O'Hare Travel Guide
Chicago





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.

Chicago Riverwalk
Stroll along the waterfront of the Chicago River to pass some of the city’s most appealing attractions and appreciate how a once grim area has been successfully revamped.
Things to do

Skip the Line: Public Tour-Adult Admission Ticket (50 mins)

Rosemont: Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Frank Lloyd Wright's Home & Studio Tour Ticket

BYOB Spray Paint and Sip at Studio W.I.P.

Chicago Hidden Gem: Mid-Century Cocktail Bars Walking Tour

Vito's Vault Chicago finest dinner theatre speakeasy
Top hotels in O'Hare

Marriott Chicago O'Hare
I enjoyed my stay. All around great experience.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Great location! Nice view, good staff
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown
This hotel was great. In a perfect spot for walking the city and taking in all the sights. We had 3 of us in our group and we got the 1br with 2 queens beds and a pullout couch and it was perfect. The bar was fun and everyone we met in the staff were so friendly and helpful with suggestions on places ...
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago
Clean room, friendly staff, modern finishes in beautifully restored vintage building in great Loop location next to Chicago River
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

Hilton Chicago
Staff very friendly
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around O'Hare

Wrigleyville
You might enjoy the bars while in Wrigleyville. Wrigley Field is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Sheridan Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.

Lakeview
Known for its lively bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. Top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.

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 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.

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.

Lawndale
When in Lawndale and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like United Center or Garfield Park Conservatory and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Central Park Station (Pink Line) or Pulaski Station (Pink Line).
