Downtown Evanston Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Evanston
Popular places to visit
Wrigley Field
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.
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.
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
Secrets of Lincoln Square: Self-Guided Puzzle Quest in Chicago
Tour Chicago LGBTQ Style: On and Off History Bus Tour
Haunted Chicago Exploration Game and Tour
Lincoln Park Hauntings Ghost Investigation Tour
Bikes, Bites, and Brews: Chicago's Signature Dishes Bike Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Evanston
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
First I made phone call day earlier before arriving Ruth answered the phone and her customer skills was absolutely amazing from there on it was great experience . To have to pay for early check in gets me upset because if check out early hotel does not reimburse me back
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Everything. Loved the experience.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
citizenM Chicago Downtown
The rooms are smaller than usual, but super clean and convenient. They're nice for a night or 2. A couple issues...there is no plug near the bed, so if you have something like a CPAP machine, bring an extension cord. Also, the bathroom has no fan. Be prepared to leave if you're partner has to relieve ...
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Warwick Allerton - Chicago
Great
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
My stay at the Hotel Riu Plaza in downtown Chicago was absolutely incredible from start to finish! The location is perfect — right in the heart of the city, close to everything, yet quiet enough for a relaxing getaway. The highlight of my stay was the breakfast buffet. It was hands down one of the ...
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
The Whitehall Hotel, BW Premier Collection
Centrally located by the Magnificent Mile. Plenty of shopping options. Access to both train and bus public transportation. Hotel is older but kept. Staff are friendly, efficient, abd aware of comings and goings. Always greeting you ss you leave snd return. Rooms and property are clean. Rooms are ...
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Evanston
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.
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.
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.
O'Hare
Travellers choose O'Hare for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cumberland Station or Remote Parking Station and check out top sights like Fashion Outlets of Chicago.
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.
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.
