Lincoln Square Travel Guide
Chicago
Visit Lincoln Square
Popular places to visit
Wrigley Field
Tour the iconic grounds and catch a game March through September at Chicago’s beloved baseball stadium.
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 ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront entertainment district.
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.
Soldier Field
Events center, NFL stadium and historic landmark all in one, this waterfront field is one of Chicago’s most popular destinations.
Millennium Park
A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.
Things to do
Chicago: Navy Pier Centennial Wheel Ticket
Wendella's 90-min Chicago River Architecture Tour
City Cruises Chicago: Lake Michigan Premier Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in Lincoln Square
Congress Plaza Hotel
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Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hotel Riu Plaza Chicago
This was a great stay! Really enjoyed the breakfast! Only down side was the shower. Water did not get hot and water pressure was horrible. Otherwise would have been 5 stars!
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago
Bathrooms and furniture was not clean at all. Splatter of dark brown-red substance on lampshade. Bathroom shower grout had similar brown-red stains and hair stuck in tub. Otherwise good. Room was spacious.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
The staff were friendly, the room was clean, and this hotel is in a great location. We were able to walk to a lot of attractions. My main issue with this hotel is that it was too popular! It was really crowded when we were there and even with 4 elevators sometimes there was a wait. Still, I would ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
We always enjoy staying here whenever we plan a trip where we fly out of O’Hare early. It is so convenient being connected directly to the Terminal.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
I had a fantastic stay at the Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites! The customer service was phenomenal, a huge thank you to Tia and the manager for being extremely accommodating and quickly resolving any issues. I also received great service from Christian, the maintenance and housekeeping teams, ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lincoln Square
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.
Lakeview
Known for its lively bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lakeview. Top attractions like Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Southport Station or Addison Station (Red Line) to see more of the city.
Logan Square
The breweries and live music are just a few things visitors like about Logan Square. Concord Music Hall and Milwaukee Avenue are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Logan Square Station or California Station (Blue Line) to get around the larger area.
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.
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.
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.
