South Loop Travel Guide
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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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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 art galleries and notable monuments 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 art galleries.
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.
Top hotels in South Loop
Hilton Chicago
Amazing experience! The rooms were spotless, comfortable, and thoughtfully maintained. All hotel amenities were clean, well-organized, and ready to use. The breakfast was excellent, with a great variety of options to choose from. What truly made this stay extraordinary was the outstanding service. ...
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Congress Plaza Hotel
We did not eat breakfast at the hotel, staff was fine and i didn't use the laundry
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop
Everything was really clean and the breakfast was good
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop
Rooms were clean, environment felt safe and was definitely convenient for the plans we had. Restaurant inside was very good. I gab it a 4 star due to none of the garbage cans having bags in them for our garbage and no toilet paper stocked . But other wise a good stay
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
All the above
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Best Western Grant Park Hotel
Comfortable beds Great shower Very nice, helpful, friendly staff We love this hotel. Our go to place for downtown Chicago. Great location for Bears games.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Loop
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.
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.
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.
