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 acclaimed theatre scene 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.
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 fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
St Adalbert Church
St Adalbert Church is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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 acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
American Police Center & Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in American Police Center & Museum during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Activities
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Lower West Side Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
Staff is very polite and friendly! Grant gardens and bus stops are very convenient. Beautiful views. Historical building and safe feeling.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
I have stayed at RIU in Guadalajara and I loved it which is why I booked RIU in Chicago. However, upon arrival, the staff member that greeted us seemed to be very annoyed and had an attitude that we were checking in at 6am, although I had previously notified them the time of our arrival. So he proceeded ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Parking was very expensive. Fitness areas were good. Room was ok.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Nice clean room. Staff was great! Breakfast and happy hour were very good!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
Great location, kind staff, clean room. Shower head was a little odd but they have a hand held mode as well which worked better. Would visit again!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hilton Chicago
Amazing place to stay!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 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 Old St Patrick’s Church 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.
