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 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.
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 art galleries.
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 fascinating museums 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.
Lollapalooza
After visiting Lollapalooza, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in South Loop
Congress Plaza Hotel
Slightly old
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hilton Chicago
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Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Bluegreen Vacations Hotel Blake, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Was a little noisy in the morning. But, it’s in the middle of downtown Chicago. Restaurant adjacent to hotel is excellent for breakfast.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop
Great staff
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop
The breakfast was fresh and delicious .The room suite was nice and clean very comfortable.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Best Western Grant Park Hotel
Property location was great. Only like 15min away from soldier field. Lots of noises from high winds to the cleaning crew up so early in the morning. Beautiful hotel from outside but rooms do look a little old. An amazing thing that i really loved was the bakery next door💯
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
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 Old St Patrick’s Church 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.
