River North Travel Guide

Chicago

A city street with a train passing overhead, cars, pedestrians, and a red brick building.
A street scene with cyclists, cars, and a historic building with a clock tower.
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings, a river, and a bridge.
A modern building with a large glass entrance and a bronze statue in front.
A busy city intersection with modern buildings, including a distinctive glass structure with a lattice pattern.

Stay near popular River North attractions

A large, historic building with a central tower and multiple windows, located near a body of water.

Merchandise Mart

8.6/10 (419 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Chicago with a trip to Merchandise Mart. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
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Things to do

360 CHICAGO Observation Deck

360 CHICAGO Observation Deck

฿904
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
360 CHICAGO Observation Deck
Chicago CityPASS: Admission to Top 5 Chicago Attractions

Chicago CityPASS®: Experience 5 must-see attractions

฿4,820
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Chicago CityPASS®: Experience 5 must-see attractions
Art Institute of Chicago

Art Institute of Chicago

฿1,339
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago C3® : Save on admission to your choice of 3 top attractactions

Chicago C3® by CityPASS®

฿3,648
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Chicago C3® by CityPASS®
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Regular & Express Ticket

Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket

฿822
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Flyover in Chicago

Flyover in Chicago

฿1,048
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Flyover in Chicago
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Top hotels in River North

Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG

Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG

3 out of 5
350 West Wolf Point Plaza, Building 2 Chicago IL
The price is ฿6,866 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿6,866
฿9,162 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG
Freehand Chicago

Freehand Chicago

4 out of 5
19 East Ohio Street Chicago IL
The price is ฿3,803 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿3,803
฿6,119 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,207 reviews)
"Great bar and restaurant. The rest was bad. Musty rooms with mold. Ac was useless. Showers smelled funny. Stay away unless ur looking for a step above a budget motel with an awesome bar and lobby. Best bar and bartenders in the city IMO"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Freehand Chicago
Eurostars Magnificent Mile

Eurostars Magnificent Mile

4 out of 5
660 North State Street Chicago IL
The price is ฿6,554 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿6,554
฿7,793 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
The Godfrey Hotel Chicago

The Godfrey Hotel Chicago

4.5 out of 5
127 West Huron, at LaSalle Chicago IL
The price is ฿5,594 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿5,594
฿7,406 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Godfrey Hotel Chicago
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile

Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile

4 out of 5
111 W Huron St Chicago IL
The price is ฿5,103 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿5,103
฿7,185 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Chicago. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour health club and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (2,841 reviews)
"decent property - definitely shows better in photos. that was probably my biggest let-down. also, only staying one night, the room cleaner came into our room at 8 am despite check out time not being until noon. my kid was still asleep and I was in the shower. front desk service level definitely elevated ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago

5 out of 5
401 N Wabash Ave Chicago IL
The price is ฿15,746 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿15,746
฿18,720 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,939 reviews)
"Trump is the best in town for families. Staff is awesome and pool is great. Very walkable. We go every summer"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago
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Where to stay in River North

Find the best River North areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A busy city street with tall buildings, a bus, and cars.

Downtown Chicago

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.

A historic castle-like building with intricate stonework and a paved walkway.

Magnificent Mile

Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.

A river with yellow boats, a bridge, and tall buildings.

The Loop

Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

A river with a city skyline in the background, surrounded by green trees and grass.

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.

An aerial view of a baseball stadium surrounded by urban buildings.
Photo by © City of Chicago
Open Photo by © City of Chicago

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.

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