West Loop Travel Guide
Chicago
Popular places to visit
Mary Bartelme Park
After visiting Mary Bartelme Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Union Park
After visiting Union Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Old St Patrick’s Church
Learn about the local history of Chicago when you take a trip to Old St Patrick’s Church. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
The Old Post Office
You can find out about the history of Chicago with a visit to The Old Post Office. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Batcolumn
Learn about the local history of Chicago when you take a trip to Batcolumn. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Mars Gallery
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mars Gallery in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
360 CHICAGO Observation Deck
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Top hotels in West Loop
The Emily Hotel
The Emily Hotel was excellent! Great staff, room was clean and roomy, bed was so comfy! loved it here, would stay again!!
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
We enjoy the Rye restaurant and bar. Food is great and bar area is quaint and people are friendly. Parked at Arcadia Towers using spot heroes, since garage was full. Much cheaper than hotel parking, but no ins and outs !!!
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG
Nobu Hotel Chicago
I really enjoyed my stay at Nobu. The food was very nice and the atmosphere was what I really wanted (the main reason I chose to stay there). I also really liked the location of the hotel. Everything was very walkable and I enjoyed exploring when I had free time. My only thoughts as negatives are ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Congress Plaza Hotel
Hot water pressure was very very low. Had to leave the shower running for an hour turn it off completely then turn it back on for the pressure to work.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
We had a city view
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Loop
Near West Side
Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by United Center or Credit Union 1 Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town.
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.
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 Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
Near North Side
Known for its fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Near North Side. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
