River West Travel Guide
Chicago
Visit River West
Popular places to visit
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.
Wrigley Field
Catch an event at Wrigley Field during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
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.
United Center
Catch an event at United Center during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Top hotels in River West
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Great location! Nice view, good staff
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown
This hotel was great. In a perfect spot for walking the city and taking in all the sights. We had 3 of us in our group and we got the 1br with 2 queens beds and a pullout couch and it was perfect. The bar was fun and everyone we met in the staff were so friendly and helpful with suggestions on places ...
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago
Very clean and the staff was wonderful!
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
free alc beverages at night, huge breakfast
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
It’s was very nice and cozy
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around River West
River North
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) 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.
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.
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.
Old Town Chicago
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Chicago. Top attractions like Second City and Armitage Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sedgwick Station or Clark-Division Station to see more of the city.
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.
