Central Chicago, IL
Travel Guide
Visit Central Chicago
Where to stay in Central Chicago
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.
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.
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).
Streeterville
Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travelers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops.
Near North Side
Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are a few top attractions in Near North Side. Hop around the city on the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) and check out the area's fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops.
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.
Congress Plaza Hotel
It’s in a great location and the staff is always nice.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Loved the suite, connecting rooms! Needs a bit of renovating for rugs and wood! No room service!! Ok lobby.
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Room was hot , we were 6 not enough of towels breakfast good staff were great
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Location was really nice. Loved having the apartment amenities. It was very nice of them to have dish soap and laundry pods. I honestly liked a lot about it. On the downside, the hot tub was closed for maintenance which was one of the reasons we booked it. We were not notified that it would be closed. ...
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Level Chicago – Old Town
Very clean and nice place
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
It would appear that at this time of year the A/C just won't work. I don't fully understand why but my unit was as hot at 80 degrees and no real means of cooling it down. They gave me a fan to try and help but at the end of the day I barely slept from having the windows open in extremely humid weather, ...
Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
Millennium Park
A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
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.
