Southwest Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Side
Where to stay in Southwest Side
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.
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.
Clearing
Visitors to Clearing appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Wintrust Sports Complex and SeatGeek Stadium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Englewood
While you're strolling through Englewood, you may want to check out the beaches and restaurants. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Halsted Station or 63rd Station.
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.
McKinley Park
Be sure to check out the monuments and shopping while you're strolling through McKinley Park, and hop on the metro at 35th-Archer Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Excellent check in check out. Staff is amazing. We had a small suite. It was perfect. Clean. Location is perfect
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Hilton Chicago
Staff very friendly
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Clean rooms, extremely friendly staff, onsite Starbucks, Lockwood restaurant was amazing, beautiful gathering area in the lounge. Close to all the Christmas must do’s. Decorated so so beautifully for Christmas!
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Absolutely loved our stay here. I’m 18 and not many places let us book but central was perfect and easy. Definitely will be back.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Level Chicago – Old Town
Staff was friendly did amazing job with checking us in
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
Easy Check In
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit
Michigan Avenue
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.
Wrigley Field
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.
Navy Pier
A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.
McCormick Place
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.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Millennium Park
A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.
Things to do
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Color Factory Chicago Ticket
