Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Six Flags Great America
Spend a day at this sprawling theme park to enjoy an array of thrilling roller coaster rides, a water park and entertainment for kids of all ages.
Millennium Park
A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.
Things to do
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago By Night River & Lake Cruise
Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Chicago River: 1.5-Hour Guided Architecture Riverboat Tour
Top hotels in Oakton
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Other neighbourhoods around Oakton
O'Hare
Travellers choose O'Hare for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cumberland Station or Rosemont Station and check out top sights like Rosemont Theatre.
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.
- Wrigley Field
- Navy Pier
- Millennium Park
- Grant Park
- Chicago Riverwalk
- Lake Michigan
- Northwestern University
- Art Institute of Chicago
- Willis Tower
- Woodfield Mall
- Chicago Theatre
- Allstate Arena
- University of Illinois Chicago
- Field Museum of Natural History
- Water Tower Place
- Cloud Gate
- John Hancock Center
- Lincoln Park Zoo