Place, a top convention centre in Chicago. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
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 entertainment choices 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.
Top hotels in Downtown Des Plaines
Congress Plaza Hotel
This is an affordable option in downtown Chicago. The hotel looks really old but it has lots of character. The rooms are small but if you don’t plan on spending a lot of time there, then it’s great. There is a bus stop right outside so you can easily access the Michigan Ave shops. You can also walk ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
The room was very nice and the free breakfast was wonderful!
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Good
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
The view was amazing! The restaurant downstairs was great! It was very hot in our room even with the windows open and the pullout couch was extremely uncomfortable.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Easy check-in. Beautiful room. Great restaurants on site No netflix in the room (tv's need updated), but otherwise a great stay.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Perfect location. Beautiful property.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Des Plaines
O'Hare
Travellers choose O'Hare for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cumberland Station or Remote Parking Station and check out top sights like Fashion Outlets of Chicago.
Logan Square
The breweries and live music are just a few things visitors like about Logan Square. Concord Music Hall and Milwaukee Avenue are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Logan Square Station or California Station (Blue Line) to get around the larger area.
Wrigleyville
You might enjoy the bars while in Wrigleyville. Wrigley Field is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Sheridan Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Lakeview
Known for its lively bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. Top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Wicker Park
Spend some time visiting places like Milwaukee Avenue while getting to know Wicker Park, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Damen Station or Division Station to see more of the area.
West Town
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Milwaukee Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city.
