Fox Valley Travel Guide
Chicago
Visit Fox Valley
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
Private Chicago-style deep dish pizza or pasta making class
Naperville: Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Top hotels in Fox Valley
Quality Inn Aurora - Naperville Area
Room was not clean, there was a large glob of toothpaste in the sink handle. Needs serious updating. That being said, beds were comfortable.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Chicago Lombard
This is the best value in the Chicagoland area. Sure you can get a fancier hotel but for the dollar this is where I stay and will continue to stay when I visit Oak Brook Lombard area. The manager and Selena are fantastic. It’s not the Ritz Carlton, which I did stay at last week, but this is a great ...
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
The Champagne Lodge & Luxury Suites
The room was great for what it was, a bit outdated but with how my night went I'll gladly come back and pay again. The staff are very friendly and I kinda miss counted the deposit fee a few times and the staff was very patient with that 😂.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Chicago O'Hare South, IL
Enjoyed my stay
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Eaglewood Resort and Spa
Everything honestly, can’t wait to return when it’s warmer outside
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Chicago Club Inn & Suites
First time in Chicago
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fox Valley
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.
Lawndale
When in Lawndale and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Garfield Park Conservatory or United Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Central Park Station (Pink Line) or Pulaski Station (Pink Line).
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.
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.
Near West Side
Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by Credit Union 1 Arena or United Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town.
West Loop
Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Loop. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Racine Station or Ogilvie Transportation Center.
