Title: Visit Lyons: Best of Lyons Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Lyons](https://expedia.ca/Lyons-Hotels.d183188.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Lyons](https://expedia.ca/Lyons-Vacation-Rentals.d183188.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Lyons](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Lyons.d183188.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Lyons Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Lyons.d183188.Car-Rental-Guide)[Lyons Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Lyons.d183188.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Lyons ## Travel Guide ![Lyons, Illinois, USA - Sep 15th 2022 - The historic site of the Chicago Portage and the birth of the historic Illinois and Michigan Canal. Designated as a national historic site in 1952.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183188/2e42d7ec-1323-470b-a74f-b199b3e8e293.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lyons, Illinois, USA - Sep 15th 2022 - The historic site of the Chicago Portage and the birth of the historic Illinois and Michigan Canal. Designated as a national historic site in 1952.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/183188/200c8fd9-fa0b-46b2-942d-bf8314b95f87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Lyons Things to do - Lyons Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Lyons ![Congress Plaza Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/11b63ec2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Congress Plaza Hotel 520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL CA $159 CA $187 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8/10 Very Good! (10,014 reviews) The hotel is just showing her age... Patched wallpaper, water-stained carpeting, things like that. Our room was clean and comfortable and the view was fantastic. Be aware that particularly on weekend nights, you will hear a LOT of traffic and stereo noise from Michigan Ave. The concierge was very ... Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=183188) ![Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102630000/102622800/102622712/3e21593f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago 150 East Ontario Street Chicago IL CA $181 CA $251 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Michigan Avenue and Chicago ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,627 reviews) Clean room. Very friendly staff Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=102622712&PinnedHotelID=102622712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=183188) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11600/11580/24d28405_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North 600 N State St Chicago IL Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $175 CA $205 total Apr 13 - Apr 14 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (5,766 reviews) I had a great time staying here. Its location made it easy to explore the downtown area on foot. Lots of cool restaurants near by. The room was spacious and staff were very friendly. The airport is far away and with the traffic, would suggest reserving extra time while traveling to the airport. All ... Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=11580&PinnedHotelID=11580&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=183188) [See all 4,976 properties in Lyons](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026®ionId=183188) 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. ![Sentral Michigan Avenue](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76270000/76267500/76267438/58291697_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sentral Michigan Avenue 808 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE Chicago IL Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,114 reviews) The unit we received needs some taking care of- the walls had finger prints on them, bathroom walls looked even worse, bedroom carpet had some red stains on it, couch cover had a lot of dog fur on it which made sitting on it quite uncomfortable. Shower gel dispenser did not work. Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-Sentral-Michigan-Avenue.h76267438.Hotel-Information) ![Level Chicago – Old Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39810000/39805900/39805843/8c061e2a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Level Chicago – Old Town 1140 North Wells Street Chicago IL Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 9/10 Wonderful! (451 reviews) Staff was really nice Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Chicago-Hotels-LEVEL-Furnished-Living-Chicago.h39805843.Hotel-Information) ![Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46240000/46231100/46231022/264e98f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago One Superior Place Chicago IL Stay at this aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (719 reviews) Room was large, clean and well equipped. Perfect Chicago location! 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Lyons hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183188&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26)[Mar 25 - Mar 26](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183188&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183188&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[Mar 26 - Mar 27](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183188&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183188&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183188&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183188&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=183188&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Wrigley Field featuring central business district, a city and a sporting event](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034754/d10ea4fa-9a61-425f-b749-3325e9303223.