Title: Old Town Chicago Travel Guide: Best of Old Town Chicago, Chicago Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Old Town Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Town-Chicago-Chicago-Hotels.0-n6351828-0.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)[Old Town Chicago Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Old-Town-Chicago.d6351828.Car-Hire-Guide)[Old Town Chicago Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Town-Chicago.d6351828.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Old Town Chicago Travel Guide ## Chicago ![Old Town Chicago Neighborhood entrance gate and sign](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351828/4c85d549-19ea-45b5-aa00-283c75b184b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Old Town Chicago Neighborhood entrance gate and sign](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351828/4c85d549-19ea-45b5-aa00-283c75b184b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Old Town Chicago 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Old Town Chicago ![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=6351828) ![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! (5,634 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=6351828) ![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 21 Feb - 22 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! (2,604 reviews) Great location and great hotel! Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=12570&PinnedHotelID=12570&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6351828) ![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 £79 16 Feb - 17 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=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=21152&PinnedHotelID=21152&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6351828) ![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=6351828) ![Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8058/ce2102d4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport O'Hare International Airport Chicago IL £170 27 Feb - 28 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (2,198 reviews) Restuarant crews were fantastic; hotel location, unbeatable if overnight and early morning flight from ORd as in airport. Rooms smallish, dated but functional. $25 early check in petty, cheapened experience and bothered me. Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=8058&PinnedHotelID=8058&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6351828) [See all 4,853 properties in Old Town Chicago](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6351828) 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 Old Town Chicago hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6351828&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6351828&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6351828&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6351828&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6351828&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=6351828&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Chicago ![Gold Coast which includes street scenes as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130105/4c5121ee-a8cb-4bab-939d-ed9940fa17fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Gold-Coast.dx6130105) ![Chicago_NearNorthSide_137043_09](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/137043/3a3332a2-a8e2-4aa9-b29a-c079a4b37d1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Near North Side 4.5/5(248 area reviews) Known for its fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Near North Side. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at Clark-Division Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Near-North-Side.dx137043) ![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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Lincoln-Park.dx6059328) ![River North showing railway items, street scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6350695/b009c703-f7ab-4e4c-95a4-4b883071adef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### River North Known for its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in River North. Top attractions like Merchandise Mart and Bally's Casino Chicago are major draws. Catch the metro at Merchandise Mart Station or Chicago Station (Brown Line) to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-River-North.dx6350695) ![Magnificent Mile - River North](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800025/2f4bc1ac-f370-4b72-8a89-0aa7dcb93f0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Magnificent Mile Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chicago-Magnificent-Mile.dx800025) ![Navy Pier which includes wild flowers and general coastal views as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069215/5854ad1a-e5a8-41d6-a235-77f0217d4701.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Streeterville Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Streeterville. Travellers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops. 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