Near East Side Travel Guide
Chicago
Visit Near East Side
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.
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.
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
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Top hotels in Near East Side
Swissotel - Chicago
We had a wonderful stay at Swissotel in Chicago. The staf was friendly and the rooms were spotless. Our room had a spectacular view and the location is great. I would stay there again without thinking twice about it.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago
Best hotel in the city
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Spotless room, very nice staff
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
The lobby is a beautiful place to sit at Christmas time
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hilton Chicago
Not only was our room spacious and spotless, but the staff was always courteous and accommodating.Great amenities. Great varied breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago
Room is very nice and the service was excellent.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Near East Side
Streeterville
Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
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.
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.
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).
Magnificent Mile
Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.
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.
