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 ![Photo by Judy Mahoney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/89e8587aedeaa5acd561ed0463d65be9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Judy Mahoney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/89e8587aedeaa5acd561ed0463d65be9.jpg) ![Photo by Judy Mahoney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f887b76151cd03d0d01f99dcd2f4f850.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Judy Mahoney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f887b76151cd03d0d01f99dcd2f4f850.jpg) ## 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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35620-Wrigley-Field.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wrigley Field 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) ![Magnificent Mile - River North which includes street scenes, signage and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/23000/23728-Magnificent-Mile.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Michigan-Avenue-Downtown-Chicago.d6156167.Attraction) ![Navy Pier](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/54000/54738-Navy-Pier-Chicago.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Navy Pier 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](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/248000/248117-Mccormick-Place.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/McCormick-Place-Near-South-Side.d6069191.Attraction) ![Millennium Park which includes autumn colours, modern architecture and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26436-Millennium-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Millennium Park 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) ![Soldier Field which includes a high-rise building, a city and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35616-Soldier-Field.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Soldier Field 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) ### Things to do ![Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1342523/52299998-0f25-4483-b147-6aa89e72ca8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skydeck - Willis Tower Admission £33 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/skydeck-willis-tower-admission.a1342523.activity-details) ![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) ![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 **88%** 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) ![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 **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/flyover-in-chicago.a50023979.activity-details) ![Medieval Torture Museum Ticket with Audio Guide and Ghost Hunting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4973725/0b36f3b1-b375-4fa2-8cfd-1a9815dcdcdc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Medieval Torture Museum Ticket with Audio Guide and Ghost Hunting £27 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/medieval-torture-museum-ticket-with-audio-guide-and-ghost-hunting.a4973725.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 ![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 £136 1 Feb - 2 Feb 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! (2,527 reviews) THe staff was very efficient and professional and the breakfast was great. Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=12570&PinnedHotelID=12570&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 £70 25 Jan - 26 Jan 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! (3,707 reviews) It was a minus 6 outside temperature did not really run the ac Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=18514&PinnedHotelID=18514&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6129881) ![Palmer House a Hilton Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8079/7f542141_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Palmer House a Hilton Hotel 17 E Monroe St Chicago IL £143 22 Jan - 23 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Chicago. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,242 reviews) Clean, attractive classic looking room and bathroom. Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F01%2F2026&endDate=23%2F01%2F2026&selected=8079&PinnedHotelID=8079&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6129881) ![Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889800/889753/f3eb640d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Club Quarters Hotel Wacker at Michigan, Chicago 75 E Wacker Dr Chicago IL £65 30 Jan - 31 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,056 reviews) Super fast and easy check in / out experience, amazing location and very affordable Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=31%2F01%2F2026&selected=889753&PinnedHotelID=889753&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 £82 21 Jan - 22 Jan 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! (5,538 reviews) The room was clean. The staff was friendly. The breakfast was not great, but not bad. Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F01%2F2026&endDate=22%2F01%2F2026&selected=11580&PinnedHotelID=11580&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6129881) ![Hyatt Regency Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5000/4903/w3837h2157x3y3-c3ed4c01_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Regency Chicago 151 East Wacker Dr Chicago IL £156 1 Feb - 2 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,434 reviews) Great location. Hotel was clean and comfortable. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Only problem is that I paid for parking ($92) with my reservation thru Hotels.com and now I see on my credit card that the hotel also charged me for parking. Now I have to fix that problem. Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=4903&PinnedHotelID=4903&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6129881) [See all 4,300 properties in East Side](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=17%2F01%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. 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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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/191000/191949-South-Loop.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) ![Chicago which includes rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/23000/23717-Chicago.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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/192000/192013-The-Loop-Downtown.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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/332000/332072-Downtown-Chicago.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) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/3b07c39038495e1b2f26a6d593c71df1.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 United Center or Credit Union 1 Arena 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