Avondale Travel Guide
Chicago
Popular places to visit
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.
Wrigley Field
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.
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.
Navy Pier
A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.
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.
Things to do
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Color Factory Chicago Ticket
Medieval Torture Museum Ticket with Audio Guide and Ghost Hunting
Top hotels in Avondale
Congress Plaza Hotel
Really interesting place, great price for the location too. Staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hilton Chicago
Did not have breakfast
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
The Royal Sonesta Chicago Downtown
This place was perfect!!! Soo so so much space for our family. The bathroom was actually enormous…like TWO separate sinks even and huge soak tub and huge wall in shower!!! The hotel was located in such an amazing area that made it so convenient for us to check out everything downtown Chicago!! Staff ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
River Hotel
Good value
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
More food options
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Staff were friendly & helpful
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Avondale
Wicker Park
Spend some time visiting places like Milwaukee Avenue while getting to know Wicker Park, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Damen Station or Division Station to see more of the area.
Lakeview
Known for its lively bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. Top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Wrigleyville
You might enjoy the bars while in Wrigleyville. Wrigley Field is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Sheridan Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
West Town
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Milwaukee Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city.
Lincoln Park
Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Lincoln Hall, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.
Old Town Chicago
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Chicago. Top attractions like Second City and Armitage Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sedgwick Station or Clark-Division Station to see more of the city.
