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
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Top hotels in Parkside
Chicago Club Inn & Suites
Great staff and Great service.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
The Champagne Lodge & Luxury Suites
Room was clean and looked amazing. Staff was very friendly and helpful. My wife loved the hot tub
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Chicago - Willowbrook
Good customer service
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Chicago Midway Airport
I stay here often. Rooms are clean, staff is professional and the breakfast is great.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn
Staff was very friendly, the hotel was very clean. We liked that we didn’t have to leave the hotel to get something to eat, the food was delicious and reasonably priced.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Sleep Inn Midway Airport Bedford Park
They had a room available at last minute room was ok clean and straight for the night stay whennmy plane was stuck overnight. Staff was friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Parkside
Hyde Park
Hyde Park is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Michigan and Robie House.
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.
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.
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.
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).
