West Town Travel Guide
Chicago
Popular places to visit
Humboldt Park
Humboldt Park is just one of the places to see in Chicago, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Milwaukee Avenue
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Milwaukee Avenue during your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
The Salt Shed
You can get tickets for a performance at The Salt Shed on your trip to Chicago. Experience the live music and theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art in Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Holy Innocents Church
You can find out about the history of Chicago when you stop by Holy Innocents Church. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Chicago Center for the Performing Arts
You can get tickets for a performance at Chicago Center for the Performing Arts during your trip to Chicago. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Chicago: Tapas & Flamenco Dinner in Ukrainian Village
Offbeat Street Art Tour of Chicago: Urban Graffiti, Art, and Murals
Chicago Local Brewery Expedition with Homemade Guacamole
Wicker Park Walking Tour History Trivia and Local Flavors
Historic Homes and Cottages of Wicker Park Walking Tour
Top hotels in West Town
Congress Plaza Hotel
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown River North
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025
The Wade
Hilton Chicago/Magnificent Mile Suites
citizenM Chicago Downtown
Other neighbourhoods around West Town
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.
West Loop
Consider a visit to Milwaukee Avenue and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in West Loop. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Racine Station or Ogilvie Transportation Center.
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.
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.
Near North Side
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.
Near West Side
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 Racine Station or Polk Station (Pink Line) to get around town.