Prairie District Travel Guide
Chicago


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Popular places to visit

Glessner House Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Glessner House Museum during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
Elbridge G Keith House
Learn about the local history of Chicago with a stop at Elbridge G Keith House. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Clarke House Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Clarke House Museum during your travels in Chicago. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Fred Anderson Park
Fred Anderson Park is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this vibrant area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Joseph G Coleman House
Learn about the local history of Chicago when you take a trip to Joseph G Coleman House. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
National Vietnam Veterans Art Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at National Vietnam Veterans Art Museum during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do

360 CHICAGO Observation Deck

City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise

Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Top hotels in Prairie District

Congress Plaza Hotel
It’s in a great location and the staff is always nice.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Loved the suite, connecting rooms! Needs a bit of renovating for rugs and wood! No room service!! Ok lobby.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
They didn’t clean our room even when I requested to be cleaned and we had to go and request towels and paper, breakfast is not good at all.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Breakfast is amazing so much selection, location is amazing! A block off of the Magnificent Mile and 10 min walk to train station. Many restaurants/shops nearby. The room was nice but you must leave a key im the room to keep your fan or heat going. Shampoo/shower supplies are nice.. *watch for hidden ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
I would rate this hotel as good to excellent if not for one employee. I stayed two nights and all the staff including front desk, restaurant and housekeeping were customer friendly and efficient with one exception. I returned back to the main entrance of the hotel on the second night after a long ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

River Hotel
clean room, nice staff
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Prairie District

Near South Side
Travellers choose Near South Side for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cermak-McCormick Place Station or Roosevelt Station and check out top sights like Soldier Field.

South Loop
Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in South Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Roosevelt Station or Cermak-McCormick Place Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.

Theatre District
While you're in Theatre District, take in top sights like Michigan Avenue or State Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line).

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.

Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.

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.



