Galewood Travel Guide
Chicago
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 find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Top hotels in Galewood
Congress Plaza Hotel
The room and hotel is a bit run down as most places over a century old
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Staff was pleasant, breakfast was good and was sooo covenient to not have to worry about. My room was very tidy, the location was great, i walked to all of the places i wanted to go, in under 15mins. I am looking forwards to seeing chicago in the summer months and i would stay here again.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago
Beautiful place
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
The location and the cleanliness
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Only spent 6.5 hrs due to a layover, convenient and 24 hr staff were really nice. Our room was on a slant, which apparently is normal.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Great staff, the room was amazing.Great view!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Galewood
O'Hare
Travellers choose O'Hare for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cumberland Station or Remote Parking Station and check out top sights like Fashion Outlets of Chicago.
Logan Square
The breweries and live music are just a few things visitors like about Logan Square. Concord Music Hall and Milwaukee Avenue are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Logan Square Station or California Station (Blue Line) to get around the larger area.
Wicker Park
Spend some time visiting places like Milwaukee Avenue while getting to know Wicker Park, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Damen Station or Division Station to see more of the area.
West Town
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Milwaukee Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city.
Lakeview
Known for its lively bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. Top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Near West Side
Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by United Center or Credit Union 1 Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town.
