West Town Travel Guide
Chicago
Popular places to visit
Milwaukee Avenue
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Milwaukee Avenue during your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Humboldt Park
Humboldt Park is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
The Salt Shed
You can get tickets for a performance at The Salt Shed on your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Presence Saint Mary Of Nazareth Hospital Center
If Presence Saint Mary Of Nazareth Hospital Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Chicago.
St. John Cantius Church
After visiting St. John Cantius Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Humboldt Park Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Humboldt Park Beach during your trip to Chicago? Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Chicago CityPASS®: Experience 5 must-see attractions
City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in West Town
Congress Plaza Hotel
wifi wouldn’t connect, when we called the front desk to ask (I had work I needed to do, and specifically checked before booking that the room included wifi) was met with attitude to “just connect” even though the wifi network wasn’t visible or available. also, you have no control over the temperature ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
River Hotel
Wonderful and helpful sstaff. Excellent location
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
The staff were extremely impressed and helpful. Help me with restaurant choices, where to go for tours. Only thing I regretted was not packing the proper clothes for the chance of weather. It was my personal birthday present to me and I did enjoyed myself.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
good
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago
AC was broken, phone was broken, room was run down
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Great breakfast and fresh Central location
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Town
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 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.
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.
Old Town Chicago
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Chicago. Top attractions like Second City and Armitage Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sedgwick Station or Clark-Division Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
