Southwest Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Side
Where to stay in Southwest Side
Back of the Yards
While there might not be top attractions in Back of the Yards, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bridgeport Art Center and Zhou B Art Center.
Garfield Ridge
Be sure to check out the restaurants and churches while you're strolling through Garfield Ridge, and hop on the metro at Midway Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Englewood
While you're strolling through Englewood, you may want to check out the beaches and restaurants. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Halsted Station or 63rd Station.
Clearing
Visitors to Clearing appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Wintrust Sports Complex and SeatGeek Stadium might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
McKinley Park
Be sure to check out the monuments and shopping while you're strolling through McKinley Park, and hop on the metro at 35th-Archer Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Brighton Park
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Brighton Park. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit United Center and Bridgeport Art Center, a few notable attractions nearby.
Congress Plaza Hotel
Nice rooms. Everything is close by. Friendly and helpful staff
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hilton Chicago
Yes great Hotel everything was perfect
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
Yes
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Sentral Michigan Avenue
Al most all is ok ... But he dont no how to clean the bathroom people. Woring there i ask help me how to geat a studio becouae he tell me they have a monthly studio very cheap is $1500. But so expaisave. You help me how geat a studio room monly paymen
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Level Chicago – Old Town
My stay was great. The room was nice and the staff was very courteous throughout my stay. I will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Kasa Magnificent Mile Chicago
The front desk was helpful and the location was great. Unfortunately, there was a certain shabbiness about the place--scuffs, broken slats on the blinds--and the appliances were not all in working order, including the coffee maker and the ice maker. It took days to have any problems address and ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
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.
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.
Navy Pier
A waterfront entertainment strip with fun diversions for both young and old, with shops, restaurants and even a Ferris wheel.
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.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Activities
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Chicago Crime and Mob Bus Tour
Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission
Chicago: City Minibus Tour with Optional Architecture Cruise
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