North Kenwood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit North Kenwood
Popular places to visit
Wrigley Field
Chicago’s world-renowned baseball ground, Wrigley Field is an iconic stadium where you can learn about the all-American sport and even catch a game.
Michigan Avenue
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Michigan Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Navy Pier
A waterfront entertainment strip with fun diversions for both young and old, with shops, restaurants and even a Ferris wheel.
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.
Millennium Park
One of Chicago’s main focal points, where locals and visitors flock to see the striking art, architecture and landscape on show.
Activities
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Our pick of the best North Kenwood Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
The room and hotel is a bit run down as most places over a century old
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Clean room, breakfast room staff friendly and efficient, check in and checkout fast. They accommodated my room location preferences and it was a quiet sleep. I like hard floors instead of carpet but the same vinyl flooring was used throughout which made the whole place feel like a hospital vs nice ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Alma was so courteous and warm! She and the young man who takes care of storing the luggage have Superb customer service. They are the reason I would return to this hotel.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Spacious room. Clean
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Eurostars Magnificent Mile
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Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago
Bathrooms and furniture was not clean at all. Splatter of dark brown-red substance on lampshade. Bathroom shower grout had similar brown-red stains and hair stuck in tub. Otherwise good. Room was spacious.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Kenwood
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.
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 Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.
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.
