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.
Near North Side
Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are a few top attractions in Near North Side. Hop around the city on the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) and check out the area's 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.
Congress Plaza Hotel
Good in general
Reviewed on 2026/4/11
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Recommend packing light if you self-park and walk to the hotel!
Reviewed on 2026/4/11
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Perfect location for a family trip, the hotel amenities were amazing and the staff was very friendly. We did have an issue with having our room serviced during our stay, after a long day out we came back to it still not being serviced, after asking the front desk they said they would put in the request ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/9
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Great hotel for the price! Fun game room and pool for the kids. Walking distance from the Aquarium, Museum, planetarium, and Willis Tower.
Reviewed on 2026/4/7
Level Chicago – Old Town
Overall great
Reviewed on 2026/4/9
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
Exactly what we needed
Reviewed on 2026/4/10
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Millennium Park
A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.
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.
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- Visit Ranch Triangle
- Vietnam Veterans Memorial
- Water Tower Place
- Visit East Village
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- Visit Dearborn Homes
- Monadnock Building
- Visit North Center
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- Visit United Center
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- 311 S Wacker Dr
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- Film Row Cinema
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- Visit Logan Square
- 333 West Wacker Drive
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- Visit Humboldt Park
- Visit Grand Boulevard
- Visit Lakeview
- University of Illinois Chicago
- Visit Chicago Museum Campus
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- Visit East Garfield Park
- Visit Ukrainian Village
- Prentice Women's Hospital
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- Navy Pier
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- Art Institute of Chicago
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- 875 North Michigan Avenue
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital
- Merchandise Mart
- State Street
- Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital
- Chicago City Hall
- House of Blues Chicago
- Chicago Children's Museum
- Buckingham Fountain
- Cadillac Palace Theatre
- Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
- Skydeck Ledge
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