River North Travel Guide
Chicago
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Popular places to visit
Merchandise Mart
You can learn about the history of Chicago with a trip to Merchandise Mart. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
House of Blues Chicago
You can get tickets for a performance at House of Blues Chicago during your trip 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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
Top hotels in River North
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
It was awesome
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Great location, kind staff, clean room. Shower head was a little odd but they have a hand held mode as well which worked better. Would visit again!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
The Langham, Chicago
Did not use spa. Lots of restaurants, shops and experiences in the area.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
Room was decent, but had some cleaning unfinished. Staff was nowhere to be found a couple times at the front desk, had asked for some extra blankets and toilet paper and never received until we called the desk an hour later. Valet parking wasn’t terrible except for 1 issue of not getting our car ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
The Godfrey Hotel Chicago
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Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
FOUND Hotel Chicago River North
Great location! Super cute cozy room! Really good location as well.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around River North
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.
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.
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.
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).
