Near South Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Near South Side
Popular places to visit
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.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Shedd Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Shedd Aquarium during your visit to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Field Museum of Natural History
A great destination for all the family, home to over 2 million artefacts on archaeology, history and science, from dinosaur bones to Egyptian mummies.
Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum
Opportunities for fun, learning and wonder abound at this historic and state-of-the-art museum on the pretty shore of Lake Michigan.
Northerly Island Natural Area
Bird life, paved paths and a built-in music venue give one of Chicago’s newest green spaces much to offer to nature lovers, exercisers and music fans.
Activities
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Near South Side Hotel Deals
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
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Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Clean and easy check in.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Congress Plaza Hotel
Our room was uncomfortably warm. They explained that the hotel is old and they put either the air conditioner on or the heat on in the hotel and since it was going to be cool the next day they had turned the heat on to begin heating the hotel for the next day. They did give us a fan and opened the ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
I found the price you pay for breakfast inclusion there would be more options then a danish, fruit, yogurt, and a coffee that there is a limitation on how much you get. The room was clean, there was issues with plumbing but they were working on fixing it. On the second floor the walls are thin I ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Hotel is in a perfect spot if you want to be in the middle of everything. Room was nice and clean. Breakfast was fantastic! I didn't expect much but they have gone beyond what some hotels provide. Staff was great from check-in to check-out. I will definitely recommend this hotel to friends and ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
The room was spotless and the concierge service was excellent.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Near South Side
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.
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.
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
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.
Streeterville
Navy Pier and Michigan Avenue are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops.
