West Town Travel Guide
Chicago
Popular places to visit
Humboldt Park
Humboldt Park is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Milwaukee Avenue
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Milwaukee Avenue during your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
The Salt Shed
You can get tickets for a performance at The Salt Shed on your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Holy Innocents Church
After visiting Holy Innocents Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
St. John Cantius Church
After visiting St. John Cantius Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Humboldt Park Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Humboldt Park Beach during your trip to Chicago? Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Color Factory Chicago Ticket
Top hotels in West Town
Congress Plaza Hotel
Wonderful hotel
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago
Great location and great hotel!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Great Staff Clean Hotel! The heated pool was NOT heated but overall my stay was GREAT
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
Cleanliness, service
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Restuarant crews were fantastic; hotel location, unbeatable if overnight and early morning flight from ORd as in airport. Rooms smallish, dated but functional. $25 early check in petty, cheapened experience and bothered me.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Nice
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Town
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.
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.
Near West Side
Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by Credit Union 1 Arena or United Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town.
Old Town Chicago
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Chicago. Top attractions like Second City and Armitage Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sedgwick Station or Clark-Division Station 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.
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.
