Park West 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.
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
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Medieval Torture Museum Ticket with Audio Guide and Ghost Hunting
Top hotels in Park West
Congress Plaza Hotel
Really interesting place, great price for the location too. Staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
The staff were great! The room was pretty clean. The breakfast was amazing and, the kids loved to pool. The only issue we had was the elevator wait times. As that they were busy it made for long elevator wait times.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hilton Chicago
Did not have breakfast
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Amazing place, breakfast is great , location is great - honestly great hotel!
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile
The room was great the staff was very nice the area was great.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Pendry Chicago
N/A
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Park West
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.
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.
Old Town Chicago
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Chicago. Top attractions like Second City and Armitage Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sedgwick Station or Clark-Division Station to see more of the city.
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.
Gold Coast
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Gold Coast. A stop by Michigan Avenue or Lake Michigan might round out your trip.
Near North Side
Known for its fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Near North Side. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.
