Far North Side Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Far North Side

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Lincoln Square

When in Lincoln Square and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Swedish American Museum Center or Riviera Theatre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Western Station (Brown Line) or Rockwell Station.

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Norwood Park

Even though there aren't top sights in Norwood Park, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Milwaukee Avenue. Jump on the metro at Harlem-O'Hare Station to see more of the city.

Norwood Park
Chicago city urban skyscraper with John Hancock Center at night at downtown lakefront illuminated with Lake Michigan viewed from North Avenue Beach

Ravenswood

Appreciated for its restaurants and art galleries, you might consider exploring Ravenswood. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Neo-Futurists, and jump on the metro at Damen Station (Brown Line) or Western Station (Brown Line) to get around the city.

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West Ridge

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit West Ridge. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit North Shore Beach Park and Emil Bach House, a few notable attractions nearby.

West Ridge
Andersonville Chicago neighborhood Icon flag water tower was replaced with a replica when the original was damaged by a harsh winter. The area was once populated by Swedish farmers.

Andersonville

If you're spending some time in Andersonville, Swedish American Museum Center and Andersonville Galleria are top sights worth seeing.

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Albany Park

While you're strolling through Albany Park, you may want to check out the restaurants and riverfront. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Kimball Station or Kedzie Station (Brown Line).

Albany Park
Marriott Chicago O'Hare

Marriott Chicago O'Hare

3.5 out of 5
8535 West Higgins Road Chicago IL
The price is AU$249 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$249
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,237 reviews)
It was all good!

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Marriott Chicago O'Hare
Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL
The price is AU$194 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$194
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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! (10,012 reviews)
I wish there was more coffee filters. The vibe was out of The Wild Sheep Chase.

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Congress Plaza Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago

4 out of 5
150 East Ontario Street Chicago IL
The price is AU$261 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$261
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Michigan Avenue and Chicago Riverwalk ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,625 reviews)
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Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Great Location-Beautiful Friendly Andersonville Neighborhood

Great Location-Beautiful Friendly Andersonville Neighborhood

Chicago IL
Stay at this apartment in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Wrigley Field and Riviera Theatre are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (199 reviews)
Beautiful and calm neighborhood withing great walking distance of any desirable location. The location itself is a well preserved slice of Chicago history.

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Great Location-Beautiful Friendly Andersonville Neighborhood
Sentral Michigan Avenue

Sentral Michigan Avenue

4 out of 5
808 SOUTH MICHIGAN AVENUE Chicago IL
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,114 reviews)
The unit we received needs some taking care of- the walls had finger prints on them, bathroom walls looked even worse, bedroom carpet had some red stains on it, couch cover had a lot of dog fur on it which made sitting on it quite uncomfortable. Shower gel dispenser did not work.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Sentral Michigan Avenue
Level Chicago – Old Town

Level Chicago – Old Town

4 out of 5
1140 North Wells Street Chicago IL
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (451 reviews)
Staff was really nice

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Level Chicago – Old Town
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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