Southwest Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Side
Where to stay in Southwest Side
Back of the Yards
While there might not be top attractions in Back of the Yards, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bridgeport Art Center and Zhou B Art Center.
Clearing
Visitors to Clearing appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Wintrust Sports Complex and SeatGeek Stadium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
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.
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.
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.
Brighton Park
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Brighton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit United Center and Bridgeport Art Center, a few notable attractions nearby.
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
Rooms were infrequently cleaned and we had to request soap and new towels (no we didn’t have our (no housekeeping) sign up). Other than that it was a nice stay.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
River Hotel
Beautiful, clean room with an incredible downtown Chicago view. Totally worth it
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago
Great check in and check out experience
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Sentral Michigan Avenue
The accommodation was very good. Most staff were friendly, just the check in process was annoying because they charge a lot of money if you are there early (and more to have a late check out). So be aware and plan ahead. Also the person at check in told us we had to use the computer on the other ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
the room was exactly as shown in the picture. nice and smooth check in. perfect location.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Level Chicago – Old Town
Nice and easy process
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Wrigley Field
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.
Naval Base Great Lakes
After visiting Naval Base Great Lakes, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in North Chicago. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.
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.
Millennium Park
A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Things to do
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
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