Central Chicago, IL
Where to stay in Central Chicago
Magnificent Mile
Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Magnificent Mile. Travelers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops.
River North
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
Streeterville
Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travelers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops.
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).
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.
Rush and Division
While you're in Rush and Division, take in top sights like Newberry Library or Oak Street, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chicago Station (Red Line) or Clark-Division Station.
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Odyssey Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art: General Admission Ticket
- Navy Pier
- McCormick Place
- Grant Park
- Soldier Field
- Millennium Park
- Michigan Avenue
- Chicago Riverwalk
- Willis Tower
- Chicago Theatre
- Field Museum of Natural History
- Merchandise Mart
- Water Tower Place
- John Hancock Center
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital
- State Street
- Wintrust Arena
- Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum
- Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital
- Chicago Children's Museum
- Northerly Island Natural Area
- Buckingham Fountain
- House of Blues Chicago
- Chicago City Hall
- Columbia College Chicago