Title: East Side Travel Guide: Best of East Side, Chicago Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in East Side](https://expedia.co.uk/East-Side-Chicago-Hotels.0-n6129881-0.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)[East Side Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-East-Side.d6129881.Car-Hire-Guide)[East Side Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/East-Side.d6129881.Holidays-City-Breaks) # East Side Travel Guide ## Chicago ## Visit East Side 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) ![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) ![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) ![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® £77 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 East Side ![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 12 Feb - 13 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! (9,876 reviews) Staff was great, room service was quick and affordable. Room was spotless. Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=6452&PinnedHotelID=6452&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6129881) ![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 £122 4 Mar - 5 Mar 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! (3,313 reviews) Love the room! Very ritzy!! Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=102622712&PinnedHotelID=102622712&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6129881) ![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 £88 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! (5,643 reviews) Positives- As my friend said as we went to breakfast “the people here are so nice and look happy to work here!” I agree! Eloisa (I hope that is correct-our bartender ) made happy hour on Friday night even happier! She was friendly and knowledgeable, suggesting drinks we hadn’t had before just by ... Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=11580&PinnedHotelID=11580&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6129881) ![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 Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £140 28 Feb - 1 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! (2,614 reviews) Outdated rooms and our heater stopped working overnight and the temp fell to 60's which felt freezing given it was zero outside with snow flurries But Matt the maintenance guy came quickly at 6 am thankfully and got it back up and running. Other than that, a truly beautiful hotel and the restaurant ... Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026&selected=12570&PinnedHotelID=12570&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6129881) ![Aloft Chicago Mag Mile](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/27000000/26998800/26998765/d755f57e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aloft Chicago Mag Mile 243 E. Ontario Chicago IL £73 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (3,083 reviews) Everything was awesome at this hotel. From the attention and care of the desk staff to the fabulousness of the room and valet. Really great. Happy to stay there again. Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=26998765&PinnedHotelID=26998765&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6129881) ![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 £77 23 Feb - 24 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! (3,792 reviews) The hotel was good but it could’ve been a bit cleaner. I had a bit of a musty smell, the toilet had a permanent stain and it was very dusty. I reached out to the front desk about the smell and they came to freshen up the room. The service and location are a big plus so I would probably stay ... Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=18514&PinnedHotelID=18514&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6129881) [See all 4,304 properties in East Side](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6129881) 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. ## Check East Side hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129881&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129881&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129881&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13)[12 Feb - 13 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129881&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129881&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129881&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129881&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6129881&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around East Side ![Chicago_NearSouthSide_6132399_02](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6132399/bed0102f-0e70-4cb1-8baa-b00fec33aaca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Near South Side Travellers choose Near South Side for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Cermak-McCormick Place Station or Roosevelt Station and check out top sights like Soldier Field. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Near-South-Side.dx6132399) ![South Loop which includes a city and a high-rise building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130108/f1bd0360-1400-4c1c-882e-1779972b657f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Loop 3/5(3 area reviews) Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in South Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Roosevelt Station or Cermak-McCormick Place Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-South-Loop.dx6130108) ![Beautiful fireworks](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/829/1a8abde0-c15d-4b25-9c4c-74d2678f7428.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Theatre District While you're in Theatre District, take in top sights like Michigan Avenue or State Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Washington Station or Monroe Station (Blue Line). [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Theatre-District.dx651190586167894016) ![The Loop - Downtown featuring a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800024/9e323a45-98da-4519-b5ca-71275e70174f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Loop 4.5/5(187 area reviews) Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-The-Loop.dx800024) ![Downtown Chicago featuring a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350699/f8ae2db6-94cc-4898-aa46-e275588c3787.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Downtown-Chicago.dx6350699) ![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) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # East Side Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app