Lower West Side Travel Guide
Chicago
Visit Lower West Side
Popular places to visit
Canalport Riverwalk Park
After visiting Canalport Riverwalk Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the area's art scene and festivals.
Chicago Arts District
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Chicago Arts District during your travels in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
National Museum of Mexican Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Mexican Art during your travels in Chicago. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Cooper Dual Language Academy
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cooper Dual Language Academy during your travels in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Radius - Chicago
Radius - Chicago is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's art scene and festivals.
Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum during your travels in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
360 CHICAGO Observation Deck
Chicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise
Chicago By Night River and Lake Cruise
City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in Lower West Side
Congress Plaza Hotel
"The facilities are very old, and there is a musty smell in the room."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
"seems like we are visiting every other month to meet up with friends. We have already recommended this hotel many times and will definitely be staying again."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
"Hotel main trash service pickup was directly below my room window and was extremely loud when unloading and loading rolloff dumpsters at 4am. No way to sleep through the noise. Shuttle service was very good to and from the airport. Toilet clogged after one use with no plunger available. Remodeling ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
"I went to the city with my 1 year old and was using a stroller for a lot of my time there, unfortunately her stroller didn’t fit through the normal doorway so I was forced to use the little handicap lift they had except it didn’t work 80% of the time and at one point in time didn’t work all together. ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
"Perfect for weekend stay"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
"So convenient to the airport — an easy walk to terminal 2 and short train ride to the other terminals. No stress before an early morning flight. Great gym and pretty good casual restaurant. Clean and comfortable rooms."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Lower West Side
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
Magnificent Mile
Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
River North
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown 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.
