Central Chicago, IL
Travel Guide
Visit Central Chicago
Where to stay in Central Chicago
Magnificent Mile
Upscale shopping district with luxury department stores, boutiques, and acclaimed restaurants, featuring landmarks like the Wrigley Building and Chicago Water Tower. The Magnificent Mile is easily accessible by public transit and seasonal trolley service.
River North
Artistic spirit thrives here, with art galleries and a design district featuring luxury interior furnishings. Explore Kingsbury Park, enjoy vibrant nightlife on Hubbard Street, and visit the iconic Contemporaine Building.
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).
Streeterville
Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travelers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops.
Near North Side
Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are a few top attractions in Near North Side. Hop around the city on the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) and check out the area's fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops.
Gold Coast
The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Gold Coast. A stop by Michigan Avenue or Lake Michigan might round out your trip.
Congress Plaza Hotel
Overall we enjoy this hotel, some fixtures in the bathroom were missing. But on an important note, we were woken up by the front desk and by security at 3 AM regarding a noise and an assault above our room.
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Very clean and updated. Super quiet as well. The large breakfast buffet was a pleasant surprise with fresh fruit, pastries, sliced meats , cheeses, as well as the traditional eggs, bacon , etc.
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Great location, room was spacious, checkin fast and seemless, breakfast was top notch!! By far one of the best we have had in our travels
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Room was okay, but first room was dirty with stained bed sheets and peeling wrap on the cupboards. It was nice, may choose to stay again
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Level Chicago – Old Town
Had a great stay!! Kelly at the front desk was so sweet
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
clean room, awesome view
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Popular places to visit
Michigan Avenue
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.
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.
Grant Park
Chicago’s front yard is a pretty landscaped park, which is home to public art displays, museums, themed gardens and international music festivals.
Things to do
Chicago River: 1.5-Hour Guided Architecture Cruise
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
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