Southwest Side

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Southwest Side

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Back of the Yards

While Back of the Yards might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bridgeport Art Center and Zhou B Art Center.

Back of the Yards
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McKinley Park

The monuments and shopping make McKinley Park worth a stop. Make a stop by S.S. Peter and Paul Church, and jump on the metro at 35th-Archer Station to get around the area.

McKinley Park
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Brighton Park

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Brighton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit United Center and Bridgeport Art Center, a few notable attractions nearby.

Brighton Park
Chicago, IL featuring interior views and an airport as well as a couple

Garfield Ridge

1/5(1 area review)

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.

Garfield Ridge
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New City

Beaches and mountain views are just a few things travelers like about New City. A stop by Union Stock Yard Gate is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

New City
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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 Garfield Station (Red Line).

Englewood
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 $220 per night from May 1 to May 2
CA $220
per night
May 1 - May 2
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! (3,938 reviews)
"Great price. Great location. Great staff."

Reviewed on Apr. 24, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Congress Plaza Hotel
Congress Plaza Hotel
3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $165 per night from May 27 to May 28
CA $165
per night
May 27 - May 28
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (8,713 reviews)
"I would stay again!"

Reviewed on Apr. 25, 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
3.5 out of 5
198 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $225 per night from May 11 to May 12
CA $225
per night
May 11 - May 12
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,153 reviews)
"Fitness Center and pool were closed. Housekeeping kept missing our room."

Reviewed on Apr. 25, 2025

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
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Sentral Michigan Avenue
Sentral Michigan Avenue
4 out of 5
808 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (734 reviews)
"Bad vallet parking communication but everything else is very good highly recommend"

Reviewed on Apr. 23, 2025

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Sonder South Wabash
Sonder South Wabash
3.5 out of 5
1419 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, concierge services, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Soldier Field and Grant ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (479 reviews)
Great!
"Had a wonderful time. Very clean and no issues! Will definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on Apr. 23, 2025

Sonder South Wabash
Sonder Market Hall
Sonder Market Hall
3.5 out of 5
1436 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a nightclub, a fitness center, and concierge services. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (263 reviews)
"Charming, minimalist, accessible and modern, just what I needed, ideal for couples or single people who want to enjoy the city."

Reviewed on Apr. 21, 2025

Sonder Market Hall
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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
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
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
Six Flags Great America featuring rides

Six Flags Great America

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Spend a day at this sprawling theme park to enjoy an array of thrilling roller coaster rides, a water park and entertainment for kids of all ages.

Six Flags Great America
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

Things to do

Flyover in Chicago

Flyover in Chicago

CA $53
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Flyover in Chicago
River tour boat in Chicago

Architecture River Tour

CA $67
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 $62
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Willis Tower Skydeck and The Ledge Ticket
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour

Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour

CA $50
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Regular & Express Ticket

Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket

CA $30
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Museum of Ice Cream Chicago

Museum of Ice Cream Chicago

CA $61
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Museum of Ice Cream Chicago
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Cities near Southwest Side

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