Southwest Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Side
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.
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.
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.
New City
Beaches and mountain views are just a few things travellers like about New City. A stop by Union Stock Yard Gate is also recommended if you've got 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 63rd Station.
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.
Congress Plaza Hotel
Very cool place to stay if you enjoy historic buildings. I would definitely stay here again. Clean room, walking distance to many places.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Great stay! No complaints! Breakfast buffet was a great plus!
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Nice location
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Sentral Michigan Avenue is not your average hotel but more like an apartment stay. Full kitchen, washer/dryer, even a broom & dustpan for spills!! Its a beautiful little place that feels homey. We had a little trouble with our tv remote refusing to work but they had it fixed in no time! I cannot ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Level Chicago – Old Town
Interesting property in that it is a high rise building of furnished suites with certain floors available as a “hotel”. Coffee shop, gym and lounge are all nice as are the suites. Just know this is not a service oriented hotel experience. No doorman, uniformed person at desk, room or maid service ...
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
Very clean!!! Everything you need available in the apartment. Aldi store onsite. We also got the Chicago City Pass and this location was very convenient for all the activities we chose.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
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.
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.
Six Flags Great America
Spend a day at this sprawling theme park to enjoy an array of thrilling roller coaster rides, a water park and entertainment for kids of all ages.
Things to do
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
