Edgewater Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Edgewater
Popular places to visit
Kathy Osterman Beach
Spend a day swimming and paddling on Lake Michigan or soaking up the sun on a peaceful beach located at the northern tip of Lincoln Park.
Swedish American Museum Center
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Swedish American Museum Center during your travels in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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
Chicago’s world-renowned baseball ground, Wrigley Field is an iconic stadium where you can learn about the all-American sport and even catch a game.
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 waterfront entertainment strip with fun diversions for both young and old, with shops, restaurants and even a Ferris wheel.
Activities
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
Our pick of the best Edgewater Hotel Deals
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Heating was perfect. Nice easy check in and out
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Silversmith Hotel Chicago Downtown
Clean room, attentive staff, great lounge!
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago
Very clean and the staff was wonderful!
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Clean room. I didn’t mind the old door knobs I liked it. Smaller room than anticipated but it was nice and clean.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Great place always.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Doors don’t close in the rooms.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Edgewater
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.
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.
Old Town Chicago
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Chicago. Top attractions like Second City and Armitage Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sedgwick Station or Clark-Division Station 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.
Gold Coast
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Gold Coast. A stop by Michigan Avenue or Lake Michigan might round out your trip.
