Southwest Side Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Southwest Side

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Back of the Yards

While there might not be top attractions in Back of the Yards, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bridgeport Art Center and Zhou B Art Center.

Back of the Yards
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Garfield Ridge

Be sure to check out the restaurants and churches while you're strolling through Garfield Ridge, and hop on the metro at Midway Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Garfield Ridge
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Archer Heights

Archer Heights is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Bridgeport Art Center and Rate Field if you have time to explore the area.

Archer Heights
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McKinley Park

The monuments and shopping make McKinley Park worth a stop. Make a stop by S.S. Peter and Paul Church, and jump on the metro at 35th-Archer Station to get around the area.

McKinley Park
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Brighton Park

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Brighton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit United Center and Bridgeport Art Center, a few notable attractions nearby.

Brighton Park
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West Lawn

Travellers enjoy West Lawn for its restaurants and museums. Consider checking out Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture while you're in the area.

West Lawn
Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
The price is Rp4.091.172 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp4.091.172
Rp4.802.626 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (8,921 reviews)
"Took water awhile to get hot for shower, and parking is ridiculously expensive. Other than that enjoyed staying at hotel"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL
The price is Rp2.825.206 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
Rp2.825.206
Rp3.723.835 total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,835 reviews)
"The property if beautiful and historic. The main room is incredible. The rooms are well taken care of, you can just tell they are a little dated with a slight smell. I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

3 out of 5
10 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is Rp2.500.161 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.500.161
Rp2.934.941 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,634 reviews)
"The area was beautiful, but the pillows were too flat & I had to request 5 of them & it still wasn’t comfortable. The staff & everything else was great."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
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Sentral Michigan Avenue

Sentral Michigan Avenue

4 out of 5
808 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (867 reviews)
Nice Stay Overall
"The location was ok, a little far south of downtown Chicago but worked ok for this trip. The room size was nice, but booked a two bedroom apartment with queen beds, and they were both doubles. Not a bad room, a little worn and the floors could’ve used a better cleaning. The beds were comfortable ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop

3.5 out of 5
1436 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a nightclub, a fitness centre and concierge services. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (340 reviews)
"The elevator wasn’t working"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop
Level Chicago – Old Town

Level Chicago – Old Town

4 out of 5
1140 North Wells Street, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (337 reviews)
"A lot of good food options walkable distance."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Level Chicago – Old Town
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Wrigley Field featuring a city, a sporting event and city views

Wrigley Field

4.5/5(40 reviews)

Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.

Wrigley Field
Magnificent Mile - River North which includes street scenes, signage and night scenes

Michigan Avenue

4.5/5(14 reviews)

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.

Michigan Avenue
Navy Pier

Navy Pier

4/5(125 reviews)

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.

Navy Pier
McCormick Place

McCormick Place

4.5/5(36 reviews)

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.

McCormick Place
Millennium Park which includes autumn colours, modern architecture and street scenes

Millennium Park

4.5/5(147 reviews)

A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.

Millennium Park
Soldier Field which includes a high-rise building, a city and modern architecture

Soldier Field

4/5(44 reviews)

Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.

Soldier Field

Things to do

River tour boat in Chicago

Architecture River Tour

Rp676.529
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Architecture River Tour
Chicago C3® : Save on admission to your choice of 3 top attractactions

Chicago C3® by CityPASS®

Rp1.729.920
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Chicago C3® by CityPASS®
Couple on a sightseeing boat in Chicago

Skyline Lake Tour

Rp488.784
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Skyline Lake Tour
Skyline Queen showcasing the Chicago Skyline!

Chicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise

Rp734.400
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Chicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise
Wendella's Lake and River Architecture Tour

Wendella's Lake and River Architecture Tour

Rp743.085
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Wendella's Lake and River Architecture Tour
Chicago White Sox Baseball Game at Guaranteed Rate Field

Chicago White Sox Baseball Game at Guaranteed Rate Field

Rp545.462
per adult
Chicago White Sox Baseball Game at Guaranteed Rate Field
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Cities near Southwest Side

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