Central Chicago

Travel Guide

Central Chicago
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Where to stay in Central Chicago

Magnificent Mile - River North

Magnificent Mile

Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Magnificent Mile. Travelers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops.

Magnificent Mile
River North showing railway items, street scenes and a city

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.

River North
Chicago showing rides

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 the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line).

Theatre District
Navy Pier featuring general coastal views and wildflowers as well as a couple

Streeterville

Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travelers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops.

Streeterville
Gold Coast featuring street scenes as well as a couple

Gold Coast

The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Gold Coast. A stop by Michigan Avenue or Lake Michigan might round out your trip.

Gold Coast
This is the most beautiful entrance to a subway that I have ever seen! At the intersection of State Street and Chicago Avenue. Chicago, Illinois

Rush and Division

While you're in Rush and Division, take in top sights like Newberry Library or Oak Street, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chicago Station (Red Line) or Clark-Division Station.

Rush and Division
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 P8,025 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
P8,025
P9,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,831 reviews)
"Super clean. Walkable to everything in downtown. Knowledgeable staff"

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Swissotel - Chicago
Swissotel - Chicago
4.5 out of 5
323 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P11,048 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
P11,048
P14,645 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,021 reviews)
"great location"

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2025

Swissotel - Chicago
River Hotel
River Hotel
4 out of 5
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL
The price is P5,642 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
P5,642
P6,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,995 reviews)
"Great location for our trade show not far away. Plenty to see and do when you have free time. House of blues and many steak houses worth visiting."

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2025

River Hotel
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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 center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (714 reviews)
"Our family celebrated Christmas at this hotel. It was beautiful and clean. I will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2025

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Sonder South Wabash
Sonder South Wabash
3.5 out of 5
1419 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, concierge services, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Soldier Field and Grant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (435 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2025

Sonder South Wabash
Level Chicago – Old Town
Level Chicago – Old Town
4 out of 5
1140 North Wells Street, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (299 reviews)
"Spacious, clean rooms! Large windows make for a fabulous view!"

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Magnificent Mile - River North which includes a city, night scenes and signage

Michigan Avenue

You can enjoy some retail therapy 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
McCormick Place

McCormick Place

Attend an event at the United States’ largest convention center, which features hyper-modern facilities and huge exhibition spaces connected by promenades and sky bridges.

McCormick Place
Navy Pier

Navy Pier

A waterfront entertainment strip with fun diversions for both young and old, with shops, restaurants and even a Ferris wheel.

Navy Pier
Soldier Field showing a skyscraper, a city and modern architecture

Soldier Field

Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.

Soldier Field
Millennium Park showing modern architecture, autumn leaves and street scenes

Millennium Park

One of Chicago’s main focal points, where locals and visitors flock to see the striking art, architecture and landscape on show.

Millennium Park
Grant Park

Grant Park

Chicago’s front yard is a pretty landscaped park, which is home to public art displays, museums, themed gardens and international music festivals.

Grant Park

Things to do

Flyover in Chicago

Flyover in Chicago

P2,181
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Flyover in Chicago
River tour boat in Chicago

Architecture River Tour

P2,796
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Architecture River Tour
Chicago: Willis Tower Skydeck and The Ledge Ticket

Chicago: Willis Tower Skydeck and The Ledge Ticket

P2,552
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Willis Tower Skydeck and The Ledge Ticket
Color Factory Chicago Ticket

Color Factory Chicago Ticket

P1,950
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Color Factory Chicago Ticket
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Regular & Express Ticket

Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket

P1,221
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Chicago: Field Museum of Natural History Ticket or VIP Tour

Chicago: Field Museum of Natural History Ticket or VIP Tour

P1,663
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Field Museum of Natural History Ticket or VIP Tour
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