Wicker Park Travel Guide
Chicago
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Popular places to visit
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.
Wrigley Field
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.
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
City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Top hotels in Wicker Park
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Amendities and location is great, but the facility needs fresh coat of paint
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Clean room and friendly staff. We would definitely visit again.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown
Staff was AMAZING... rooms very clean
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Great room with double bathroom. Executive level with private elevator.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Bed sheet was stained with a little bit of dirt but it was okay. Check in was flawless. Great guy.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago
The room was very small but clean. Bathroom is nice. Elevators are extremely slow! Staff is friendly
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Wicker Park
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.
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.
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.
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.
Wicker Park Travel Guide
- Wrigley Field
- Navy Pier
- Millennium Park
- Chicago Riverwalk
- Lake Michigan
- Grant Park
- Northwestern University
- Willis Tower
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Chicago Theatre
- Allstate Arena
- Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
- Field Museum of Natural History
- Water Tower Place
- University of Illinois Chicago
- 875 North Michigan Avenue
