Uptown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Aragon Ballroom
Catch an event at Aragon Ballroom during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Montrose Beach
Soak up the sun with views of Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan at this city beach known for its fun sports and extensive amenities.
Montrose Harbor
With trails, a beach and a bird sanctuary, this spacious city harbor is a good place to sail from and a great place to hang out.
Hutchinson Street Historic District
You can learn about the history of Chicago with a visit to Hutchinson Street Historic District. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Graceland Cemetery
Enjoy a stop at Graceland Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Chicago. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Riviera Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Riviera Theatre during your stay in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Activities
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Our pick of the best Uptown Hotel Deals
Congress Plaza Hotel
The toilet paper felt like newsprint, and the give you 2 (two) bottles of water *per stay*, not per day. Stingy. Front desk staff were less than friendly.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Was a really nice hotel. My only concerns was the phones in the room didn’t work. No way to call front desk, front people weren’t super helpful and there was no microwave. Rooftop bar and room were excellent
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Lovely place with clean room, spacious and close To everything we wanted to do. Loved the view of the lake on higher floors. Pool was cute and perfect for kids, we will be back!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
River Hotel
Bar soap was not very effective. Shower curtain leaked water through whole bathroom.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hotel Felix River North/Magnificent Mile
Small room but perfect for one person. Lovely modern bathroom. Good fitness room. Super friendly and helpful front desk staff
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop, Chicago
Main room and bathroom clean. The staff was really friendly and check goes on quickly and we didn’t have to wait on elevator which was nice. We do wish we have a little refrigerator in the room.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
Wrigleyville
You might enjoy the bars while in Wrigleyville. Wrigley Field is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Sheridan Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Lakeview
Known for its lively bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. Top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red 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.
Old Town Chicago
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Chicago. Top attractions like Second City and Armitage Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sedgwick Station or Clark-Division Station to see more of the city.
Logan Square
The breweries and live music are just a few things visitors like about Logan Square. Concord Music Hall and Milwaukee Avenue 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.
Wicker Park
Spend some time visiting places like Milwaukee Avenue while getting to know Wicker Park, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Damen Station or Division Station to see more of the area.
