Central Chicago

Travel Guide

Central Chicago
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Where to stay in Central Chicago

Magnificent Mile - River North

Magnificent Mile

Upscale shopping district with luxury department stores, boutiques, and acclaimed restaurants, featuring landmarks like the Wrigley Building and Chicago Water Tower. The Magnificent Mile is easily accessible by public transit and seasonal trolley service.

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River North

Artistic spirit thrives here, with art galleries and a design district featuring luxury interior furnishings. Explore Kingsbury Park, enjoy vibrant nightlife on Hubbard Street, and visit the iconic Contemporaine Building.

River North
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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).

Theatre District
Navy Pier which includes wild flowers and general coastal views as well as a couple

Streeterville

Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travelers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops.

Streeterville
Gold Coast featuring street scenes as well as a couple

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.

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Rush and Division

While you're in Rush and Division, take in top sights like Dave & Buster's or Oak Street, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chicago Station (Red Line) or Clark-Division Station.

Rush and Division
Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $186 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $186
CA $218 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (8,916 reviews)
"Great views of the lake. Good location for museum campus and northerly island."

Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2025

Congress Plaza Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North

4 out of 5
600 N State St, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $222 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
CA $222
CA $261 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,703 reviews)
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Reviewed on Aug. 15, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel

4 out of 5
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL
The price is CA $240 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
CA $240
CA $316 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,856 reviews)
"Loved the Palmer House Hotel!!! The lobby, amazing decoration! I even took a picture of it to post on social. The bar and restaurant area, very popular and looked like everyone was enjoying themselves! The room, well, not the best, but this was an occasion where I booked last minute and through a ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 15, 2025

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
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Sentral Michigan Avenue

Sentral Michigan Avenue

4 out of 5
808 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness center, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (874 reviews)
"Great location, clean unit, friendly staff, would come back!!"

Reviewed on Aug. 12, 2025

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Level Chicago – Old Town

Level Chicago – Old Town

4 out of 5
1140 North Wells Street, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (338 reviews)
"Great property. Outstanding all the way around."

Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2025

Level Chicago – Old Town
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago

Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago

4 out of 5
One Superior Place, Chicago, IL
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (470 reviews)
"Spacious and walkable to magnificent mile and other sites. Also red line stop nearby"

Reviewed on Aug. 14, 2025

Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
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Popular places to visit

Magnificent Mile - River North which includes signage, a city and night scenes

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.

Michigan Avenue
Navy Pier

Navy Pier

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.

Navy Pier
McCormick Place

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.

McCormick Place
Millennium Park featuring autumn colours, street scenes and a city

Millennium Park

A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.

Millennium Park
Soldier Field which includes a high-rise building, a city and modern architecture

Soldier Field

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

Soldier Field
Grant Park

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.

Grant Park

Things to do

River tour boat in Chicago

Architecture River Tour

CA $57
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Architecture River Tour
See Chicago's magnificent skyline at night!

Chicago By Night River & Lake Cruise

CA $62
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Chicago By Night River & Lake Cruise
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour

Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour

CA $56
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks

Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks

CA $58
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Regular & Express Ticket

Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket

CA $34
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Chicago C3® : Save on admission to your choice of 3 top attractactions

Chicago C3® by CityPASS®

CA $146
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Chicago C3® by CityPASS®
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Cities near Central Chicago

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