Title: Austin Travel Guide: Best of Austin, Chicago Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Austin](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin-Chicago-Hotels.0-n6132238-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Chicago.d178248.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Chicago.d178248.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Austin Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Austin.d6132238.Car-Hire-Guide)[Austin Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Austin.d6132238.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Austin Travel Guide ## Chicago ## Visit Austin Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Chicago travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago.dx178248) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Wrigley Field featuring a city, a sporting event and city views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034754/d10ea4fa-9a61-425f-b749-3325e9303223.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wrigley Field 4.5/5(40 reviews) Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wrigley-Field-Lakeview.d6034754.Attraction) ![Scene of Chicago street bridge with traffic among modern buildings of Downtown Chicago at Michigan avenue in Chicago, Illinois, United States, Business and Modern Transportation concept](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156167/9a44be22-322b-4187-8844-e2aa99b46184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Michigan Avenue 4.5/5(14 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Michigan-Avenue-Downtown-Chicago.d6156167.Attraction) ![McCormick Place showing a high rise building and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069191/6dd1da52-961b-4d36-a030-f105009f678b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### McCormick Place 4.5/5(36 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/McCormick-Place-Near-South-Side.d6069191.Attraction) ![Navy Pier featuring a sunset and rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069215/a6173fc5-04f4-4a58-b70a-61c78e1b648e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Navy Pier 4/5(125 reviews) A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Navy-Pier-Downtown-Chicago.d6069215.Attraction) ![Soldier Field which includes a high-rise building, a city and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058043/a6d7265e-c5df-4d76-82e8-7937dba83c13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Soldier Field 4/5(44 reviews) Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Soldier-Field-Near-South-Side.d6058043.Attraction) ![Millennium Park which includes autumn colours, modern architecture and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069201/87d76a1e-e63f-48a2-8892-fb54ee86f8e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Millennium Park 4.5/5(147 reviews) A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Millennium-Park-Downtown-Chicago.d6069201.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Regular & Express Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4851853/9464687e-f5ac-4a15-9285-f6e26537484c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket £18 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chicago-navy-pier-centennial-wheel-ticket.a4851853.activity-details) ![Flyover in Chicago](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50023979/095bdacd-a8be-4515-aac0-469239aa8c0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flyover in Chicago £28 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/flyover-in-chicago.a50023979.activity-details) ![Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/766175/932beb0e-70fe-42a4-baff-df68960da73f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour £30 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wendellas-90-min-chicago-river-architecture-tour.a766175.activity-details) ![Chicago C3® : Save on admission to your choice of 3 top attractactions](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46362450/da44d619-18fc-4969-97e2-f7b8d0da99b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chicago C3® by CityPASS® £79 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chicago-c3-by-citypass.a46362450.activity-details) ![Color Factory Chicago Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49191714/feac7bb1-c7ea-4b19-8342-818eafa34e83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Color Factory Chicago Ticket £25 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/color-factory-chicago-ticket.a49191714.activity-details) ![Chicago: City Minibus Tour with Optional Architecture Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4556313/67d8adf7-64e5-458d-bd4c-e2cc830c3f09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chicago: City Minibus Tour with Optional Architecture Cruise £36 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chicago-city-minibus-tour-with-optional-architecture-cruise.a4556313.activity-details) [See all activities in Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Chicago.d178248.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Austin ![Congress Plaza Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6500/6452/a9ee91b7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Congress Plaza Hotel 520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL £77 8 Feb - 9 Feb 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! (9,848 reviews) Wonderful hotel Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132238) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21200/21152/757dbd3e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Magnificent Mile 300 E Ohio St Chicago IL £80 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,281 reviews) Cleanliness, service Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=21152&PinnedHotelID=21152&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132238) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11600/11580/w3840h2859x0y0-5fc518eb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North 600 N State St Chicago IL £89 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (5,634 reviews) Great Staff Clean Hotel! The heated pool was NOT heated but overall my stay was GREAT Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=11580&PinnedHotelID=11580&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132238) ![Hilton Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12600/12570/274f52b9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Chicago 720 S Michigan Ave Chicago IL £141 7 Mar - 8 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,604 reviews) Great location and great hotel! Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F03%2F2026&endDate=08%2F03%2F2026&selected=12570&PinnedHotelID=12570&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132238) ![Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102630000/102622800/102622712/3e21593f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago 150 East Ontario Street Chicago IL £116 10 Feb - 11 Feb 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 ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,281 reviews) Nice Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=102622712&PinnedHotelID=102622712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132238) ![Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18600/18514/f21f6764_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites 198 E Delaware Pl Chicago IL £85 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a fitness centre, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (3,782 reviews) Such great service, room was clean, and hotel staff were amazing! 10/10 recommend and will be staying here again when we come back! Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=18514&PinnedHotelID=18514&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6132238) [See all 5,205 properties in Austin](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=07%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6132238) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Lawndale.dx553248635976384042) ![Wicker Park Historic District, a residential neighbourhood, Chicago, Illinois, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6227639/a89281f3-851c-4c74-8025-215bb2cb4b7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Wicker-Park.dx6227639) ![Chicago Skyline from the west side with the train](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6132439/f88c6ed3-b251-4bec-bb60-b3e94382f91f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Town 4.5/5(3 area reviews) Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in West Town. Top attractions like The Salt Shed and Milwaukee Avenue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Division Station or Damen Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-West-Town.dx6132439) ![A view of the Chicago skyline from the rooftop of the Ace Hotel in the West Loop.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/829/1a47d60f-edf5-4e44-b25c-6a3708851864.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Near West Side 4.5/5(14 area reviews) Live music, theatres and shopping highlight some notable features of Near West Side. Make a stop by Credit Union 1 Arena or United Center while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Polk Station (Pink Line) or Racine Station to get around town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Near-West-Side.dx6132434) ![Blue Hour evening cityscape in West Loop neighborhood. Long exposure, nightscape architecture. Main street in Chicago, streets in Illinois.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634029130868/e4d15962-627f-4352-9768-bd3b891abed4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-West-Loop.dx553248634029130868) ![Chicago featuring a city and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6059328/2fb61786-4c0f-40e8-ae4e-a0fad3f9539a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lincoln Park 5/5(5 area reviews) 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. 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