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Popular places to visit

Wrigley Field featuring central business district, a city and a sporting event

Wrigley Field

4.5/5(158 reviews)

Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.

Wrigley Field
Magnificent Mile - River North which includes signage, a city and night scenes

Michigan Avenue

4.5/5(19 reviews)

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Michigan Avenue
McCormick Place

McCormick Place

4.5/5(141 reviews)

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.

McCormick Place
Navy Pier

Navy Pier

4.5/5(459 reviews)

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.

Navy Pier
Soldier Field which includes a high-rise building, a city and modern architecture

Soldier Field

4.5/5(114 reviews)

Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.

Soldier Field
Millennium Park featuring autumn colours, street scenes and a city

Millennium Park

4.5/5(722 reviews)

A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.

Millennium Park

Things to do

Flyover in Chicago

Flyover in Chicago

CA $55
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Flyover in Chicago
River tour boat in Chicago

Architecture River Tour

CA $70
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Architecture River Tour
Chicago: Willis Tower Skydeck and The Ledge Ticket

Chicago: Willis Tower Skydeck and The Ledge Ticket

CA $64
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Willis Tower Skydeck and The Ledge Ticket
Color Factory Chicago Ticket

Color Factory Chicago Ticket

CA $49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Color Factory Chicago Ticket
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Regular & Express Ticket

Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket

CA $31
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Chicago C3® : Save on admission to your choice of 3 top attractactions

Chicago C3® by CityPASS®

CA $152
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Chicago C3® by CityPASS®
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Essex Hotel Deals

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
3.5 out of 5
25 South Halsted Street, Chicago, IL
Fully refundable
The price is CA $132 per night from Apr. 6 to Apr. 7
CA $132
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,022 reviews)
"Its really a good hotel and at a good.location and easy to commute"

Reviewed on Mar. 29, 2025

Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
Swissotel - Chicago
Swissotel - Chicago
4.5 out of 5
323 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $237 per night from Apr. 4 to Apr. 5
CA $237
CA $320 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,017 reviews)
"Easy access to Michigan Avenue. Clean and friendly"

Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2025

Swissotel - Chicago
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
4 out of 5
600 N State St, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $193 per night from Apr. 20 to Apr. 21
CA $193
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,817 reviews)
"Very convenient!"

Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
River Hotel
River Hotel
4 out of 5
75 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $141 per night from Apr. 20 to Apr. 21
CA $141
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,969 reviews)
"Really impressed with our stay at River Hotel last weekend! Fantastic location and extremely welcoming and helpful both made us want to stay there again. Room was clean and parking our car after driving in from out of town was a breeze!"

Reviewed on Mar. 28, 2025

River Hotel
L7 Chicago by LOTTE
L7 Chicago by LOTTE
4.5 out of 5
225 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $228 per night from Apr. 21 to Apr. 22
CA $228
CA $268 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,006 reviews)
"Loved our stay at L7. Beautiful property with well maintained and clean rooms. Appreciated the electric kettle and tea in the room. Perilla was delicious."

Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2025

L7 Chicago by LOTTE
Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG
Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG
3 out of 5
350 West Wolf Point Plaza, Building 2, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $186 per night from Apr. 20 to Apr. 21
CA $186
CA $219 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,467 reviews)
"The pool area was very slippery, even when walking carefully. Customer service was excellent. We were surprised to find our room being cleaned at 6pm, when we came back and just needed to relax, but it was no big deal. We just hung out in the very comfortable lobby. The vibe in the hotel in general ..."

Reviewed on Mar. 30, 2025

Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG
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Chicago Museum of Science and Industry

Hyde Park

4/5(4 area reviews)

Hyde Park is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Michigan and Robie House.

Hyde Park
South Loop which includes night scenes and street scenes

Near South Side

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

Near South Side
South Loop featuring a skyscraper and a city

South Loop

4/5(31 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in South Loop. Top attractions like Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are major draws. Catch the metro at Roosevelt Station or Cermak-McCormick Place Station to see more of the city.

South Loop
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Near West Side

4/5(29 area reviews)

Live music, theaters, 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 Racine Station or Polk Station (Pink Line) to get around town.

Near West Side
Chicago showing rides

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 the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line).

Theatre District
The Loop - Downtown which includes a river or creek

The Loop

4.5/5(725 area reviews)

Chicago's central business district boasts numerous global businesses, retail establishments, and theaters. Explore the Loop Retail Historic District, Chicago Landmark Historic Michigan Boulevard District, and visit iconic attractions like the Art Institute of Chicago.

The Loop

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