South Evanston Travel Guide
Chicago
Visit South 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.
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.
Things to do
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Chicago Gangsters: Self-Guided Crime Story Puzzle Walk
Sloomoo Institute Chicago Admission: Make Your Own Slime
Rosemont: Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Chicago's Original Gangster Tour by Bus
Top hotels in South Evanston
Congress Plaza Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Friendly desk staff, clean room. Fridge didn't have temp adjuster and contents froze, bottles broke.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
2nd time at hotel and will come again.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Hilton Chicago
The room was clean and the staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Love the place! Great breakfast buffet. The room was clean, service was great, and great
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Restuarant crews were fantastic; hotel location, unbeatable if overnight and early morning flight from ORd as in airport. Rooms smallish, dated but functional. $25 early check in petty, cheapened experience and bothered me.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South 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.
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.
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.
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.
