River West Travel Guide

Chicago

A cityscape with a mix of historic and modern buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a skyline with high-rise buildings.

Stay near popular River West attractions

Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art

Enjoy a stop at Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art, an entertaining place to visit in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
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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: Willis Tower Skydeck and The Ledge Ticket

Chicago: Willis Tower Skydeck and The Ledge Ticket

฿1,413
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Chicago: Willis Tower Skydeck and The Ledge Ticket
Art Institute of Chicago

Art Institute of Chicago

฿1,339
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Art Institute of Chicago
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
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
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Top hotels in River West

Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL
The price is ฿3,794 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿3,794
฿4,510 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Congress Plaza Hotel
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast

4 out of 5
1301 N State Pkwy Chicago IL
The price is ฿4,727 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿4,727
฿5,620 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,960 reviews)
"Check-in was very easy and quick. The bathroom needs some TLC but otherwise the room is very comfortable. In the morning hours, the volume of the music in the lobby was very loud to the point where it was difficult to talk comfortably to the front desk. The renovations to this historic hotel were ..."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport

Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport

4 out of 5
O'Hare International Airport Chicago IL
The price is ฿7,076 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿7,076
฿8,307 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop

The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop

4 out of 5
171 W Randolph St Chicago IL
The price is ฿5,918 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿5,918
฿8,094 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,737 reviews)
"We had a very pleasant stay. Staff was very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago

4 out of 5
2233 S Martin Luther King Dr Chicago IL
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,149 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿6,149
฿8,282 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago

Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago

4 out of 5
9300 Bryn Mawr Ave Rosemont IL
The price is ฿5,587 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿5,587
฿6,369 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rosemont. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
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Where to stay in River West

Find the best River West 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 Navy Pier and Lake Michigan are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.

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

The Loop

Lake Michigan and Michigan Avenue 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 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 city street with a train passing overhead, cars, pedestrians, and a red brick building.

River North

Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city.

The Chicago Theatre with illuminated marquee and a wet street reflecting lights.
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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).

River West Travel Guide