Magnificent Mile, IL

Chicago

Magnificent Mile - River North
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Magnificent Mile - River North featuring heritage architecture and signage
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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, jewelry, 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
$238 nightly
The price is $274 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$274 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and 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! (2,137 reviews)
"Elevator"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile by IHG
The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago

The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago

4.5 out of 5
909 North Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
$176 nightly
The price is $207 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$207 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,021 reviews)
"We had an excellent stay at the Westin. The hotel exceeded our expectations in every way. We love the location. We’ve stayed here before and absolutely love the ability to walk to Oak St., Beach and 900 shops and so many wonderful restaurants in the area, particularly like Doc B’s. When we arrived, ..."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

The Westin Michigan Avenue Chicago
Warwick Allerton - Chicago

Warwick Allerton - Chicago

4 out of 5
701 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
$136 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$159 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,912 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay, especially being directly on Michigan Ave."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Warwick Allerton - Chicago
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile

Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile

4 out of 5
540 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
$274 nightly
The price is $322 total per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
$322 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 4 beach bars, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay here. The location was perfect for walking around. We were able to walk to every attraction on our list . The only thing missing is a pool!"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
Omni Chicago Hotel

Omni Chicago Hotel

4.5 out of 5
676 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
$208 nightly
The price is $244 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$244 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,510 reviews)
Great location with large comfortable rooms
"Fantastic location on the Magnificent Mile! Large and comfortable suites which accommodated our family of four well. Staff was friendly. Restaurant was really good for breakfast. We enjoyed our stay and will return."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Omni Chicago Hotel
Park Hyatt Chicago

Park Hyatt Chicago

5 out of 5
800 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
$492 nightly
The price is $578 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$578 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"It's a beautiful and comfortable hotel."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Park Hyatt Chicago
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