Magnificent Mile

Chicago

Magnificent Mile - River North
Magnificent Mile
Magnificent Mile - River North showing signage and heritage architecture
Magnificent Mile - River North which includes street scenes as well as a large group of people
Magnificent Mile - River North showing a hotel, a city and modern architecture

Shopaholics need look no further this glittering street packed with boutique and luxury shops, famous department stores and cafes.

The Magnificent Mile is the most famous place to go shopping in Chicago. The mile-long strip on Michigan Avenue runs between Oak Street and Michigan Avenue Bridge in Downtown. High-rise buildings on either side of the street hold offices, restaurants, hotels and hundreds of shops. Mingle with crowds of tourists and locals at any time of the day and year, who come to browse, catch-up over a meal and people-watch. It doesn’t matter if you come prepared to spend some serious cash, or just to window-shop and take home a souvenir. You’ll find it all here: clothes, jewellery, books, furniture and food for every budget.

The strip got its nickname in the 1940s, thanks to the exclusive commercial and residential dwellings that cemented it as a retail hub after the Great Depression. You can still see two of the historic buildings that survived the Great Fire of 1871: the Pumping Station and Water Tower. The Water Tower is now an upscale mall. Water Tower Place has a huge atrium, dozens of shops and a sizeable food court.

The Chicago Tribune Tower and Wrigley Building were both built here in the 1920s and stand out from the modern skyscrapers. Look up to see the ornate carvings at the top of the towers that give them their distinct style.

Stroll the strip by foot to get a feel for what’s there. Big name luxury brands like Louis Vuitton and Chanel have boutiques alongside affordable department stores such as H&M. There are five national department stores, and they have fabulous window displays, especially during the winter holiday season. There’s something for everyone along this vibrant strip, including candy stores and toy shops for the kids.

Foodies have plenty of options, as there are dozens of fine dining restaurants along the strip that cater to lunchtime business crowds and shoppers. There are numerous fast-food and café options, too. For a treat, check out the Cape Cod Room at the famous Drake Hotel, where locals and tourists have been coming since 1933 for fresh seafood. The Drake is just one of more than 50 hotels on the Magnificent Mile strip.


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InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG

4.5 out of 5
505 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $274 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
CA $274
CA $366 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,227 reviews)
"We were charged for 3 bottles of wine from the in-room bar even though we didn’t touch one item in it. And we were never sent a copy of the check out invoice when we requested it be sent via email, which was confirmed during check out. Once we received the invoice, after calling the hotel, we found ..."

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InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
Warwick Allerton - Chicago

Warwick Allerton - Chicago

4 out of 5
701 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
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The price is CA $154 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $154
CA $221 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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8.2/10 Very Good! (2,908 reviews)
"Tremendous value for the money"

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Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile

Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile

4 out of 5
540 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $288 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $288
CA $387 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The room was clean and staff friendly."

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Omni Chicago Hotel

Omni Chicago Hotel

4.5 out of 5
676 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $284 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
CA $284
CA $374 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,542 reviews)
"Very clean hotel in a fantastic location right off Michigan Ave! Staff was very kind, traveled with 2 kids and they were even given goodie bags upon check in which I appreciate so much. The suite with double beds was perfect size for the 4 of us. The view included city and a glimpse of the lake!"

Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2025

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The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago

The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago

4.5 out of 5
909 North Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $184 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $184
CA $264 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
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Park Hyatt Chicago

Park Hyatt Chicago

5 out of 5
800 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $855 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
CA $855
CA $1,004 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (999 reviews)
"Nothing beats a stay at the Park Hyatt when in Chicago!"

Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2025

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