Evanston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Grosse Point Lighthouse showing a lighthouse and a house
Evanston showing flowers
Northwestern University showing hiking or walking, general coastal views and a garden
Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art
Baha\'i House of Worship featuring heritage architecture, a fountain and flowers

Where to stay in Evanston

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North Evanston

North Evanston is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Ryan Field and Welsh-Ryan Arena are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Central Station (Purple Line) or Noyes Station to get around.

North Evanston
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South Evanston

Get to know South Evanston and its many features like its restaurants and shopping. You might want to explore sights like Lake Michigan and Dawes Park, and you can jump on the metro at Main Street Metro Station or South Boulevard Station to get around the city.

South Evanston
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Downtown Evanston

While you're in Downtown Evanston, take in top sights like Halim Time & Glass Museum and jump on the metro at Davis Metro Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Evanston
The Wade

The Wade

4.5 out of 5
644 N Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL
The price is 3.982.323 ₫ per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
3.982.323 ₫
4.674.851 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,210 reviews)
"The room and view were super nice. Even with not being on the waterfront side of the build we werent disappointed. Check in staff could be nicer but the bar staff was excellent. Nice and informative for travelers. The pier was i. Walking distance. Food and shopping all around and spotless insude ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

The Wade
Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 4.960.761 ₫ per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
4.960.761 ₫
5.823.436 ₫ total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (9,014 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

4 out of 5
600 N State St, Chicago, IL
The price is 4.021.172 ₫ per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
4.021.172 ₫
4.720.453 ₫ total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,726 reviews)
"Valet parking was very expensive for leaving your car without using it for 2 days."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
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The Gem Museum Suites

The Gem Museum Suites

3.5 out of 5
1555 Oak Avenue, Evanston, IL
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Evanston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Baha'i House of Worship ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
Would stay again, needs just a few improvements
"Wonderful property with comfortable bed and pillows, freshly made breakfast and friendly staff. 2 things which could be corrected. The rooms were clean but the carpeting in the hallways were very dirty and the flooring in the elevator was very dirty and missing tiles which detracted from the overall ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

The Gem Museum Suites
Sentral Michigan Avenue

Sentral Michigan Avenue

4 out of 5
808 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (888 reviews)

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago

Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago

4 out of 5
One Superior Place, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (477 reviews)
"Overall a great place at a great location. Check in was easy. There was an issue with the kitchen sink garbage disposal (switch didn't work), and the bathroom did have a little bit of a smell after first day of use, but everything else was normal and in great comfort and condition!"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Wrigley Field featuring a city, a sporting event and city views

Wrigley Field

Catch an event at Wrigley Field during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Wrigley Field
Magnificent Mile - River North which includes street scenes, signage and night scenes

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.

Michigan Avenue
Navy Pier

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.

Navy Pier
McCormick Place

McCormick Place

During your trip, find out what's happening in McCormick Place, a top convention centre in Chicago. Discover the fascinating museums and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

McCormick Place
Millennium Park which includes autumn colours, modern architecture and street scenes

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 acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.

Millennium Park
Soldier Field which includes a high-rise building, a city and modern architecture

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.

Soldier Field

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