Lower West Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lower West Side
Popular places to visit
Chicago Arts District
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Chicago Arts District during your travels in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
National Museum of Mexican Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Museum of Mexican Art during your travels in Chicago. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Canalport Riverwalk Park
After visiting Canalport Riverwalk Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the area's art scene and festivals.
Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum during your travels in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
St Pius Church
After visiting St Pius Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Cooper Dual Language Academy
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cooper Dual Language Academy during your travels in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its entertainment choices.
Activities
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Our pick of the best Lower West Side Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
Great price for the location. Common areas are beautiful. The rooms are ok. One of the staff members was great. She went out of her way to help and offer suggestions. The rest of the staff we encountered were hard to find and not particularly motivated to be helpful. It took 30 minutes to get someone ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
River Hotel
Excellent location, great view on the river. Very comfortable room.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
Great location, staff and value for money
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago
The facility is not kept up well. Sofa has a vinyl covering which was peeling badly and should be thrown out.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
good
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Beautiful hotel. Great location. Staff were super friendly and helpful and the breakfast was AMAZING. Will be our go to Chicago hotel!
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lower West Side
Near West Side
Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by United Center or Credit Union 1 Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town.
South Loop
Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in South Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Roosevelt Station or Cermak-McCormick Place Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
West Loop
Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Loop. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Racine Station or Ogilvie Transportation Center.
Near South Side
Travellers choose Near South Side for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cermak-McCormick Place Station or Roosevelt Station and check out top sights like Soldier Field.
Theatre District
While you're in Theatre District, take in top sights like Michigan Avenue or State Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line).
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.
