Lakeview Travel Guide
Chicago
Popular places to visit
Wrigley Field
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.
Vic Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Vic Theatre during your stay in Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Theater Wit
You can get tickets for a performance at Theater Wit during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Athenaeum Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Athenaeum Theatre during your stay in Chicago. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
If Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Chicago.
Wrigley View Rooftop
Catch an event at Wrigley View Rooftop during your trip to Chicago. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or experience its entertainment choices.
Things to do
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
Chicago: City Minibus Tour with Optional Architecture Cruise
Top hotels in Lakeview
Congress Plaza Hotel
Wonderful hotel
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Easy booking, they let me check in early which I needed it. Friendly staff, nice bed, good shower pressure, clean room. Just need some updating to make it brighter room. Overall satisfied with my stay.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
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
Hilton Chicago
Great location and great hotel!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
Nice
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Aloft Chicago Mag Mile
it was good
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lakeview
Wrigleyville
You might enjoy the bars while in Wrigleyville. Wrigley Field is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Sheridan Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Lincoln Park
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.
Old Town Chicago
Known for its abundant dining options and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Chicago. Top attractions like Second City and Armitage Avenue are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Sedgwick Station or Clark-Division Station to see more of the city.
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.
Gold Coast
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Gold Coast. A stop by Michigan Avenue or Lake Michigan might round out your trip.
West Town
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.
