Essex Travel Guide
Chicago
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.
Soldier Field
Catch an event at Soldier Field during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Essex
Congress Plaza Hotel
Clean and well kept. Great Southloop location.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Everything was great, except for the rooftop that was not open because which was the main reason we chose this hotel
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Love the complimentary drinks !
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
There were no refrigerators and breakfast costs an extra $25.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Hotel had amazing views in the panaromic room. The other issue doe me was not having a shower door in the actual shower which made the shower not so warm. The shower head was either in the top of the shower or hand-held which made it a little uncomfortable but other than that this property views ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago
my stay was excellent, the staff and our room where fantastic.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Essex
Near South Side
Travellers choose Near South Side for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cermak-McCormick Place Station or Roosevelt Station and check out top sights like Soldier Field.
South Loop
Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in South Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Roosevelt Station or Cermak-McCormick Place Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
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).
Near West Side
Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by United Center or Credit Union 1 Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town.
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.
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
