North Evanston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Grosse Point Lighthouse
Take a tour of Evanston’s 19th-century lighthouse, which was once used to guide ships into Chicago Harbor and today stands as an eye-catching lakeside landmark.
Clark Street Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Clark Street Beach during your trip to Evanston? Experience the area's entertainment choices and theatre scene.
Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art
Embrace the academic, artistic culture of Evanston in a university museum that hosts exhibitions, film screenings and events in a stylish modern space.
Ryan Field
Catch an event at Ryan Field during your trip to Evanston. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Welsh-Ryan Arena
Catch an event at Welsh-Ryan Arena during your trip to Evanston. Experience the area's entertainment choices and theatre scene.
Mitchell Museum of the American Indian
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Mitchell Museum of the American Indian during your trip to Evanston. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its entertainment choices.
Activities
Rosemont: Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Glow Workshop Neon Art Experience at Studio WIP
Secrets of Lincoln Square: Self-Guided Puzzle Quest in Chicago
Vito's Vault Chicago Speakeasy Dinner Theatre
Our pick of the best North Evanston Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
"First, this is a historic hotel, and visitors should be aware that the rooms reflect the historic vibe. If you want modern, you need to stay down the street at the Hilton. The rooms were very cute and clean, and the tiling in the bathroom was beautiful. The hotel has a prime location with easy walking ..."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
"Enjoyed our stay"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
"The door to the restroom kept getting jammed and wouldn’t close properly. Our room also had no WiFi… the staff couldn’t figure out why it wasn’t working."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
"Food was top notch"
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
"The restaurant was not open other than mediocre breakfast buffet. They only clean the rooms every 3rd day. The lobby bar was slow to open in the afternoon."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Freehand Chicago
"Me and my friends stayed here for three days. The front counter girl was so incredibly nice The location and the room was delightful."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in North Evanston
Downtown Chicago
Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
Magnificent Mile
Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.
The Loop
Michigan Avenue and Art Institute of Chicago 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.
River North
Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown 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.
