River West Travel Guide

Chicago

Chicago cityscape at twilight, showing urban development, streets, and buildings. Evening traffic flows through the city. River West, Chicago, Illinois, United States

Popular places to visit

Wrigley Field

Wrigley Field

Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.

Wrigley Field
Chicago Skyline, Chicago, Illinois shows amazing architecture in panoramic format

Naval Base Great Lakes

After visiting Naval Base Great Lakes, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in North Chicago. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

Naval Base Great Lakes
Navy Pier

Navy Pier

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.

Navy Pier
Millennium Park

Millennium Park

A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.

Millennium Park
Grant Park

Grant Park

Chicago’s front yard is a pretty landscaped park, which is home to public art displays, museums, themed gardens and international music festivals.

Grant Park
Scene of Chicago street bridge with traffic among modern buildings of Downtown Chicago at Michigan avenue in Chicago, Illinois, United States, Business and Modern Transportation concept

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.

Michigan Avenue

Things to do

360 CHICAGO Observation Deck

360 CHICAGO Observation Deck

฿874
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

฿4,715
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®

฿3,569
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Chicago C3® by CityPASS®
Art Institute of Chicago

Art Institute of Chicago

฿1,295
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Art Institute of Chicago
cruise ship sailing past navy pier in chicago

City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise

฿5,683
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
Flyover in Chicago

Flyover in Chicago

฿905
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Flyover in Chicago
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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 ฿4,466 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿4,466
฿5,310 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (10,233 reviews)
"The rooms were spacious and clean. Our room was not difficult to find. The building is old but historic. The place was well maintained and the staff were very helpful. Housekeeping only comes every other day unless requested. It worked for us. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026

Congress Plaza Hotel
The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile

4 out of 5
166 E Superior Street Chicago IL
The price is ฿5,244 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿5,244
฿6,235 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,550 reviews)
"The hotel was amazing, the room was clean and big, the only bad thing was the check in… your employees are rude and disgusting… The girl from the breakfast and the guy from the rooftop were nice and respectful, we really like them"

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026

The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago

Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago

4 out of 5
9300 Bryn Mawr Ave Rosemont IL
The price is ฿5,235 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
฿5,235
฿5,967 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,640 reviews)
"Hotel was clean, very friendly staff and conveniently located from the airport"

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026

Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport

Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport

4 out of 5
O'Hare International Airport Chicago IL
The price is ฿8,363 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
฿8,363
฿9,817 total
3 Jul - 4 Jul
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,333 reviews)
"Food was top notch"

Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
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 ฿5,146 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿5,146
฿6,118 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,578 reviews)
"Valet was a mess"

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026

The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
Freehand Chicago

Freehand Chicago

4 out of 5
19 East Ohio Street Chicago IL
The price is ฿4,247 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿4,247
฿5,637 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,089 reviews)
"Clean room, convenient location."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026

Freehand Chicago
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