Lower West Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lower West Side
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene 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 fascinating museums 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 acclaimed art galleries.
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 fascinating museums.
Activities
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Lower West Side Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
The website for the gazebo restaurant within the hotel said there was an extensive menu. When you get down to the place it’s a small buffett set up which was similar to any other continental breakfast with some cereal, muffins, fruit, some biscuits, bacon and sausage etc. There was also a man at ...
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Every think was wonderful except the heater wasn’t working and the toilet was loose.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Freehand Chicago
Bathroom recently redone and was fabulous, but room was old and tattered. Bed was nice and comfy. Nice crisp sheets.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
citizenM Chicago Downtown
Great spot next to the pendry
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Friendly staff and very accommodating.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop
Great room with unique character and very helpful friendly staff
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
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 Racine Station or Polk Station (Pink Line) 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.
