Chicago is the third-largest city in the United States, and therefore boasts excellent facilities and attractions. Among its varied neighborhoods are some best-suited for culture, sports, shopping, dining and appreciating the ethnicities that have created a truly American melting pot. Bring the kids, plan a romantic getaway, steal some time from a business trip for sightseeing or simply take a walking tour. When deciding where to stay, consider booking a hotel in an area close by the attractions and activities most likely to fill your vacation itinerary.
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Great Areas to Stay for Dining
The Loop, also known as Chicago Central Business District or Downtown Chicago, is an inner-city neighborhood well-worth a visit and maybe a stay. Densely packed with government buildings, great hotels and fantastic restaurants, accommodations here will place you in the middle of the action. Stay a few blocks away in West Loop, where many of the city's Michelin-starred dining spots maintain acclaim year after year. On a more humble level, Chicago claims the best pizza in the country - a mouthwatering deep dish stuffed with cheese, fillings and sauce. Book accommodations in South Side, Lincoln Park or River North and do a taste test at different pizza parlors every evening.
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops, and acclaimed art galleries.
Recommended hotels in The Loop
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views, and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
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West Loop
Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Loop. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Racine Station or Ogilvie Transportation Center.
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Lincoln Park
Known for its ample dining options and fantastic lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lincoln Park. You can visit top attractions like Lake Michigan and Lincoln Hall, and jump on the metro at Fullerton Station or Armitage Station to see more of the city.
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River North
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
Recommended hotels in River North
Best Neighborhoods for Shopping
The Magnificent Mile area in Downtown Chicago has hundreds of stores and restaurants and dozens of hotels, making this neighborhood a perfect spot to stay when shopping is part of the travel itinerary. If that doesn't provide enough retail options, nearby Rush Street and Gold Coast offer even more shops. Book accommodations in Wicker Park to browse one-of-a-kind boutiques, trendy shops and local coffeehouses. Or stay in the Chicago suburbs of Schaumburg or Rosemont near Chicago O'Hare Airport, where outlet malls offer big discounts on high-quality products ranging from fashion to home furnishings.
Magnificent Mile
Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Magnificent Mile. Travelers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops.
Recommended hotels in Magnificent Mile
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.
Recommended hotels in Gold Coast
Wicker Park
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Wicker Park. If sightseeing is on the list, Milwaukee Avenue is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Damen Station or Division Station to see more of the area.
Schaumburg
Schaumburg is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Schaumburg Medieval Times and Woodfield Mall.
Recommended hotels in Schaumburg
Rosemont
Parkway Bank Park Entertainment District and Rosemont Theatre are top sights in Rosemont, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility Station or Multi-Modal Facility Station to see more sights in the area.
Recommended hotels in Rosemont
Where to Stay for Culture
Chicago is filled with museums, galleries, theaters and other cultural venues. Hotels in the South Loop and Near South Side neighborhoods are among the best to access the attractions of the huge lakeside Museum Campus, including the Field Museum of Natural History, the Adler Planetarium, the Shedd Aquarium and the Lakeside Center of McCormick Place. See the Chicago Bears play football here at Soldier Field. Stay in Streeterville to visit the Museum of Contemporary Art, or reserve a room in the neighborhood of Bronzeville, where public art and African American music mix with mansions from Chicago's Victorian era. Book accommodations in the Loop to be in the heart of Chicago's Theater District and near the Art Institute of Chicago as well as Cloud Gate, the city's beloved Bean sculpture.
South Loop
Known for its fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in South Loop. Top attractions like Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are major draws. Catch the metro at Roosevelt Station or Cermak-McCormick Place Station to see more of the city.
Recommended hotels in South Loop
Near South Side
Travelers choose Near South Side for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cermak-McCormick Place Station or Roosevelt Station and check out top sights like Soldier Field.
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.
Recommended hotels in Streeterville
Bronzeville
Travelers choose Bronzeville for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at 35th-Bronzeville-IIT Station or Indiana Station and check out top sights like Lake Michigan.
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops, and acclaimed art galleries.
Recommended hotels in The Loop
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