Lower West Side Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Chicago Arts District
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Chicago Arts District during your travels in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Canalport Riverwalk Park
After visiting Canalport Riverwalk Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the area's art scene and festivals.
National Museum of Mexican Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Mexican Art during your travels in Chicago. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum during your travels in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
St Pius Church
After visiting St Pius Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Cooper Dual Language Academy
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cooper Dual Language Academy during your travels in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its entertainment choices.
Things to do
Chicago CityPASS®: Experience 5 must-see attractions
Big Bus Chicago Hop-On Hop-Off Big Bus Tour
City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in Lower West Side
Congress Plaza Hotel
Not much staff was apparent on the main floor throughout my stay. My initial encounter at check-in was with an unhelpful person but most of the staff was excellent. Instructions for the in-room coffee machine were not provided and I wasted the only coffee trying to work it. Walls were thin and adjacent ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
We had booked the lake view king suite room which the view was not great. When we got into the room it was very hot and we tried to turn the ac on but the air blowing out was still hot. Definitely would not book there again
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
The air conditioning did not work in my room. They have windows that are unlocked with no screen. It’s not kid friendly hotel, security, harassed kids, even though it was spring break the swimming pool is not as large as the picture make it look for such a large hotel to accommodate so many guests ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Clean room, gray lobby and nice bar with excellent bartender, breakfast was very good !
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Everything was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Wade
Clean room
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lower West Side
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.
South Loop
Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in South Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Roosevelt Station or Cermak-McCormick Place Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
West Loop
Consider a visit to Old St Patrick’s Church 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 South Side
Travellers choose Near South Side for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cermak-McCormick Place Station or Roosevelt Station and check out top sights like Soldier Field.
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.
