West Loop Travel Guide
Chicago
Popular places to visit
Mary Bartelme Park
After visiting Mary Bartelme Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Union Park
After visiting Union Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Old St Patrick’s Church
Learn about the local history of Chicago when you take a trip to Old St Patrick’s Church. Discover the entertainment choices and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
The Old Post Office
You can find out about the history of Chicago with a visit to The Old Post Office. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Pitchfork Music Festival
Pitchfork Music Festival is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Batcolumn
Learn about the local history of Chicago when you take a trip to Batcolumn. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Things to do
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Medieval Torture Museum Ticket with Audio Guide and Ghost Hunting
Top hotels in West Loop
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
Clean room, good price and helpful staff
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago - Downtown by IHG
Very convenient and clean
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn Chicago West Loop Fulton Market Area
exactly what we needed for a night out!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Nobu Hotel Chicago
Staff was wonderful, check-in fast an seamless, room impeccably clean. Brought us champagne for our anniversary ❤️.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Spotless room, very nice staff
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hilton Chicago
Nice hotel, loved all the holiday decor in the lobby and the giant gingerbread Chicago. The historic decor around the hotel is also very interesting. The game area in the lobby was very much appreciated and was a great spot to hang out. The food and drinks at Herb and Kitchen was very overpriced ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Loop
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.
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.
Theatre District
While you're in Theatre District, take in top sights like Michigan Avenue or State Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line).
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.
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.
Near North Side
Known for its fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Near North Side. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
