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You might like the room rates at this top lodging option in the surrounding area, which has positive reviews from our travelers: Congress Plaza Hotel - 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from the heart of River Forest. Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Harrison Station and Chicago Van Buren Street Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 31°F. The snowiest months in River Forest are January, November, February, and December, with each month seeing an average of 5 inches of snowfall.

In general, River Forest is known for its forests, architecture, and rivers. Major attractions include Wrigley Field, Grant Park, and Navy Pier. Get out into nature with places like Trailside Museum of Natural History, Millennium Park, and Portage Park. Cultural attractions include Art Institute of Chicago, Ernest Hemingway Museum and House, and Copernicus Center.

Keep this information about transit options in River Forest on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Chicago O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), 7.2 mi (11.6 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), located 8.4 mi (13.6 km) away. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transit to get around. If you’re eager to check out more of the surrounding area, make your way to River Forest Station to hop on a train.