Title: Visit Riverside: 2026 Travel Guide for Riverside, Chicago | Expedia.com [Hotels in Riverside](https://expedia.com/Riverside-Hotels.d6132182.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Riverside](https://expedia.com/Riverside-Vacation-Rentals.d6132182.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Riverside](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Riverside.d6132182.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Riverside](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Riverside.d6132182.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Riverside](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Riverside.d6132182.Car-Rental-Guide)[Riverside Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Riverside.d6132182.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Riverside, IL ## Travel Guide ![Chicago_BrookfieldZoo_6064025_08](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064025/195ddefa-51a8-44d3-b701-a9d90156dfdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Although the zoo has a butterfly habitat each summer, I find some of my best shots strolling through the park. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7080/ff798c12-ed82-416e-8be8-99c19e231a8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Brookfield Zoo showing zoo animals and dangerous animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064025/2f3addcb-cfe9-4aff-880c-8c39941dd48c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Riverside Things to do - Riverside Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Riverside ![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 $116 nightly $136 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 Total with taxes and 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! (9,985 reviews) It’s an old hotel. It needs a quality paint job and new carpets in the hallways among many other things. But the lake view rooms makes up for a lot of what’s missing. Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F1%2F2026&endDate=4%2F2%2F2026&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132182) ![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 $162 nightly $190 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and 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! (3,594 reviews) Convenient location, friendly staff, great breakfast buffet to start the day. Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=102622712&PinnedHotelID=102622712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132182) ![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 $130 nightly $153 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and 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! (5,768 reviews) Berry nice Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=11580&PinnedHotelID=11580&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132182) [See all 5,115 properties in Riverside](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F23%2F2026&endDate=3%2F24%2F2026®ionId=6132182) 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 ... [](https://expedia.com/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! (449 reviews) The property was super clean and as-advertised. Check-in was fast and efficient. The location was perfect for sightseeing and an evening concert at The Salt Shed. On-site parking was secured and well-lit. Would book again! Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/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! (715 reviews) Great place Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Chicago-Hotels-Kasa-Chicago-River-North-Apartments.h46231022.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Riverside](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6132182&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Riverside hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132182&startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23)[Mar 22 - Mar 23](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132182&startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132182&startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24)[Mar 23 - Mar 24](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132182&startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132182&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6132182&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Wrigley Field featuring cbd, a sporting event and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034754/d10ea4fa-9a61-425f-b749-3325e9303223.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wrigley Field 4.5/5(2,129 reviews) Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium. [](https://expedia.com/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 4.5/5(334 reviews) 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.com/Michigan-Avenue-Downtown-Chicago.d6156167.Vacation-Attraction) ![View of Chicago skyline at sunrise.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069213/7912338a-cac5-4762-9012-728b8bea99be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Naval Base Great Lakes 4.5/5(456 reviews) 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.com/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 4.5/5(1,809 reviews) 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.com/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 4.5/5(4,893 reviews) A Ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district. [](https://expedia.com/Navy-Pier-Downtown-Chicago.d6069215.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful autumn colors surround modern architecture in Millennium Park, Chicago during a sunny day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069201/87d76a1e-e63f-48a2-8892-fb54ee86f8e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Millennium Park 4.5/5(7,209 reviews) A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape. [](https://expedia.com/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 $26 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/360-chicago-observation-deck.a170348.activity-details) ![Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1342523/52299998-0f25-4483-b147-6aa89e72ca8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission $44 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/skydeck-willis-tower-admission.a1342523.activity-details) ![Chicago Bulls Basketball Game at United Center](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47300776/972792e4-c31c-4347-9c2d-8d50ffbad913.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chicago Bulls Basketball Game at United Center $61 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/chicago-bulls-basketball-game-at-united-center.a47300776.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 $41 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wendellas-90-min-chicago-river-architecture-tour.a766175.activity-details) ![Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Regular & Express Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4851853/9464687e-f5ac-4a15-9285-f6e26537484c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket $25 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/chicago-navy-pier-centennial-wheel-ticket.a4851853.activity-details) ![Color Factory Chicago Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49191714/feac7bb1-c7ea-4b19-8342-818eafa34e83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Color Factory Chicago Ticket $34 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/color-factory-chicago-ticket.a49191714.activity-details) [See all activities in Riverside](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Riverside.d6132182.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Riverside ![Authentic polish smorgasbord. They have ghost tours followed by a meal, too.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6132182/e9c7d99c-8f57-4b5e-b59d-483efd13ae6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Broadview ![Although the zoo has a butterfly habitat each summer, I find some of my best shots strolling through the park. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7080/ff798c12-ed82-416e-8be8-99c19e231a8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Brookfield ![Schiller Woods view in Chicago of Illinois](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7758/5dc6d33e-4d46-4f37-9026-58124815a2a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Westchester ![USA / Chicago - House in Oak park village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9228/f6f88e06-f8a7-4edb-b5d7-6cc04a9c058c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Oak Park - Cities near Riverside - Places of interest [Broadview](https://expedia.com/Broadview.dx7064)[Brookfield](https://expedia.com/Brookfield.dx7080)[Westchester](https://expedia.com/Westchester.dx7758)[Oak Park](https://expedia.com/Oak-Park.dx9228)[Berwyn](https://expedia.com/Berwyn.dx79328)[Chicago](https://expedia.com/Chicago.dx178248)[Lyons](https://expedia.com/Lyons.dx183188)[Forest Park](https://expedia.com/Forest-Park.dx6132092)[La Grange Park](https://expedia.com/La-Grange-Park.dx6132143)[North Riverside](https://expedia.com/North-Riverside.dx6132147)[Stickney](https://expedia.com/Stickney.dx6132201)[Hines](https://expedia.com/Hines.dx6132268) - [Wrigley Field ](https://expedia.com/Wrigley-Field-Lakeview.d6034754.Vacation-Attraction) - [Michigan Avenue ](https://expedia.com/Michigan-Avenue-Downtown-Chicago.d6156167.Vacation-Attraction) - [Navy Pier ](https://expedia.com/Navy-Pier-Downtown-Chicago.d6069215.Vacation-Attraction) - [Millennium Park ](https://expedia.com/Millennium-Park-Downtown-Chicago.d6069201.Vacation-Attraction) - [Chicago Riverwalk ](https://expedia.com/Chicago-Riverwalk-Downtown-Chicago.d553248621533116610.Vacation-Attraction) - [Grant Park ](https://expedia.com/Grant-Park-Downtown-Chicago.d507389.Vacation-Attraction) - [United Center ](https://expedia.com/United-Center-Near-West-Side.d6064077.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Michigan ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Michigan-United-States-of-America.d6338716.Vacation-Attraction) - [Donald E. 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