Visit Des Plaines
Where to stay in Des Plaines

Norma
Norma is well-liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Lake Park and Allstate Arena are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Oakton
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Oakton. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Lake Park and Allstate Arena, a few notable attractions nearby.

Congress Plaza Hotel

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Reviewed on Aug 27, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile

Sentral Michigan Avenue

Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago

Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Market Hall Apartments West Loop
Popular places to visit

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

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.

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

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

Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour

Chicago By Night River & Lake Cruise

Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks

Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
- Wrigley Field
- Naval Base Great Lakes
- Michigan Avenue
- Navy Pier
- Millennium Park
- Soldier Field
- Grant Park
- Chicago Riverwalk
- Lake Michigan
- United Center
- Northwestern University
- Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
- Willis Tower
- Woodfield Mall
- Merchandise Mart
- Loyola University Chicago
- Chicago Theatre
- State Street
- Allstate Arena
- Water Tower Place