Southwest Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Southwest Side

Back of the Yards
While there might not be top attractions in Back of the Yards, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bridgeport Art Center and Zhou B Art Center.

Garfield Ridge
Be sure to check out the restaurants and churches while you're strolling through Garfield Ridge, and hop on the metro at Midway Station to see more of the surrounding area.

McKinley Park
Be sure to check out the monuments and shopping while you're strolling through McKinley Park, and hop on the metro at 35th-Archer Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Archer Heights
Archer Heights is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Bridgeport Art Center and Rate Field if you have time to explore the area.

Englewood
While you're strolling through Englewood, you may want to check out the beaches and restaurants. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Halsted Station or Garfield Station (Red Line).

Brighton Park
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Brighton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit United Center and Bridgeport Art Center, a few notable attractions nearby.

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Popular places to visit

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

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.

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

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.

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

Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour

Chicago By Night River & Lake Cruise

Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks
