Northwest Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northwest Side
Where to stay in Northwest Side
Irving Park
Irving Park is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Milwaukee Avenue and Irish American Heritage Center are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Irving Park Station (Blue Line) or Addison Station (Blue Line) to get around.
Portage Park
If you're spending some time in Portage Park, Milwaukee Avenue and Six Corners are top sights worth seeing.
Belmont Cragin
Belmont Cragin is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Walt Disney House and Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Dunning
Restaurants and parks are just a few things travellers like about Dunning. A stop by Schiller Woods is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Hermosa
Travellers like the historical sites in Hermosa, and Walt Disney House is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Old Irving Park
If you're spending time in Old Irving Park, check out sights like Milwaukee Avenue or Six Corners and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Irving Park Station (Blue Line) or Montrose Station (Blue Line).
Congress Plaza Hotel
Kind staff and a nice view of the city, close to a ton of things in the area!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Loved the hotel and ambiance. My stay was truly amazing. I just wish they would’ve had an ice machine and microwaves inside the hotel . It would’ve been 5 stars if they had microwaves and ice. Also the receptionist attitude wasn’t the best. I didn’t feel very welcomed and seemed like she was just ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Service was great, and the staff was very kind.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Room was okay, but first room was dirty with stained bed sheets and peeling wrap on the cupboards. It was nice, may choose to stay again
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Level Chicago – Old Town
Beautiful and clean, great staff everything was wonderful
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
clean room, awesome view
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Millennium Park
After visiting Millennium Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