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wrigley Field Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium. [](https://expedia.ca/Wrigley-Field-Lakeview.d6034754.Vacation-Attraction) ![Scene of Chicago street bridge with traffic among modern buildings of Downtown Chicago at Michigan avenue in Chicago, Illinois, United States, Business and Modern Transportation concept](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156167/9a44be22-322b-4187-8844-e2aa99b46184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Michigan-Avenue-Downtown-Chicago.d6156167.Vacation-Attraction) ![Chicago Skyline at North Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069213/e3e08680-ba57-4e08-8e19-fef490757e5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Naval Base Great Lakes After visiting Naval Base Great Lakes, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in North Chicago. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Naval-Base-Great-Lakes-Chicago.d6069213.Vacation-Attraction) ![McCormick Place showing a high rise building and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069191/6dd1da52-961b-4d36-a030-f105009f678b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/McCormick-Place-Near-South-Side.d6069191.Vacation-Attraction) ![Navy Pier featuring a sunset and rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069215/a6173fc5-04f4-4a58-b70a-61c78e1b648e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Navy Pier A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Millennium-Park-Downtown-Chicago.d6069201.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![360 CHICAGO Observation Deck ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/170348/1cbf6a0b-f355-4f8a-a858-37fdc0668a64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck CA $37 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/360-chicago-observation-deck.a170348.activity-details) ![Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/766175/932beb0e-70fe-42a4-baff-df68960da73f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour CA $55 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wendellas-90-min-chicago-river-architecture-tour.a766175.activity-details) ![Flyover in Chicago](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50023979/095bdacd-a8be-4515-aac0-469239aa8c0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flyover in Chicago CA $52 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/flyover-in-chicago.a50023979.activity-details) [See all activities in Lyons](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Lyons.d183188.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Lyons ![Chicago showing a high-rise building and a city as well as a family](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178248/719a2712-bcc7-4b9d-86cc-997f107a7839.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chicago - Cities near Lyons - Places of interest [Chicago](https://expedia.ca/Chicago.dx178248) - [Wrigley Field ](https://expedia.ca/Wrigley-Field-Lakeview.d6034754.Vacation-Attraction) - [Michigan Avenue ](https://expedia.ca/Michigan-Avenue-Downtown-Chicago.d6156167.Vacation-Attraction) - [Navy Pier ](https://expedia.ca/Navy-Pier-Downtown-Chicago.d6069215.Vacation-Attraction) - [Millennium Park ](https://expedia.ca/Millennium-Park-Downtown-Chicago.d6069201.Vacation-Attraction) - [Chicago Riverwalk ](https://expedia.ca/Chicago-Riverwalk-Downtown-Chicago.d553248621533116610.Vacation-Attraction) - [United Center ](https://expedia.ca/United-Center-Near-West-Side.d6064077.Vacation-Attraction) - [Grant Park ](https://expedia.ca/Grant-Park-Downtown-Chicago.d507389.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Michigan ](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Michigan-United-States-of-America.d6338716.Vacation-Attraction) - [Donald E. Stephens Convention Center ](https://expedia.ca/Donald-E-Stephens-Convention-Center-Chicago.d6034944.Vacation-Attraction) - [Northwestern University ](https://expedia.ca/Northwestern-University-Chicago.d6034942.Vacation-Attraction) - [Willis Tower ](https://expedia.ca/Willis-Tower-Downtown-Chicago.d6064069.Vacation-Attraction) - [Chicago Theatre ](https://expedia.ca/Chicago-Theatre-Downtown-Chicago.d6064049.Vacation-Attraction) - [Art Institute of Chicago ](https://expedia.ca/Art-Institute-Of-Chicago-Downtown-Chicago.d6064021.Vacation-Attraction) - [Woodfield Mall ](https://expedia.ca/Woodfield-Mall-Chicago.d6064089.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cloud Gate ](https://expedia.ca/Cloud-Gate-Downtown-Chicago.d6182888.Vacation-Attraction) - [Griffin Museum of Science and Industry ](https://expedia.ca/Griffin-Museum-Of-Science-And-Industry-Hyde-Park.d6064043.Vacation-Attraction) - [Chicago History Museum ](https://expedia.ca/Chicago-History-Museum-Lincoln-Park.d6064041.Vacation-Attraction) - [Water Tower Place ](https://expedia.ca/Water-Tower-Place-Downtown-Chicago.d6064087.Vacation-Attraction) - [875 North Michigan Avenue ](https://expedia.ca/875-North-Michigan-Avenue-Downtown-Chicago.d6065131.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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