Half Day 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 Half Day
Staybridge Suites, Lincolnshire by IHG
Everything was wonderful! Thanks again!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Location is absolutely perfect. Tunnel connects you easily from the baggage claim area! However, our room was very cold and the temperature was hard to adjust. Granted, it was also January and it was probably 5° outside, but still, it was a little hard to sleep. The hotel is quiet despite being situated ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
Great Hospitality!!!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr by IHG
Room we well kept, staff was mildly unresponsive. Food is waaaay overpriced, but the free shuttle to the airport is clutch
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Marriott Chicago O'Hare
Clean room. The pool was amazing for our kids. The woman at the bar was super sweet and made a delicious latte
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Comfort Suites Chicago O'Hare Airport
Good room and great staff.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Half Day
O'Hare
Travellers choose O'Hare for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cumberland Station or Remote Parking Station and check out top sights like Fashion Outlets of Chicago.
Wrigleyville
You might enjoy the bars while in Wrigleyville. Wrigley Field is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Sheridan Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
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.
Wicker Park
Spend some time visiting places like Milwaukee Avenue while getting to know Wicker Park, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Damen Station or Division Station to see more of the area.
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.
West Town
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Milwaukee Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city.
