Half Day 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.
Navy Pier
A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.
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.
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
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Color Factory Chicago Ticket
City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in Half Day
Staybridge Suites, Lincolnshire by IHG
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Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Early check in available for $25, worth it for getting rest between flights. Very friendly staff
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
Buffet Breakfast was Excellent. Along with the Staff. Very nice and accommodating. Front Desk was nice too. I’m learning a lot of these places have Airport Transportation too.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr by IHG
Room was clean and smelled good. Amenities were great. Location was nice and shuttle was fantastic.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Chicago O'Hare – Rosemont by IHG
Staff was very friendly and efficient. Facility was open, spacious and clean. Room was quiet and big.!!!!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Comfort Suites Chicago O'Hare Airport
I was just there to sleep overnight between connections. The shuttle service was great and didn’t have to wait long and scheduled a ride back.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Half Day
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
