West Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Town
Popular places to visit
Humboldt Park
Humboldt Park is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Milwaukee Avenue
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Milwaukee Avenue during your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
The Salt Shed
You can get tickets for a performance at The Salt Shed on your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
House Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at House Theatre during your stay in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art
Enjoy a stop at Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art, an entertaining place to visit in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
St. John Cantius Church
After visiting St. John Cantius Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chicago. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Activities
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Our pick of the best West Town Hotel Deals
STAY
"It was amazing ❤️"
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Congress Plaza Hotel
"Great location. Walkable to the museum and aquarium. Stately hotel that is showing its age somewhat gracefully."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection - Magnificent Mile
"They were awesome to clean our room before we checked out . Which we checked out 2 days later"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
The Chicago Hotel Collection Ambassador Gold Coast
"No water sold in the hotel. Instead they tried to upsell me in a package that I didn’t need. Think you need to change that policy. Our entire group of 4 rooms were disappointed."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago
"Really nice hotel. Enjoyed my stay"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Freehand Chicago
"Cool architecture, great location easy to walk everywhere. Room could have been cleaner. Staff could have been friendlier."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in West Town
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.
