Near South Side Travel Guide
Chicago
Visit Near South Side
Popular places to visit
McCormick Place
During your trip, find out what's happening in McCormick Place, a top convention centre in Chicago. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene 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.
Shedd Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Shedd Aquarium during your visit to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its entertainment choices.
Field Museum of Natural History
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Field Museum of Natural History during your trip to Chicago. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Northerly Island Natural Area
You can take time to visit Northerly Island Natural Area during your travels to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum during your travels in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Top hotels in Near South Side
Congress Plaza Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Great Staff Clean Hotel! The heated pool was NOT heated but overall my stay was GREAT
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago
Great location and great hotel!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
2nd time at hotel and will come again.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Nice
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Restuarant crews were fantastic; hotel location, unbeatable if overnight and early morning flight from ORd as in airport. Rooms smallish, dated but functional. $25 early check in petty, cheapened experience and bothered me.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Near South Side
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.
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.
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.
