Parkside 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
Volo Auto Museum: Admission Ticket
Medieval Torture Museum Ticket with Audio Guide and Ghost Hunting
Top hotels in Parkside
Chicago Club Inn & Suites
The room was very clean. We stay there often and never had a problem. Checkin was fast
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
The Champagne Lodge & Luxury Suites
The room was clean, plenty of amenities. It was a peaceful atmosphere, the staff was friendly. When i went it showed however the did a fast upkeep. I will be visiting this place again.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Chicago - Willowbrook
Everything was in order. Thank you
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Bridgeview, IL
Clean room
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Alsip
The room was very nice comfortable clean and stocked. Staff was very nice only inconvenience was the mini fridge did not work
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn
Loved the rooms! Hotel was very clean! Staff was nice
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parkside
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).
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.
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.
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.
West Loop
Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue 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.
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).
