South Loop Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

South Loop
South Loop
South Loop
South Loop
South Loop

South Loop is the place to go for jazz and blues, museums and some of the hottest new pubs and restaurants in town.

Just south of The Loop is where you’ll find the aptly-named South Loop. It’s conveniently located, being framed by Lake Michigan, Chinatown, the Chicago River and several top museums. South Loop was once an unsavoury spot, complete with rowdy bars and burlesque theatres, but the area has been transforming, and is now a fun place to visit. South Loop has a more laid-back and gritty flavour, compared to its neighbours. This does not amount to boring, though!


Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best South Loop Hotel Deals

Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL
The price is AU$221 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$221
12 May - 13 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (10,169 reviews)
The room was clean and quiet, the staff was nice, and the location is great! (We used the grant park south garage to park our car.)

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Congress Plaza Hotel
Hilton Chicago

Hilton Chicago

4 out of 5
720 S Michigan Ave Chicago IL
The price is AU$259 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$259
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,764 reviews)
Very expensive breakfast. Small window. We went for new year and gets freezes in the room, heater didn’t warm the room enough.

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Hilton Chicago
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop

3 out of 5
55 E 11th Street Chicago IL
The price is AU$219 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$219
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,967 reviews)
Check in was fast and easy, our room was very clean with amazing views! Easy walk ability to the aquarium and millennium park. We would stay here again.

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown South Loop
Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago

2 out of 5
65 E Harrison St Chicago IL
The price is AU$182 per night from 10 May to 11 May
AU$182
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,567 reviews)
Located close to several restaurants and public transport. Staff was wonderful. But the hotel itself was quite run down and dilapidated. Old carpet, bed was sinking down in the middle, scuffs, dings and scratches on virtually ever surface, poor workmanship everywhere, exposed piping and wiring in ...

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham Downtown Chicago
Best Western Grant Park Hotel

Best Western Grant Park Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1100 S Michigan Ave Chicago IL
The price is AU$215 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$215
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,683 reviews)
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Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Best Western Grant Park Hotel
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop

3 out of 5
59 E. 11th Street Chicago IL
The price is AU$238 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$238
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,306 reviews)
I was given the option to pay extra for a Lakeview for the room, which I did the room. I actually got there was no view of the lake, and when I asked about it, the staff said that they cannot guarantee a lake view room, even though on the app, I clicked unlike your room and had to pay extra for ...

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop
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Other neighbourhoods around South Loop

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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.

Near South Side
Theatre District

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).

Theatre District
The Loop

The Loop

4.5/5(93 area reviews)

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.

The Loop
Downtown Chicago

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.

Downtown Chicago
Blue Hour evening cityscape in West Loop neighborhood. Long exposure, nightscape architecture. Main street in Chicago, streets in Illinois.

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 Loop
Near West Side

Near West Side

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Near West Side


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