Southwest Side, IL
Travel Guide
Visit Southwest Side
Where to stay in Southwest Side
Back of the Yards
While Back of the Yards might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bridgeport Art Center and Zhou B Art Center.
Garfield Ridge
Be sure to check out the restaurants and churches while you're strolling through Garfield Ridge, and hop on the metro at Midway Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Englewood
While you're strolling through Englewood, you may want to check out the beaches and restaurants. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Halsted Station or 63rd Station.
McKinley Park
Be sure to check out the monuments and shopping while you're strolling through McKinley Park, and hop on the metro at 35th-Archer Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Brighton Park
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Brighton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit United Center and Bridgeport Art Center, a few notable attractions nearby.
New City
Beaches and mountain views are just a few things travelers like about New City. A stop by Union Stock Yard Gate is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Congress Plaza Hotel
Yes perfectly clean
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
2nd time at hotel and will come again.
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Friendly desk staff, clean room. Fridge didn't have temp adjuster and contents froze, bottles broke.
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Amazing easy access to room, very clean, amazing Customer service. And the view was amazing.
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
Level Chicago – Old Town
Property was clean, welcoming, pet friendly
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
Everything was very simple. Parking structure connected to building. Building was very good service wise. Safe, quiet, clean. Will be returning
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
Popular places to visit
Wrigley Field
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.
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.
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.
Navy Pier
A Ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Millennium Park
A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.
Things to do
Chicago Bulls Basketball Game at United Center
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art: General Admission Ticket
Medieval Torture Museum Ticket with Audio Guide and Ghost Hunting
Chicago Blackhawks Ice Hockey Game at United Center
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