Little Italy Travel Guide
Chicago
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Popular places to visit
University of Illinois Chicago
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Illinois Chicago during your visit to Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Wrigley Field
Catch an event at Wrigley Field during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed art galleries 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.
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.
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.
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 Little Italy
Congress Plaza Hotel
Staff was great, room service was quick and affordable. Room was spotless.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Love the room! Very ritzy!!
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Easy booking, they let me check in early which I needed it. Friendly staff, nice bed, good shower pressure, clean room. Just need some updating to make it brighter room. Overall satisfied with my stay.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Positives- As my friend said as we went to breakfast “the people here are so nice and look happy to work here!” I agree! Eloisa (I hope that is correct-our bartender ) made happy hour on Friday night even happier! She was friendly and knowledgeable, suggesting drinks we hadn’t had before just by ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago
Outdated rooms and our heater stopped working overnight and the temp fell to 60's which felt freezing given it was zero outside with snow flurries But Matt the maintenance guy came quickly at 6 am thankfully and got it back up and running. Other than that, a truly beautiful hotel and the restaurant ...
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
Everything was awesome at this hotel. From the attention and care of the desk staff to the fabulousness of the room and valet. Really great. Happy to stay there again.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Little Italy
Near West Side
Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by Credit Union 1 Arena or United Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town.
West Loop
Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Loop. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Racine Station or Ogilvie Transportation Center.
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).
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.
