Western Springs
Travel Guide


Visit Western Springs

Congress Plaza Hotel
"Really good place just weird door security people"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
"My husband and I really enjoyed staying at Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago. Staff was friendly and helpful. Hotel is very clean. Breakfast & bar is so delicious we definitely will come back. Chi Love you! Thank you so much."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
"BEWARE: I booked and paid for this hotel a month in advance. My train was delayed a few hours, so I arrived at the hotel about 7pm. However, I completed an echeck-in at the hotels request at 1pm. Upon arriving, there was a short line of people waiting to check-in and they were upset and asking to ..."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026

Sentral Michigan Avenue
"Staff was horrible , room was half cleaned, very strict for price"
Reviewed on May 16, 2026

Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
"Great place to stay."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026

Level Chicago – Old Town
"Minimum effort. Pleasant stay. Very quiet. Enjoyed the 8th floor common area. Service at the front desk was really great. Convenient coffee shop / bakery in the lobby."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Popular places to visit

Wrigley Field
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.

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.

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.

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.

Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Things to do

Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission

Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour

Wendella's Lake and River Architecture Tour

Chicago By Night River and Lake Cruise
- Wrigley Field
- Navy Pier
- Michigan Avenue
- Millennium Park
- Lake Michigan
- Chicago Riverwalk
- Grant Park
- United Center
- Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
- Willis Tower
- Woodfield Mall
- Chicago Theatre
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
- Cloud Gate
- Chicago History Museum
- Lincoln Park Zoo




