South Austin, IL
Chicago
Visit South Austin
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.
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.
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
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
South Austin Hotel Deals
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
This was a great stay! Really enjoyed the breakfast! Only down side was the shower. Water did not get hot and water pressure was horrible. Otherwise would have been 5 stars!
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Congress Plaza Hotel
It was a large nice hotel but the wing I stayed in was under renovation and looked spooky and abandoned. The room was really nice but the bathtub drain was stuck closed.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Nice location, clean room, Happy Hour passes, and included breakfast.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Clean room. Quick sleep. All we needed. Comfortable beds. Appreciate the blankets weren’t thin as a sheet.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Hilton Chicago
Bathrooms and furniture was not clean at all. Splatter of dark brown-red substance on lampshade. Bathroom shower grout had similar brown-red stains and hair stuck in tub. Otherwise good. Room was spacious.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Spacious room. Clean
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Other neighborhoods around South Austin
Logan Square
Get to know Logan Square and its many features like its breweries and live music. You might want to explore sights like Concord Music Hall and Milwaukee Avenue, and you can jump on the metro at Logan Square Station or California Station (Blue Line) to get around the city.
West Town
Noted for its live music and theaters, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Milwaukee Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city.
Wicker Park
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Wicker Park. If sightseeing is on the list, Milwaukee Avenue is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Damen Station or Division Station to see more of the area.
Near West Side
Live music, theaters, and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by United Center or Credit Union 1 Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town.
West Loop
Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Loop. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Racine Station or Ogilvie Transportation Center.
Lincoln Park
Upscale national retailers, boutiques, and bookstores abound in this affluent area, alongside numerous restaurants and coffee shops. Must-see attractions include Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago History Museum, and North Avenue Beach. Easily accessible via CTA transit and major roads.
