Central Chicago, IL
Travel Guide
Visit Central Chicago
Where to stay in Central Chicago
Magnificent Mile
Upscale shopping district with luxury department stores, boutiques, and acclaimed restaurants, featuring landmarks like the Wrigley Building and Chicago Water Tower. The Magnificent Mile is easily accessible by public transit and seasonal trolley service.
River North
Artistic spirit thrives here, with art galleries and a design district featuring luxury interior furnishings. Explore Kingsbury Park, enjoy vibrant nightlife on Hubbard Street, and visit the iconic Contemporaine Building.
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).
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.
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.
Rush and Division
While you're in Rush and Division, take in top sights like Dave & Buster's or Oak Street, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chicago Station (Red Line) or Clark-Division Station.
Congress Plaza Hotel
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Freehand Chicago
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Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
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Sentral Michigan Avenue
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Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
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Level Chicago – Old Town
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Popular places to visit
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.
Navy Pier
A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.
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.
Millennium Park
A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
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.
- Michigan Avenue
- Navy Pier
- Millennium Park
- Grant Park
- Chicago Riverwalk
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Willis Tower
- Merchandise Mart
- Chicago Theatre
- State Street
- Water Tower Place
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital
- 875 North Michigan Avenue
- Cloud Gate
- House of Blues Chicago
- Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital
- Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
- Cadillac Palace Theatre
- Buckingham Fountain
- Chicago Children's Museum
- Skydeck Ledge
- Auditorium Building and Theatre
- Chicago City Hall
