South Side, IL

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Chicago South Side
Chicago South Side
I thought Wood Ducks were the most amazingly colorful and photogenic ducks until I spotted this incredible bird on the lakefront. What a handsome beautiful duck.
Today was an amazing experience. We found a male mandarin duck just after sunrise on the lakefront with a group of mallards and mergansers. This was the most stunning duck I have ever seen in my life. What it was doing in Chicago and how it got here is a total mystery.
A male mandarin duck in the harbor at 31st street. What an amazing treat. This is a duck from Asia that has no business here in Chicago Illinois.

Where to stay in South Side

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Hyde Park

4.5/5(136 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
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Chinatown

4/5(204 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Chinatown, you might enjoy attractions like South Wentworth Street and Chinatown Gateway. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Cermak-Chinatown Station to see more of the city.

Chinatown
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Bridgeport

4/5(1 area review)

Well-liked for its restaurants and churches, Bridgeport is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Bridgeport Art Center and Zhou B Art Center, and jump on the metro at Halsted Station (Orange Line) to get around the city.

Bridgeport
Bronzeville Bridge

Bronzeville

3.5/5(292 area reviews)

Travelers choose Bronzeville for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at 35th-Bronzeville-IIT Station or Indiana Station and check out top sights like Lake Michigan.

Bronzeville
Aerial Chicago Douglas Neighborhood

Douglas

Visitors often come to Douglas for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Lake Michigan and McCormick Tribune Center. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at 35th-Bronzeville-IIT Station.

Douglas
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Woodlawn

Woodlawn is well-liked for its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Lake Michigan and 63rd Street Beach are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Cottage Grove Station or King Drive Station to get around.

Woodlawn
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Chinatown

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Chinatown

3.5 out of 5
2357 S WENTWORTH AVE Chicago IL
The price is ¥16,805 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
¥16,805
¥19,727 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
The room was spotless, not to mention stunning and very comfortable. The staff were beyond kind and exceedingly helpful. The breakfast was honestly so good, I’ve never had a good hotel breakfast until Springhill Suites. Overall one of my favorite places I’ve ever stayed. Will be coming back in the ...

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Chinatown
Jaslin Hotel

Jaslin Hotel

3 out of 5
261 West Cermak Rd Chicago IL
The price is ¥19,665 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
¥19,665
¥23,086 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,177 reviews)
Great service and clean roomd

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

Jaslin Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Chicago-Midway Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Chicago-Midway Airport by IHG

2.5 out of 5
6500 S Cicero Ave Chicago IL
The price is ¥16,041 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
¥16,041
¥18,844 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,299 reviews)
Staff was great!!

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Chicago-Midway Airport by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
A Home Away From Home!

A Home Away From Home!

Chicago IL
Stay at this vacation home in Chicago. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Griffin Museum of Science and Industry ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
The home fit our needs perfectly. Plenty of room for all of us and great common spaces. Wonderful location with plenty of restaurants to choose from. We sincerely appreciated having the steps and walkway shoveled within an hour of check out, which was extremely considerate of our host!

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

A Home Away From Home!
Comfy 4 bedroom Apartment in the center of CHICAGO! 15 mins from Downtown!

Comfy 4 bedroom Apartment in the center of CHICAGO! 15 mins from Downtown!

Chicago IL
Stay at this vacation home in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Griffin Museum of Science and Industry ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (17 reviews)
Awesome place to stay

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Comfy 4 bedroom Apartment in the center of CHICAGO! 15 mins from Downtown!
Stylish Apartment near Chicago Downtown

Stylish Apartment near Chicago Downtown

2 out of 5
3030 S Lyman St Chicago IL
Stay at this aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi and air conditioning. Popular attractions Soldier Field and United Center are located nearby.
Stylish Apartment near Chicago Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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