Palisades Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Palisades
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.
Navy Pier
A waterfront entertainment strip with fun diversions for both young and old, with shops, restaurants and even a Ferris wheel.
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.
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.
Millennium Park
One of Chicago’s main focal points, where locals and visitors flock to see the striking art, architecture and landscape on show.
Grant Park
Chicago’s front yard is a pretty landscaped park, which is home to public art displays, museums, themed gardens and international music festivals.
Activities
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago By Night River & Lake Cruise
Chicago: Architecture Boat Tour with Drinks
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Our pick of the best Palisades Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Chicago West Loop by IHG
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
Holiday Inn Chicago Dwtn - The Mart by IHG
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025
Crowne Plaza Chicago Ohare Hotel & Conf Ctr by IHG
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Palisades
Hyde Park
Hyde Park is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lake Michigan and Robie House.
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.
Logan Square
The breweries and live music are just a few things visitors like about Logan Square. Milwaukee Avenue and Logan Square Farmers Market are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Logan Square Station or California Station (Blue Line) to get around the larger area.
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.
West Town
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Milwaukee Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city.
O'Hare
Travellers choose O'Hare for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cumberland Station or Rosemont Station and check out top sights like Rosemont Theatre.